Description: Directs, supervises and manages the facilities/maintenance departmentand its personnel, assuring the safe and efficient operation of the school district's plant,buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds.FACILITIES/ MAINTENANCEEssential FunctionsThe Supervisor will: * Identify and take appropriate action in emergency situations to protect the safety ofstudents, staff and property.* Recommend supplies and equipment for purchase.* Conduct regular inspections of the facilities and grounds.* Promote good safety practices and procedures.* Inspect roofs for leaks and repair.* Manage the federal asbestos program (AHERA).* Lead, manage, direct, and evaluate the department's personnel.* Manage the department's budget.* Work cooperatively with the district Athletic Department.* Direct the preparation of playing fields, grounds and facilities for athletics and otherschool activities.* Regulate heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems to provide temperaturesappropriate to the season, and to ensure economical usage of fuel, water and electricity.* Ensure that the condition of the district's buildings, facilities and grounds are safe,clean, operational, and visually appealing so as to represent the district in a positivemanner to stakeholders, visitors and prospective residents.Other Duties and Responsibilities* Maintain all safety and code requirements of the federal, state, and local board ofeducation guidelines.* Instruct custodians and maintenance workers on proper methods of procedure, andproper use of tools.* Order and account for material and labor relative to assignments.* Conduct routine and periodic inspections of school and facilities as part of apreventative maintenance program.* Manage to the Negotiated Agreement.* Foster and maintain good public relations with the maintenance/custodial staff,building principals, students and parents.* Represent the school district in a positive and professional manner.* Represent the school district in a positive and professional manner.* Complete paperwork in a timely manner. Coordinate work schedules of maintenance personnel, and work closely with buildingprincipals in developing work schedules of custodial personnel. Coordinate vacation schedules for department personnel. Obtain, contract for and supervise outside vendors for maintenance work.* Establish and recommend priorities for repair projects.* Confer with building principals when making plans for maintenance of buildings andgrounds.* Confer with building principals regarding the establishment of regular preventativemaintenance programs.* Administer a system for dealing with emergency repair problems in an efficientmanner.* Manage a recycling program of scrap metal, light bulbs, cardboard, batteries, tires,oils, lubricants, and n o n - t e r r o u s m e t a l s .* Implement a preventative maintenance and replacement schedule for district-ownedequipment.* Prepare and submit a monthly report to the Superintendent/CEO.* Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent/CEO.Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Initiative and excellent judgement.* Possess specialized knowledge and capable of analyzing and solving complexproblems.* Ability to maintain confidentiality.* Possess proficient knowledge of computer software programs and systems related tothe efficient andeffective operation of the department.* Ability to work effectively with others.* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and inwriting.* Ability to discuss specific problems with contractors to determine proper course ofaction.* Effective, active listening skills.* Organizational skills.* Training in the proper care and storage of chemicals, e.g., hazards communicationtraining.* Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, andlabels.* Ability to read and understand blueprints.* Ability to operate machinery.* Training in OSHA/PERRP rules and regulations.* Manage the operation, inspection and repair of the following systems: * Security and Safety, HVAC, Boilers, Refrigeration, Electrical, Plumbing, BasicConstruction, Welding* Ability to complete maintenance tasks on the wide range of building systemsEquipment Operated* Pickup truck and van, Snow plow, Mowers and field liner, Welding tools, Carpentrytools, Electrical tools, meters and testing equipment, Drain cleaner, Table saw, Chainsaw, Electric scissor lift, Various hand tools and power toolsRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities* Effective communication skills including written, oral and active listening.* Organizational and problem solving skills.* Ability to manage and evaluate personnel.* Ability to manage resources.* Formal instruction in student transportation management (classroom instruction andfield experience).* Basic understanding of the educational process and the corresponding role of pupiltransportation.* Basic c o m p u t e r competency.* Knowledge of web-based information systems.* Knowledge of state and federal regulations applicable to the transportation of studentsand to the operation of student transportation vehicles.* Ability to implement and lead in-service programs.Equipment Operated* Computer/printer, Telephone/cellular phone, Two-way radio, Pickup truck and van,Hand tools, Power toolsFACILITIES and MAINTENANCEAdditional Working Conditions* Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.* Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., must beprepared to come to school on all scheduled work days including calamity days.* Occasional evening/weekend work.* Frequent travel between buildings and to get supplies.* Occasional repetitive hand motion, e.g., use of hand tools.* Frequent requirement to work near moving mechanical parts, e.g., drill press, circularsaw, table saw, hand tools, pulleys, and pumps.* Occasional requirement to work in high places.* Occasional exposure to fumes, airborne particles, dangerous or caustic chemicals, e.g.,welding fumes, sawdust, masonry dust, and pollens.* Occasional exposure to loud noises, e.g., power tools and power machinery.* Occasional lifting, pulling and pushing of up to 50 pounds.* Must be physically able to wear necessary personal protective equipment as necessary,e.g., respirator, hearing protection, safety glasses, and safety clothing.* Occasional requirement to travel.* Occasional requirement to work overtime.Qualifications* High school diploma (minimum requirement).
Post-secondary education or industrycertification desired.* It is highly desired that the successful candidate has experience incommercial/educational facilities management/maintenance and in pupiltransportation.* Must hold a valid driver's license.* Prior supervisory/management experience desired.* Prior work experience in a school district or other educational environment desired.* Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent and/or Board ofEducation may find appropriate.* CDL with school transportation endorsement; Training and experience in the repair,maintenance and installation of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems; Clear BCI/FBIbackground checks.This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that theseare the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. Theincumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required bythe incumbent's supervisor and the Board of Education.
