Assistant Supervisor Buildings Maintenance 
City of Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department

Job Description
This supervisory position includes skilled maintenance and construction work; the position is the lead worker and also supervises the work of others in the performance of assigned duties in the area of Buildings & Facilities Maintenance.

Supervision
Received: Buildings & Facilities Supervisor Supervision
Exercised: Coordinates up to 15 full time employees (or full time equivalent/seasonal and part time).

Essential Job Functions
The job functions listed herein are neither exclusive nor exhaustive, but are intended to be illustrative of the types of tasks the employee will most likely be expected to perform on a regular basis. The employee may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the employer and/or the requirements of the position change.

• Plans, assigns and coordinates in planning daily assignments for full time, and part time and seasonal employees. Works with direct supervisor in setting daily and weekly job assignments. 
• Inspects and checks work of crews.
• Monitors the safe use of tools, equipment and other machinery and corrects and/or stops any unsafe practices.
• Prepares and keeps records of work assignments and work performed.
• Reports performance or work-related issues to supervisor as needed; prepares written reports as required.
• Uses hand and power tools as needed; operates power equipment; e.g., mowers, tractors, loaders, trucks, etc.
• Ensures that mechanical repairs and maintenance work is performed as needed on all equipment.
• Makes recommendations on hiring applicants; may serve on interview panel.
• Attends weekly operations meetings.
• Trains full-time, part-time and seasonal staff.
• Set up and take down for Special Events.
• May require evening, weekend and holiday work hours.

Buildings:

• Performs all aspects of buildings and facilities maintenance and repairs including HVAC, plumbing, electrical and maintenance on park buildings, shelters, swimming pools, athletic courts, playground equipment and ice rinks.
• Snow plowing and rubbish collection.
• Works with outside vendors and contractors on planning, bids and site visits.
• Marks underground utilities within parks.

Other Job Functions

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Requirements of Work
Graduation from college or technical/trade school with the equivalent of an Associate’s Degree plus at least 4 years of experience in Buildings & Facilities maintenance operations including at least 1 year of supervisory experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills:

Knowledge of

• Materials, methods, practices, techniques and equipment used in buildings & facilities maintenance.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Applicable rules, regulations, codes, ordinances and safety standards that govern the performance of the duties being performed.
• The use of general office equipment including computers and related software.

• Interpret plans and specifications.
• Understand and carry out instructions.
• Plan, assign and supervise the work of others.
• Keep accurate records.
• Perform light to heavy physical tasks under varying weather conditions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the general public.

• Oral and written communications.
• Leadership and organization.
• The use of power tools, equipment, machinery and vehicles used in the performance of the essential job functions.

• Commercial Driver’s License (Class BCD, A and Endorsement N preferred) within 1 year of hire.
• Certified Pool Operator or Aquatic Facilities Operator (Buildings).
• Confined Space within 1 year of hire* (Buildings).
• Ability to pass pre and post hire drug and alcohol screens and background check.
• First Aid/CPR/AED Certification within 1 year of hire.*
• Forklift Certification within 1 year of hire.*

• Certification, Journeyman or Licensure in one of three specialties: HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical, or ability to procure one. *
• Actual completion is dependent on the timing of the annual group staff training cycles.

Salary/Salary Range
$68,048.86 - $81,736.89

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September 30, 2025