The University of Texas at San Antonio

 

Job Description

 


Job Title:                      Assistant Superintendent of Construction and Maintenance

Code:                           5013

Salary Grade:               59

FLSA Status:                Exempt

Department/Division:     Facilities Services

Reports To:                  Superintendent of Construction and Maintenance

 


Summary

 

·  Function:   To assist the Superintendent of Construction and Maintenance with a large volume of routine decisions and supervisory duties

 

·  Scope:      Responsible for assisting the work of the Department of Construction and Maintenance of the Physical Plant, and for directing the work of the architectural office providing architectural services on remodeling and repair projects.

 

Duties

 

·  Typical:

1.      Exercises general supervision and direction of all phases of operation and maintenance of the units as directed.

2.      Assists in the supervision and preparation of designs and plans prepared by the staff. Plots survey notes, drafts detailed sketches and complete architectural plans. Writes and checks specifications.

3.      Prepares cost estimates. Advises on probable costs and feasibility of proposed projects.

4.      Inspects structures and makes recommendations for future maintenance and remodeling. Inspects and makes recommendations concerning construction work under contract.

5.      Supervises and coordinates the repair and alteration of existing structures. Prepares maintenance schedules.

6.      Perform other duties as assigned.

 

·  Periodic:

1.      Assists in preparing long range estimates on remodeling and maintenance needs.

2.      Confer with faculty and staff regarding remodeling.

3.      Assists in preparing departmental budget.

4.      Interviews and recommends new employees and authorizes and approves requisitions, payrolls and estimates.

 

Education

 

Required

Preferred

High school graduation or GED.

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or related field.

 

Other Requirements

 

Required

Preferred

Criminal Background Check (CBC)

N/A

 

Experience

 

Required

Preferred

Seven years of experience in the construction, maintenance, repair, alteration, and renovation of buildings, including one year in a supervisory capacity.

Similar experience in an educational setting.

 

Equipment

 

Required

Preferred

Personal computer, drafting and tracing equipment.

N/A

 

Working Conditions

 

Usual

Special

Normal office conditions and construction site conditions.

Occasional exposure to dust, dirt, noise, etc typical of construction and maintenance sites.

 

Supervision

 

Received

Given

General supervision from the head of unit.

Supervision of employees within the unit.

 

Accuracy

 

Accurate in estimating, planning and executing plans for the repair and maintenance of buildings.

 

Internal Control

 

Within the scope of position duties, responsible for seeing that operations are effective and efficient, assets are safeguarded, reliable financial data is maintained, and applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures are complied with.

 

Security Sensitive

 

Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification may render the position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of section 51.215 Texas Education Code.