Job Location : Virginia Beach,VA, USA
The Virginia Beach Convention Center exists to facilitate successful experiences by offering a full range of high-quality services and amenities for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows and community events. The right candidate for this position will be a self-motivated individual who enjoys a challenging work environment and wants to make a difference in our organization. You will be an integral part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service to our clients and you will be a primary resource responsible for leading staff responsible for the repair and upkeep of the facility.
As a Convention Center Operations Supervisor you will:
* Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm however, work schedule will vary based upon event activity and can include nights, weekends, and holidays.
* Responsible for the maintenance, system operation and general condition of a public assembly facility and its equipment.
* Lead, hire, supervise, schedule, train and participate in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance; manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment.
* Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, the physical plant, systems, finishes, fixtures, equipment, and grounds.
* Use a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) to generate and track work orders and maintain records of all maintenance activity.
* Train facility staff in the proper and safe operation of facility systems, equipment and tools; maintain a culture of safety in the workplace.
* Perform regular inspections of facility, equipment and systems.
* Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare technical bid specifications and contracts for contracted services.
* Plan and coordinate facility maintenance schedules with facility use schedules and avoid conflicts between events and maintenance.
* Responsible for facility sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification.
* Coordinate maintenance activity and work cooperatively with Grounds-keeping, Housekeeping and Set-up, Event Services and contractors to ensure facility readiness.
* Develop and maintain budget for utilities, equipment, supplies, contracts and personnel.
* Work a varied schedule based upon event activity including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.