Job Details

Requisition ID:

48494

Work Location:

Convention & Visitors Bureau - Convention Center

Pay Range:

A.12, $62,857.60 - $97,427.20

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 5:00 pm or as operating schedule dictates

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

2/23/26

Application Deadline:

3/8/26

Job Duties:

The Virginia Beach Convention Center exists to facilitate successful experiences by offering a full range of high-quality services and amenities for conventions, professional trade shows, consumer shows and community events. The right candidate for this position will be a self-motivated individual who enjoys a challenging work environment and wants to make a difference in our organization. You will be an integral part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service to our clients and you will be a primary resource responsible for leading staff responsible for the repair and upkeep of the facility.

Job duties include the following:
• Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm however, work schedule will vary based upon event activity and can include nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Responsible for the maintenance, system operation and general condition of a public assembly facility and its equipment.
• Lead, hire, supervise, schedule, train and participate in the work of staff responsible for facility maintenance; manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced and occasionally stressful environment.
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for the facility, the physical plant, systems, finishes, fixtures, equipment, and grounds.
• Use a CMMS (computerized maintenance management system) to generate and track work orders and maintain records of all maintenance activity.
• Train facility staff in the proper and safe operation of facility systems, equipment and tools; maintain a culture of safety in the workplace.
• Perform regular inspections of facility, equipment and systems.
• Monitor and control supplies and equipment; order supplies and tools as necessary; prepare documents for equipment procurement; prepare technical bid specifications for contracted services.
• Plan and coordinate facility maintenance schedules with facility use schedules and avoid conflicts between events and maintenance.
• Support and assist in sustainability initiatives, including but not limited to, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification.
• Coordinate maintenance activity and work cooperatively with Grounds-keeping, Housekeeping and Set-up, Event Services and contractors to ensure facility readiness.
• Provide input on budget items and monitor budget expenditures for utilities, equipment, supplies, contracts and personnel.
• Work a varied schedule based upon event activity/operational needs including days, nights, weekends and holidays.
• Perform other job duties requiring skills, knowledge and physical requirements as demanded by those duties described or less. Individual assignments will be determined by the supervisor based on then current workloads and department needs.

As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more.

There is a $5,000.00 Sign-On Bonus for newly hired employees. The bonus will be divided into three increments:
*$1,000.00 will be awarded in the first paycheck.
*$1,500.00 will be awarded upon completion of the six (6) month evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations".
* $2,500.00 will be awarded upon completion of the one (1) year evaluation with an overall performance of "Meets Expectations".

Official City Job Description:



Working Conditions:



Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires any combination of education (above high school level) and/or experience and training equivalent to a minimum of five (5) years in a facility maintenance position including a minimum of two (2) years in a supervisory role. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the City's operational status. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume required

Preferences:
• Experience working in a public assembly facility such as an exposition center, sports center, convention center, stadium, arena or other live event venue
• Experience using the Building Automation System (BAS) Automated Logic Controls (ALC)
• Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) MicroMain
• Industry certification(s) such as CMRP, CPMM, CMM, CFM, FMP, BOC, SMT or EPA (HVAC)
• Experience managing preventative/predictive maintenance programs, troubleshooting equipment/system issues and developing plans for corrective action for chillers, cooling towers and boilers
• Knowledge of safety practices, policies and procedures specifically with OSHA, NFPA, Life Safety Code 101, DEQ and local building codes
• Journeyman or Master Tradesman License in the field of Electrical, HVAC or Plumbing.

Special Instructions:
• The application is the primary document used to screen for qualifications and years of experience. Please include entire job history on the application.
• This position is Alpha I and is required to work in excess of the normally scheduled days/hours during inclement weather (hurricanes/snow) and/or in response to short-term department needs, regardless of the City's operational status
• You must be able to work a flexible schedule to include early mornings, days, evenings, overnight, weekends, holidays, extended work shifts and extended number of days as dictated by operational needs.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
• This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing as well as an annual physical exam. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination.
• This position may require incumbents to wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel-toed shoes, hard hats, safety glasses, gloves or other safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employee's supervisor based on position assigned.

Similar Job titles: Facility Operations Supervisor, Maintenance and Operations Supervisor, Building Services Supervisor, Facilities Maintenance Manager, Facilities Operations Coordinator, Venue Facilities Supervisor, Site Operations Supervisor, Building Operations Manager, Venue Maintenance Supervisor, Convention Center Facilities Manager, Hospitality Facility Operations Supervisor, Mechanical Systems Supervisor, Infrastructure Maintenance Supervisor, Facility Operations Team Lead, Facilities Crew Supervisor

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.