Building Superintendent

State of careers Rhode Island • Cranston, RI

21h • Onsite

About The Position

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To supervise and be responsible for the work of a staff of employees engaged in performing cleaning, janitorial, custodial and heating services and routine maintenance tasks in a major public office building; and to do related work as required. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior who makes general assignments of duties and responsibilities; work is reviewed for effectiveness. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Makes assignments and supervises the work of subordinates, instructs them in their duties and closely reviews their work for effectiveness. ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED: To assign, lay out, supervise and review the work of a staff of employees engaged in performing cleaning, janitorial, custodial and heating services and routine maintenance tasks in a major public office building, such as the State House or State Office Building, or a major public building such as the Providence County Court House. To make periodic inspections of maintenance carpentry, electrical work, painting, plastering, plumbing and other related building maintenance projects to assure satisfactory performance of work assignments. To supervise and review the work of subordinates engaged in grounds beautification and maintenance, including the removal of snow and rubbish. To supervise and review the work of subordinates engaged in the operation and maintenance of high or low pressure boilers and auxiliary equipment in the building heating plant. To be responsible for the requisitioning, storing, distributing of and accounting for cleaning, janitorial and necessary building and grounds maintenance supplies and equipment. To review and evaluate requests for office and storage space allocations and to make recommendations thereon to a superior. To prepare and submit written reports relating to assigned functions to a superior. To do related work as required.

Requirements

• KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of cleaning methods, cleaning materials and equipment used in public buildings; a working knowledge of the principles and practices of the more common building trades; the ability to inspect a building, its equipment and grounds and to plan maintenance, repair and custodial activities; the ability to plan, lay out, supervise and evaluate the work of others; the ability to estimate building or grounds repair or renovation costs; the ability to meet and deal with tenants tactfully; the ability to prepare and submit written reports; and related capacities and abilities.
• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a senior high school; and Experience: Such as may have been gained through: employment involving supervision over janitorial, maintenance and heating services of a large building used by the public. Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of experience in building maintenance, facility management, or construction. Previous experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is strongly preferred.
• Preferred Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and general carpentry. Familiarity with Joint Commission standards, Life Safety Codes, and healthcare compliance regulations.
• Preferred Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively act as a liaison between contractors and clinical staff. Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Preferred Physical Requirements: Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, climb ladders, lift heavy objects (up to 50 lbs), and work in various environmental conditions (indoor/outdoor).

Responsibilities

• Facility & Grounds Inspections: Perform regular, comprehensive inspections of the hospital building, physical plant, and exterior grounds to proactively identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, or aesthetic issues.
• Contractor & Staff Liaison: Serve as the primary hospital liaison for maintenance staff and external contractors, escort outside agencies, for inspections, reviews, etc. Coordinate their access to hospital areas, ensure they follow infection control protocols, and manage work schedules to minimize disruptions to patient care.
• Safety & Code Compliance: Ensure strict, ongoing compliance with all local, state, and federal building codes, fire safety protocols, and OSHA regulations.
• Joint Commission Readiness: Perform and accurately document monthly equipment and facility inspections as required by Joint Commission standards, maintaining a constant state of survey readiness.
• Daily Staff Support: Assist clinical and administrative staff with small, day-to-day maintenance tasks to improve their workspaces, including hanging shelves, mounting pictures, assembling light furniture, and fixing minor hardware issues.
• Work Order Management: Oversee the facility's preventative maintenance program and manage incoming work orders, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and impact on patient care.
• Emergency Response: Act as a key responder for facility-related emergencies (e.g., plumbing leaks, power issues, HVAC failures), coordinating with appropriate staff to provide rapid repairs to maintain hospital operations.

Benefits

• For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
• Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED