Fleet and Facilities Supervisor

The Village of Bensenville is seeking a professional, forward thinking, and innovative Fleet and Facilities Supervisor to join our Public Works team.

Working under the guidance of the Director of Public Works, the Supervisor is responsible for providing reliable, safe, environmentally friendly vehicles, equipment, and facilities that meet the Village’s needs in a fiscally responsible way. This position will oversee contractor work and prepare project specifications; manage and oversee the division’s budget, policies, and personnel performance as well as coordinate fleet and facility activities with other internal departments, outside agencies and the public.

Responsibilities of this position include managing & supervising work involved with all fleet and facilities division projects such as capital improvement projects, facility inspections, facility maintenance needs, negotiation, management & implementation of contracts, contractor supervision and coordination; inspection of all contractor projects to ensure project specification are met & work is compliant with state, village and federal standards; maintain & repair Village facilities; manage the purchasing of Village vehicles & equipment; oversee village vehicle and equipment repair including parts and materials; assist with village-wide snow removal operations, etc. Collaborate with other divisions within the Public Works department and other Village departments, external governmental entities, residents, and businesses. The candidate in this position will also supervise, mentor, and develop a fleet and facilities division team of four employees with diverse mechanical and technical backgrounds.

The ideal candidate has a minimum five years’ of increasingly responsible experience in fleet and facility management including electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems with a minimum two years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.  An associate’s degree in a related field (automotive technology, construction management, business or public administration) and/or trade school certificate required. Equivalent training in electricity, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, automotive/equipment maintenance, construction and/or a related field required. Possession of a valid Illinois Class B CDL driver’s license with airbrake and tanker endorsement –  or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. The Village reserves the right to substitute some experience for the educational requirement.

Salary range of $90,000-130,000, starting salary DOQ. The Village of Bensenville has a competitive benefit package which includes: a Section 125 plan including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a retirement plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, paid holidays, paid vacation, sick leave, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Join the Village of Bensenville team by submitting your resume, cover letter and three (3) professional references to VOBjobs@bensenville.il.us