Description: Directs, supervises and manages the facilities/maintenance department
and its personnel, assuring the safe and efficient operation of the school district's plant,
buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds.
FACILITIES/ MAINTENANCE
Essential Functions
The Supervisor will:
* Identify and take appropriate action in emergency situations to protect the safety of
students, 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 other
school activities.
* Regulate heating, ventilating and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures
appropriate 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 positive
manner to stakeholders, visitors and prospective residents.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
* Maintain all safety and code requirements of the federal, state, and local board of
education guidelines.
* Instruct custodians and maintenance workers on proper methods of procedure, and
proper 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 a
preventative 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 building
principals 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 and
grounds.
* Confer with building principals regarding the establishment of regular preventative
maintenance programs.
* Administer a system for dealing with emergency repair problems in an efficient
manner.
* 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-owned
equipment.
* 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 complex
problems.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality.
* Possess proficient knowledge of computer software programs and systems related to
the efficient and
effective operation of the department.
* Ability to work effectively with others.
* Ability to communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in
writing.
* Ability to discuss specific problems with contractors to determine proper course of
action.
* Effective, active listening skills.
* Organizational skills.
* Training in the proper care and storage of chemicals, e.g., hazards communication
training.
* Ability to read and understand verbal and written instructions, written warnings, and
labels.
* 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, Basic
Construction, Welding
* Ability to complete maintenance tasks on the wide range of building systems
Equipment Operated
* Pickup truck and van, Snow plow, Mowers and field liner, Welding tools, Carpentry
tools, Electrical tools, meters and testing equipment, Drain cleaner, Table saw, Chain
saw, Electric scissor lift, Various hand tools and power tools
Required 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 and
field experience).
* Basic understanding of the educational process and the corresponding role of pupil
transportation.
* 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 students
and 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 tools
FACILITIES and MAINTENANCE
Additional Working Conditions
* Occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue.
* Occasional operation of a vehicle in inclement weather conditions, i.e., must be
prepared 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, circular
saw, 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 industry
certification desired.
* It is highly desired that the successful candidate has experience in
commercial/educational facilities management/maintenance and in pupil
transportation.
* 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 of
Education 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/FBI
background checks.
This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these
are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the incumbent. The
incumbent will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by
the incumbent's supervisor and the Board of Education.
Pay: $64,272.00 - $92,616.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
