What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor position at US Department of Veterans Affairs?
The Transportation & Grounds (T&G) Supervisor must stay up to date and knowledgeable of Veteran Administration/Veteran Healthcare Administration, Federal, local and state regulations, The Joint Commission standards, Environmental Protection Agency requirements, Department of Transportation, etc. to ensure compliancy at all times and maintain facility readiness for surveys and inspections. Supervises and oversees all functional operations of the T&G Section, employees ranging from WG-03 to WG-08. EDUCATION: This job does not have an education qualification requirement. RESPONSIBILITIES: Major duties include but are not limited to:
Provides leadership and direction for all Transportation & Grounds Section operations, ensuring alignment with Engineering Service objectives and Medical Center priorities.
Plans, organizes, and schedules daily, weekly, and monthly work assignments; establishes priorities, deadlines, and sequences of operations.
Assigns, directs, and oversees work of approximately 12 employees ranging from WG-03 to WG-08, adjusting staff and resources to meet operational needs.
Ensures compliance with VA/VHA, Joint Commission, OIG, EPA, DOT, and Federal, state, and local regulations governing transportation, grounds, equipment, and safety operations.
Oversees safety compliance and enforces safe working conditions, including conducting and coordinating Safe Driver Training for required personnel.
Assists the Chief of Engineering Service in developing, planning, and allocating the operating budget for the Transportation & Grounds Section.
Manages section-level budget execution, ensuring proper and compliant use of funds in accordance with VA policies and purchasing regulations.
Maintains accountability and security for approximately 106 CMR equipment items valued at $2 million, ensuring accurate inventory, tracking, and control.
Conducts quality reviews and operational assessments to ensure readiness for Joint Commission, VACO, and regulatory inspections and surveys.
Coordinates section activities with other Engineering Service supervisors and Medical Center departments to ensure efficient workflow and shared resource utilization.
Evaluates work quality, monitors costs, identifies trends, and recommends corrective actions to improve efficiency and prevent operational problems.
Investigates employee concerns, resolves workplace issues, and supports positive labor-management relations as a supervisory representative.
Conducts performance evaluations, identifies training needs, provides coaching, and ensures ongoing staff development and competency.
Researches and recommends equipment repairs, replacements, and improvements supporting both short- and long-range operational planning.
Participates in continuous performance improvement initiatives related to transportation services, grounds maintenance, and equipment maintenance operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Work Schedule subject to change based on the needs of the agency.
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance and Operations Supervisor/PD077160
Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not Approved
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/24/2026.
EXPERIENCE: A specific length of training and experience is not required, but you must show evidence of training or experience of sufficient scope and quality of your ability to do the work of this position. Evidence which demonstrates you possess the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the duties of this position must be supported by detailed descriptions of such on your resume. Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Federal Wage System Qualification Standards .
SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT: Your qualifications will first be evaluated against the prescribed screen out element, which usually appears as question 1 in the on-line questionnaire. Those applicants who appear to possess at least the minimal acceptable qualification requirement are considered for further rating; those who do not are rated ineligible and are eliminated. The potential eligibles are then rated against the remainder of the Job Elements:
Ability to Lead or Supervise Ability to Plan and Organize Work Special Aptitude
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Note : A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment.
Physical Requirements/Working Conditions: Work setting involves minimal risks and discomforts but does not require normal safety precautions typical of an office setting. The incumbent may also be exposed to outdoor weather conditions. SALARY: QuantitativeValue EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Other