Facilities Superintendent

Facilities Superintendent

The City of Portage is looking for a dedicated professional to join our Department of Public Works! 

What You'll Do:

The selected candidate will manage and maintain the general upkeep and repair of the city's buildings and immediate grounds, including custodial work.  This role monitors and troubleshoots heating and ventilation equipment, and the electrical, mechanical, and structural conditions of all city buildings. This position provides supervision to the Facilities Maintenance Technicians and Facilities Cleaning Specialists. 

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree and State of Michigan residential builders license preferred.
• Three years of prior diagnostic, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance and managerial experience, or other related experience and/or training required; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• HVAC, electrical, and plumbing repair experience preferred.
• A valid State of Michigan Driver’s License is required, with a Class A CDL preferred. 
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or concerns from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.   
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, blueprints, construction drawings, site plans, financial reports, and legal documents, and write professional communications for summary reports and necessary recommendations.
• Ability to communicate professionally to all levels of management, contractors, and the general public, as well as federal, state, and local agencies.
• Proficiency in the use of a PC (MS Office) and other office equipment.

Why Join Us?

• Pay range for the position is $73,100 to $98,900, commensurate with experience.
• Excellent benefits.
• Enjoy a collaborative team atmosphere.
• Serve as a key role in maintaining high-quality upkeep and preservation of city property and ensuring staff safety. 
• Half-day Fridays! Monday – Thursday, 7 AM-4:30 PM, and Friday, 7 AM – 11 AM. Extended or additional hours may be necessary at certain times of the year based on departmental needs, on-call responsibilities, weather, etc. 

 Here is How to Join Us:

• Include a cover letter and resume with your online application, www.portagemi.gov/200/Employment, or in person at Portage City Hall/Human Resources. 7900 S. Westnedge Avenue, Portage, MI 49002.
• Questions? Contact Human Resources at (269)329-4533 or text (269)998-1385.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of the city to afford equal employment opportunity regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, marital status, height, weight, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity; Positive action shall be taken to ensure the fulfillment of this policy.