What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Supervisor (Buildings/Facilities) position at City of Cypress?
The City of Cypress is seeking an experienced and highly-motivated Maintenance Supervisor to plan, assign, coordinate and supervise the work of City and contract personnel engaged in facility and building maintenance. The position reports directly to the Maintenance Superintendent. The Maintenance Supervisor classification is exempt and is a member of the Mid-Management group.
The recruitment is open on a continuous basis until filled, with the first review of applications on April 13, 2026.
Duties include, but are not limited to the following:- Plan, organize and review work of assigned maintenance personnel and make recommendations as appropriate.
- Estimate time, materials and labor required for projects.
- Communicate with assigned personnel, contractors and other City departments to coordinate activities or exchange information.
- Investigate citizen complaints/requests and interact with the public to resolve conflicts.
- Inspect work projects while in progress and upon completion.
- Ensure proper maintenance and integrity of the City's HVAC system.
- Instruct assigned personnel in standard measures on the proper and safe use of machinery, equipment, hand tools, personal protective equipment, and the proper handling and storage of hazardous materials to ensure adherence and compliance with safety rules and regulations.
- Provide instruction and/or assistance with work involving more difficult and skilled tasks.
- Prepare budget estimates and monitor budget expenditures.
- Train, counsel and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.
- Provide and monitor lifecycle costs for building facility systems.
- May perform safety sensitive functions which include the driving and operating of commercial motor vehicles and/or street sweeper.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Principles, practices, methods, materials and equipment used in the maintenance and construction of buildings including, carpentry, cement work, painting, plastering. plumbing, key locks, and electrical work.
- Cleaning and maintenance scheduling methods and techniques.
- Athletic field and park facilities maintenance.
- Heating, ventilation, air conditioning and energy conservation.
- Requirements to maintain buildings and assigned facilities in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
- Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
- Recordkeeping techniques.
- Principles and practices of effective supervision.
- Federal, State, and local laws and regulations as they pertain to building issues, including Uniform Building Codes, Health and Safety codes, and Fire, Electrical, Plumbing and Mechanical Codes.
- Contract management.
- Budget preparation and control.
- Plan, organize, schedule, supervise and evaluate the work of maintenance employees and contract workers.
- Calculate basic estimates of materials and labor required for a job/project.
- Maintain accurate records.
- Train and counsel maintenance personnel on safety procedures, rules and regulations.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing, using tact and sound judgment in dealing with employees and the public.
- Establish and maintain effective and cooperative relationships with those encountered in the performance of duties.
- Four years of increasingly responsible experience in municipal public works maintenance, preferably in the area of building and facilities, including two years of lead or supervisory experience; and
- A high school diploma or G.E.D.
- An Associate's degree, contract management experience and training in supervision are highly desirable.
Due to the performance of field duties, an incumbent may be required to drive a City vehicle in the course of business. If so, an incumbent is required to possess, provide, and maintain a valid California commercial driver license (Class A or B) within six (6) months of hire, and must maintain an acceptable driving record during the course of employment. This position may be subject to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) testing policy for alcohol and controlled substances if the incumbent holds a commercial driver license and operates and/or supervises the operation of commercial motor vehicles or street sweeper vehicles in a safety sensitive function.
Salary : $83,472 - $108,528