SUPERVISOR OF FACILITIES, REPAIRS AND OPERATIONS
Career Family: SUPERVISOR
Supervisor of Facilities, Repairs and Operations is a competitive state title, the kind you test for: the exam result, not a hiring manager's pick, decides where you land in line.
What it takes is 3 years of relevant experience. Pay on the FY 2027 schedule runs $76,287 to $111,856, and state payroll currently lists 6 people in the title, led by Veterans Affairs.
How to apply
This title is filled by competitive examination.
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Supervisor of Facilities, Repairs and Operations appears on the State payroll at 4 departments, most of them at Veterans Affairs.
State departments
| Employer | Employees |
|---|---|
| Veterans Affairs | 2 |
| Department of Transportation | 2 |
| Department of Treasury | 1 |
| Department of Law & Public Safety | 1 |
State payroll and independent authority payroll are separate systems and are never merged. See data sources.
Who employs this title
State payroll records show 6 people working under this title. The median actual salary is $89,172. The agencies employing the most are:
- Veterans Affairs (2)
- Transportation (2)
- Treasury (1)
- Law and Public Safety (1)
Counts from NJ YourMoney agency payroll. See statewide workforce analytics.
Official job specification
The text below is the official specification published by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission. The plain-language summary and analysis above are derived from it by NJ Civil Service Navigator. Source: the official specification page at NJ CSC.
Definition
Under supervision of the Engineer-in-Charge or other appropriate supervisory official in a large state department, institution, or agency, supervises employees engaged in repair, maintenance, minor construction, adjustment of mechanical installations and equipment, and maintenance of grounds; does related work as required.
Examples of work
Plans work programs and procedures, and develops appropriate schedules and methods. Assists in assigning and instructing employees working in plumbing, steam, refrigeration, electric, water and sewage, carpentry, painting, masonry, plastering, sheet metal, repair work, and other types of maintenance work. Plans and executes effective utilization of available funds, personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies. Periodically inspects varied systems and plants concerned with buildings and structures, notes potential or active dangerous conditions, and determines the nature and extent of needed repairs. Assigns work to all craft-persons and other employees, and sees that work projects are completed in an efficient manner. Schedules and coordinates the flow of materials with the assignments of maintenance personnel so that the order of work and job progress are properly maintained. Supervises employees engaged in simple and/or complex steam, electrical, refrigeration, water and/or sewage, painting, carpentry, masonry, metal, and other work. Supervises the work operations and/or functional programs and has responsibility for employee evaluations and for effectively recommending the hiring, firing, promoting, demoting, and/or disciplining of employees. Obtains, stores, safeguards, records, distributes, and supervises the use of equipment and supplies. Assists in establishing effective preventative maintenance procedures. In the Department of Veterans Affairs: Supervises the implementation of policy, procedures and regulations established by municipal ordinance and/or state or federal laws regarding cemetery operations. Develops, plans, schedules, and supervises the routine maintenance of all properties, including grounds and gravesites. Responsible for public relations relating to operation of cemeteries, including communication with families, funeral directors and other members of the public. Determines location of all gravesites and monument foundations. Participates in the upkeep, security, expansion, and development of cemetery properties. Assists in preparing budget for cemetery operations. Maintains computerized cemetery inventory and burial tracking systems. Supervises subordinate staff responsible for the repair and maintenance of motor vehicles and other gas or diesel fueled maintenance equipment. Supervises subordinate staff performing semi-skilled and/or unskilled tasks related to cemetery maintenance, gravesite maintenance, burial operations, and interments. Prepares work progress and other reports. Will be required to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
Experience
Three (3) years of experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds, which shall have included the preparation of costs estimates.
License
Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
Knowledge, skills and abilities
Knowledge of developing and maintaining work programs for employees performing carpentry, plumbing, steamfitting, refrigeration, painting, electrical, masonry, plastering, grounds work, and other types of building maintenance and repair work. Knowledge of all types of boilers and heating plants. Knowledge of various procedures and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of facilities. Knowledge of the preparation of cost estimates. Ability to interpret blueprints and specifications. Ability to determine the nature of needed repairs, to determine and obtain personnel needed, and to supervise its completion. Ability to prepare and issue shop orders to craft-persons and check the progress and quality of their work. Ability to store, safeguard, record, and distribute equipment and supplies. Ability to keep records of labor and material and assist in the preparation of budget estimates for material. Ability to recognize, locate, and take measures needed to eliminate hazardous, potentially dangerous, and other significant conditions. Ability to supervise the work involved in making laboratory and/or engineering tests of sewage, boiler, water, potable water, electric machinery, and other systems. Ability to formulate needed and adequate operating procedures and develop effective work methods. Ability to prepare reports and maintain files. Ability to develop and maintain an effective and efficient work scheduling system for utilization of staff and equipment. Ability to learn how to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office, or related units. Ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible if they can perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. If the accommodation cannot be made because it would cause the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be eligible.
Note
The definition and examples of work for this title are for illustrative purposes only. A particular position using this title may not perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely, all duties performed on the job may not be listed.