Position DescriptionThe Tacoma Venues & Events Department (TVE) is seeking to hire a full-time Maintenance Chief to join the Operations Department for the Tacoma Dome and Greater Tacoma Convention Center. At TVE, we believe safety comes first, inclusivity matters, legendary experiences belong to everyone, and an engaged and collaborative crew make possibilities into reality with creativity and innovation every day.
Under direction of the Deputy Director of Operations, this is skilled work, in the performance and supervision of the set-up/tear-down and maintenance functions in the Department of Tacoma Venues & Events. Responsibilities include supervising employees in the operation of specialized equipment, technical systems, and general custodial and maintenance services throughout the department's facilities. This position will also be responsible for managing and monitoring preventative maintenance work, daily work orders, and long-term work orders and projects. Incumbents may be assigned to different sections specializing in either the overall set-up/tear-down or maintenance functions.
The ideal candidate takes pride in providing welcoming spaces for our over 800,000 guests annually. They enjoy attention to detail and deadlines, and collaboration. Excellent organizational skills and personal initiative are required traits for the successful candidate. They value inclusivity, are inspired by the community, enjoy working with a variety of people and viewpoints, and want to enrich lives every day.
This position is responsible for the operation and maintenance of HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing systems in special purpose facilities.
Key Responsibilities
- Recommend and manage projects to assist in energy saving, productivity efficiencies, and long-term maintenance of the facility
- Supervises the operation of specialized maintenance equipment, e.g., piping, sweepers, scrubbers, lawnmowing equipment, HVAC equipment
- Manage and monitor preventative maintenance work, daily work orders, and long-term work orders and projects
- Supervises in work involved in the clean-up and care of a special purpose City facility such as setting up tables, chairs, stages, risers, mowing, fertilizing, watering, sweeping parking lots, or maintaining landscaped areas
- Monitors and supervises adjustments and repairs to equipment associated with the facility
- Maintain a preventative maintenance and work order program consisting of computerized work order and record keeping systems
- Estimate and requisition supplies and materials required for maintenance work
QualificationsGraduation from high school and four years' experience in building and maintenance repair in a multi-purpose facility.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Valid Washington State driver's license with maintenance thereafter.
Valid forklift certification within six (6) months of appointment to classification.
Working Conditions Work is performed in indoor and outdoor environments at multiple sport and entertainment venues and is subject to adverse weather conditions, fumes/chemicals, lifting up to 75 pounds, standing, walking, stooping, crawling, and climbing a variety of equipment.
Work Hours: Non-traditional work hours are required for this position. This position requires the employee to work on a variety of shifts, including day, swing and graveyard. Employees must be available and willing to work on any shift, and on any day of the week (including weekends and holidays).
Knowledge & SkillsSKILLS
- Custodial and maintenance practices, materials and tools used in connection with special purpose facilities; e.g., ball parks, exhibition halls, stadiums and multi-purpose facilities. Sound, lighting and heating/cooling systems.
- Participate in, and supervise personnel engaged in custodial, maintenance and set-up/tear-down operations.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Deal tactfully with the public.
- Inspect buildings and grounds to determine need for major repair work.
- Work a non-standard work day/workweek under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Computer literate.
OPERATIONS/LEADERSHIP
- Assists in coaching employees in proper work procedures and processes.
- Reviews daily team operations and makes recommendations to division heads regarding process and procedures.
- Independent decision-making authority during conversions regarding event setup details and staff work assignments. Position provides feedback to and takes direction from TVE Operations Supervisor & TVE Director of Operations.
Selection Process & Supplemental InformationThis is an internal city-wide recruitment. Current City of Tacoma employees interested in applying sh ould apply online and attach a resume and cover letter describing your responsibilities as it relates to the responsibilities of this position. NOTE : Applications received without attaching a resume and cover letter may not progress in the selection process.
Examination Process: This is a competitive selection process. You will be required to respond to essay questions outlining your knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of this position.
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their responses to the Supplemental Questions reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the Experience and Training Test . These questions will be scored based on the information provided. It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training. Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers, including your roles in the position and key activities. DO NOT respond with see resume in lieu of answering these questions; this will result in a failing score. Providing false information will result in disqualification.
This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Teamsters Local 117. Current, permanent employees must successfully complete a six-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.
Recruitment Communication from the City of Tacoma
We primarily communicate via email during the application process. Emails from cityoftacoma.org and/or governmentjobs.com must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner. As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk email folders.
The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend at least an hour entering information. In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.
For assistance with the NeoGov application process, or questions regarding this job announcement, please contact the Human Resources office at 253-591-5400 by 4:00pm of the closing date of the job announcement. This will allow time to assist you before the job announcement closes. ( For technical difficulties using the NeoGov system , call the applicant support line at 1-855-524-5627 between 6:00am and 5:00pm Pacific Time.)
The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision plans for the whole family; paid holidays and paid leave; participation in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System (alternate plan for Police/Fire); continuing education and advancement opportunities and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities and incentives.
Medical Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Dental Coverage: For eligible employees and their families, including domestic partners and dependent children age26 or younger.
Vision Coverage: For eligible employees and their eligible dependents.
Paid Leave: City employees are entitled to received paid holidays, sick/vacation leave or personal time off (PTO), depending upon union affiliation and appointment type.
Insurance Plans: Employees are covered by a long-term disability plan. Short-term and expanded long-term disability insurance plans are also available to employees. The State Industrial Insurance Act also covers employees.
Deferred Compensation: Income can be set aside on a pretax basis and invested for supplementation of normal retirement income.
Retirement: All employees of the City, except members of the Police and Fire services, Tacoma Rail and certain project employees, are included in the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System. Information on the Tacoma Employees' Retirement System can be found at www.cityoftacoma.org or by calling (253) 502-8200.
Other Employment Information
Direct Deposit: Employees are paid on a bi-weekly schedule by direct deposit.
Salary Increases: Based on satisfactory job performance, the City provides for a regular progression of salary increases for most classifications according to the salary schedule.
Union Affiliation: Many job classifications are covered by union security provisions which require union membership, dues, or payment of equivalent service fees.
Note: The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained herein may be modified and/or revoked without notice.
Closing Date/Time: 10/21/2024 5:00 PM Pacific
