City of El Lago

Job Description

Maintenance Director – Full-Time, At-Will, Exempt

Position Summary

Under the direction of the City Secretary, the Maintenance Director is responsible for the overall leadership, planning, coordination, and oversight of the City’s maintenance operations. This position focuses on directing staff, setting priorities, managing contracts and budgets, and leading larger, longer-term projects to ensure City facilities, parks, streets, and recreational assets are safe, functional, and well maintained. The City of El Lago values continued learning and professional growth and encourages employees to pursue training and certifications that support excellence and public service.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leadership & Department Oversight

• Provide day-to-day leadership and direction to maintenance staff; assign work, set priorities, and monitor progress.
• Work with the City Secretary to manage employee schedules, comp time, vacation, and sick leave.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, professionalism, and teamwork.
• Ensure work is completed thoroughly and to City standards without the need for constant oversight.

Planning, Projects, & City Assets

• Plan, coordinate, and oversee maintenance, repair, and improvement projects for City facilities, parks, streets, entrances, and recreational assets.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term maintenance plans.
• Actively assist maintenance staff with project execution and daily work as needed, including hands-on work for complex or time-sensitive tasks.
• Ensure City assets are maintained for safety, cleanliness, and functionality.
• Monitor conditions and coordinate repairs, replacements, or contracted services as needed.
• Identify issues, trends, and future needs and recommend solutions to the City Leadership.

Code Enforcement & Compliance

• Perform City code enforcement duties related to maintenance and public safety, working collaboratively with City staff to document violations.
• Conduct inspections, issue red tags, and prepare written notices and correspondence as required.
• Coordinate with and provide direction to the Code Enforcement Officer regarding the issuance of citations and maintain accurate records.

Contracts, Budget & Administration

• Manage maintenance-related contracts, including vendor coordination, renewals, performance monitoring, and scope changes.
• Assist with department budgeting and long-term capital planning.
• Code invoices, track expenditures, and ensure purchases align with the approved budget.
• Maintain records and provide periodic reports to City leadership and/or City Council.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to work independently with sound judgement and minimal supervision.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize work in a fast-paced, interruption-driven environment.
• Ability to shift focus as needed and return to tasks without loss of momentum or accuracy.
• Strong commitment to public service, with resident-first mindset and respectful, kind interaction with the public.
• High attention to detail; thorough and observant in identifying maintenance needs.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and long-term projects.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic technology skills, including email, document management, mobile devices, and minor troubleshooting.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• College coursework or degree in a related field preferred but not required.
• Several years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance, public works, facilities, or a related field.
• Supervisory or leadership experience strongly preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Willingness to pursue relevant training or certifications as supported by the City.

Physical & Working Conditions

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• May be required to respond to emergencies or after‑hours situations.

Benefits

The City of El Lago offers a comprehensive benefits package in accordance with the City’s Employee Manual, which includes medical, dental, and life insurance; participation in the City’s 457 Retirement Plan with City match; paid holidays, vacation, personal leave, and sick leave; workers compensation coverage; and a cell phone stipend for required use of a personal mobile device for City business.

Interested candidates should submit a resume to citysec@ellago-tx.gov.