Job Description

Job Description

Looking for a dynamic and exciting career in working for a Municipality while helping maintain City facilities and buildings?  Do you have a passion for motivating and developing staff in building trades? The City of Leawood is seeking a motivated individual with experience in coordinating building maintenance for a variety of commercial buildings as the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Supervisor. The successful individual must be able to develop and motivate their team of employees, possess a team-player attitude, and strive for excellence in their work.

THE CITY OF LEAWOOD, KANSAS is looking for a

  Public Works Facilities Maintenance Supervisor

The City of Leawood is hiring a Facility Supervisor to oversee the daily operations, maintenance, and repair activities of its City-owned facilities. This position will coordinate and manage in-house facility projects from planning through completion, ensuring buildings and grounds are safe, functional, and well-maintained. The Facility Supervisor will serve as the primary contact between staff and vendors on assigned projects, ensuring work is completed efficiently, within budget, and in compliance with City standards and timelines. As the Facility Supervisor, you will split your time between coordinating facility projects and developing a team of skilled Facility Technicians and Specialists. 

Our ideal candidate possesses the following qualities and experience:

• Self-starter mindset, resourceful, innovative, team player attitude, and strive for service excellence.
• Expert organizational skills with clear and compelling oral and written communication. 
• Handle various tasks and shift priorities with professionalism, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, maintenance procedures, and building safety regulations.
• Experience in scheduling preventive maintenance, prioritizing facility repairs, and managing multiple projects efficiently. 
• Eager to develop employees to do better and grow into well-rounded individuals.

Your work responsibilities may include: 

• Oversee the Facility Maintenance division. Responsibilities include overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Facilities team, ensuring routine building and facility inspections are completed, and coordinating the completion of facility-related tickets.   
• Responsible for ensuring all City property and buildings comply with federal and state laws and regulations. 
• Assist with hiring and coordination of service companies that perform janitorial services at City facilities.  
• Coordinate with the Fire Department on annual fire inspections of City buildings and facilities. 
• Responsible for the supervision and development of facilities maintenance personnel. 
• Assist with city-wide facility construction projects. May coordinate contract work with outside agencies. 
• Keeping abreast of changes to state and national building best practices, and OSHA standards through publications, seminars/workshops, conferences, and professional associations.

Minimum Requirements: Have a minimum of eight (8) years of experience in building maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or building mechanical systems, or equivalent experience and education. Education may be substituted for some of the required experience.  Have a minimum of two (2) years of supervisor or lead experience.  Supervisory or lead experience includes completing performance appraisals, directing employee's daily work assignments, or evaluating the crew assignments. 

Preferred Requirements:  Ten (10) years of coordinating building maintenance in a governmental setting. HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical certification. Associate’s degree in electrical, plumbing, HVAC or related field with six (6) years of experience with two (2) years of supervisory or lead experience. International Facility management Association or Certified Facility Manager or be able to obtain within a timeframe designated by the Public Works Director.

Accepting Applications through December 1, 2025

Starting Rate of Pay: $30.44 -$33.49 / hour, DOQ

Additional Information: At the City of Leawood, we understand that a healthy work-life balance is essential for the success and well-being of our employees. That's why we're thrilled to present our latest initiative – the New Hire 40-Hour Vacation Program! This program is designed to allow our newest team members the opportunity to recharge, explore, and connect with their passions outside of work. From day one, enjoy the luxury of 40 hours of fully paid time off.  

The City of Leawood offers career development opportunities that could increase the employee's experience, training, and pay. The position is eligible to receive pay increases every year. Employees also receive a Time-in-Service Bonus equal to 5% of their annual salary every three years of employment on their anniversary date.   

Compensation details: 30.44-33.49 Hourly Wage

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