Salary
$86, $99,128.00 Annually
Location
Royal Oak Department of Public Service
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
Department
Public Service
Opening Date
02/12/2026
Closing Date
2/20/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
* Description
* Benefits
Job Description
The
Superintendent of Facilities
functions as a strategic leader responsible for the organization and oversight of maintenance activities at city-owned facilities – including buildings, grounds, parking lots/decks, and utilities - and actively participates in strategic, capital improvement and sustainability planning. The Superintendent of Facilities provides proactive facilities planning and maintenance recommendations to the Director of Public Services and other city administrators. In addition to organizing maintenance request and workflow processes, this individual plays a lead role in maintenance contract development, oversight, and administration.
Essential Job Functions
The
Superintendent of Facilities
may be called upon to do any or all of the following: (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)
* Supervises and performs all work related to the maintenance of facilities including but not limited to: heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, electrical, elevators, roofing, custodial, security, environmental, safety, and event coordination.
* Reviews costs, progress of work projects, preventative maintenance programs, and budget matters to identify potential problems and determine possible solutions.
* Evaluates and recommends equipment purchases including HVAC systems, environmental controls, and security systems.
* Coordinates with other city departments to facilitate construction, repair, installation, and alteration projects.
* Monitors work order entries for accuracy and completion.
* Determines and initiates corrective measures in emergency maintenance situations.
* Works with the Director of Public Services and city consultants to make recommendations for public improvements, construction, and repair projects.
* Assists with the development of specifications for building and property purchases.
* Inspects major work projects while in progress and when completed to ensure compliance with job specifications and procedures, and within budget.
* Sketches, plans, reviews, and interprets blueprints and manufactures specifications
* Reviews facilities, equipment, and procedures to ensure compliance with federal regulations, city ordinances and policies, and State statutes and environmental regulations to secure the safe and efficient operation of the department.
* Serves as project manager for various facilities' projects, and as the liaison to building occupants to identify and resolve current and potential maintenance problems.
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with employees, professional contacts, elected officials, and the public.
* Oversee selected contract operations and emergency crews out outside of normal business hours. May be required to work a modified schedule to accommodate project schedules and deadlines.
* Oversees city staff's facilities and projects including traffic signals and street lighting.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all duties and responsibilities.
* Other duties as assigned.
KSA
A
Superintendent of Facilities
, upon application, shall have the following experience and training:
Minimum Qualifications
* High school diploma and five (5) years' progressive experience in Building maintenance, operations, and construction or directly related experience.
* Two (2) years' progressive experience in managing construction projects from conception through completion.
* One to two years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
* Have at least five (5) years of full-time work experience in a supervisory and/or administrative capacity in commercial or institutional building maintenance, building construction, facilities planning, capital improvement, or related activities.
* Experience managing multiple facilities, in multiple physical locations.
* Certificated Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certifications and/or training.
Qualifications For Employment
* Ability to compile statistics, decipher pertinent information, and present oral and written financial, operational, and other types of departmental reports to officials and other interested groups or individuals at public meetings.
* Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and leadership techniques.
* Ability to critically assess situations, effectively plan and implement plans, and work effectively under stress with multiple tasks, with deadlines and changes in work priorities.
* Experience of applying principles and procedures of risk assessment and mitigation.
* Ability to lead in a proactive, strategic, and solution-oriented manner.
* Ability to cope with difficult and/or emergency situationsrequiring immediate decisions in accordance with departmental policies and objectives.
* Knowledge of municipal ordinances and codes.
* Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
* Knowledge of water, waste, and energy efficient technologies.
* Working knowledge of building and operation components, including but not limited to: carpentry, electrical, plumbing, pipe fitting, heating/cooling, grounds keeping, roofing, elevator operations, energy conservation.
* Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
* Ability to stay well-informed of new technology and learn it quickly when needed.
* Familiarity with activities of professional and technical associations.
* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with tact, patience, and courtesy.
* Must be a problem solver and consensus builder.
* Valid Michigan Driver License.
The City of Royal Oak provides full-time employees with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, vision, and dental coverage, flexible spending accounts, long and short-term disability, life insurance for employees and dependents, an Employee Assistance Program, access to a health and wellness center, and a robust retirement plan with both employee and employer contributions.
Employer Royal Oak, City of (MI)
Address 203 S Troy St
Royal Oak, Michigan, 48067
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