What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance/Operations Supervisor position at US Department of Veterans Affairs?
The position is at the full performance level located at the VA Long Beach facility, in the Engineering department working as the Maintenance Group Foreman. Has full supervisory authority over permanent, contract, and staff assigned to the Maintenance Group. Work is assigned on a long-term, as well as on a day-to-day basis.
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WMC Total Rewards - Power Apps EDUCATION: This job does not have an education qualification requirement. RESPONSIBILITIES:
Duties include but limited to:
Serves as the technical expert within the areas of responsibility, and advises senior management on long term strategic plans, future construction requirements, emergent needs, and other relevant requirements.
Ability to supervise through subordinate supervisors
Works collaboratively with other facility departments to manage the repair, maintenance or replacement of any maintenance system required to support VHALBHS clinical and administrative operations.
Responsible for the establishment and execution of overall maintenance and operational program in accordance to manufacturers' recommendations, facility policies, VA Directives, accreditation requirements, and other applicable regulations.
Develops, maintains and implements an effective preventive maintenance program ensuring that equipment for which incumbent is responsible is maintained properly to minimize downtime.
Leads the establishment and execution of overall maintenance and operational program in accordance with manufacturers' recommendations, LBVAHCS policies, VA Directives, accreditation requirements, and other applicable regulations.
Responsible for all personnel and administrative matters involving the M&O Group, including time and attendance, personnel actions, recruitments, performance evaluations, equipment inventory, and financial management.
Inspects and maintains inspection records to ensure the maximum efficiency is being obtained, VA regulations are being complied with and that the M&O Group meets VA standards and Medical Center established procedures.
Investigates work requests submitted to Engineering Service to determine complexity, time requirements and materials required, determines how work is to be accomplished, and inspects work performed by employees for timeliness, workmanship and completeness.
Determines needs and submits orders for materials, equipment, and tools required.
Interacts fully with higher level management, external stakeholders, and other Services to plan, develop, coordinate and complete maintenance and repair activities, station level projects, and construction project development.
Develops, maintains and implements effective safety programs, establishes maintenance procedures and training programs.
Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Position Description Title/PD#: Maintenance/Operations Supervisor/PD14291O
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized QUALIFICATIONS: To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 06/08/2026.
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 Supervise through Subordinate Supervisors Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc. Lead or Supervise Technical Practices
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.
SALARY: QuantitativeValue EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Other