Bernalillo County is 1,160 square miles and is New Mexico’s most populous county with more than 676,000 residents. Bernalillo County government provides a wide range of public services to residents who live in Albuquerque, Los Ranchos and Tijeras with approximately 106,000 residents living in unincorporated areas of the county. Bernalillo County employs approximately 2,500 people and has an annual operating budget, capital investments and other funds of more than $1 billion. Elected officials include five county commissioners, assessor, clerk, probate judge, sheriff and treasurer.

Bernalillo County

Department of Human Resources

Job Descriptions

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JCM322: Maintenance & Operations Manager

Maintenance & Operations Manager

Job Code
Grade
Bargaining Unit
JCM322
8
None
       
       
Salary
As Hourly
As Annual
69,451.00 - 87,277.00 - 109,720.00 USD Annual
$33.39 - $41.96 - $52.75
$69,451.00 - $87,277.00 - $109,720.00

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance & Operations Manager oversees contract administration, as well as maintenance and custodial employees. This position establishes, schedules, and supervises daily operations and special projects. Responsibilities include managing pest control services and other contracts to support the Operations and Maintenance Division. Employee supervision includes hiring, training oversight, performance evaluation, coaching, disciplinary actions, and terminations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage all aspects of custodial services for the County.
  • Supervise Custodian Supervisors and other assigned personnel. In partnership with Custodian Supervisors, hire, manage, supervise, and discipline custodial staff.
  • Coordinate with Building Maintenance staff and building occupants to address custodial and pest management needs.
  • Manage contracts and contractors to ensure maximum benefit to Bernalillo County.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, recommend disciplinary actions, address employee complaints and grievances, and recommend hiring, terminations, and promotions.
  • Assist in developing the budget; order and purchase materials; monitor expenditures and costs; and prepare monthly reports.
  • Order, track, and control inventory, materials, and supplies.
  • Assist in developing and implementing policies and procedures.
  • Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and promote safety for workers and the general public.
  • Resolve on-site issues and ensure the smooth operation of work activities.
  • Remain on-call on a rotating basis and work non-standard hours (e.g., late morning to evening, Monday through Friday).


*The above information is intended to outline the general nature and scope of the duties required for this position. It is not an exhaustive list and may vary depending on specific job assignments and responsibilities. 


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Management, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Six (6) years of work experience in building maintenance, custodial maintenance.
  • Two (2) years in a supervisory role.

*Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered for the above requirements. 


SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE

  • The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
  • Employee successfully completes the post-offer employment medical examination.
  • This position is safety-sensitive. Employment is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug use.
  • Employee complies with County safety guidelines.
  • Employee completes required FEMA training(s) as assigned to the position.
  • Employee possesses and maintains a valid New Mexico driver’s license while employed in this position.


WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors.
  • Indoor duties take place in a temperature-controlled environment. Outdoor work may expose the employee to natural weather conditions, which may be severe.
  • Employee may be exposed to occasional vibration and noise while performing maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Indoor work is performed on level surfaces such as carpet, tile, or concrete. Surfaces are typically dry. Outdoor work may take place on level or uneven terrain, which may be dry or wet, including concrete, asphalt, natural ground, ice, snow, gravel, or shingled rooftops. Climbing stairs, ladders, and scaffolds is required both indoors and outdoors.
  • Employee may be exposed to fumes or odors from paint, chlorine, dust, and mists during certain tasks.
  • Work hazards include climbing ladders and scaffolds, exposure to severe weather, electrical wiring and currents, heavy lifting, working on rooftops and slick surfaces, and using power tools.



EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS

  • Employee uses computers, general office equipment, and a wide variety of hand and power tools.
  • Equipment includes ladders, scaffolds, tape measures, dollies, hoists, toolboxes, volt/ohm/amp meters, flashlights, keys, soldering torches, hydraulic lifts, winches, shovels, snow removal machines, and painting equipment.
  • Supplies include electrical components, appliance parts, plumbing parts, fasteners, adhesives, paints, solvents, gasoline, oil, and cleaning materials.

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