Director Maintenance Operations
Director Maintenance Operations
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Job Description
Primary Purpose:
Direct and manage districts maintenance and custodial operations. Maintain physical school plant in excellent operating condition so that full educational use may be made at all times. Provide a physical environment that is functional safe clean and attractive.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Trade Certification or equivalent experience preferred
Bachelors degree or equivalent experience
Clear and valid Texas drivers license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of basic principles of construction school plant maintenance and custodial operations
Ability to conduct onsite inspection of district facilities
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Strong organizational communication and interpersonal skills
Experience:
5 (five) years supervisory experience in maintenance operations
5 (five) years experience in maintaining a large plant or building
Major Responsibilities and Duties:
Building Maintenance and Repair
- Ensure district facilities are functional safe clean and well maintained.
- Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for maintenance repair and operations of all district buildings and equipment. Ensure work orders are processed and executed in a timely manner.
- Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for submission to purchasing department for bids.
Policy Reports and Law
- Ensure compliance with federal and state law State Board of Education rule and local board policy.
- Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required including timekeeping records.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Budget and Inventory
- Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
- Plan and direct inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies.
- Recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and purchase replacement equipment when necessary.
- Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
- Approve and forward invoices and purchase orders for maintenance department to accounting department.
Personnel Management
- Select train supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.
Safety
- Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal state and insurance regulations and district requirements and develop a program of preventive safety.
- Ensure equipment is maintained in optimum operating condition.
Other
- Participate in development of the districts disaster plan and be prepared to take an active role in responding to emergencies as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise evaluate and recommend the hiring and firing of skilled craftsmen lead custodians grounds supervisors and support staff assigned to maintenance department.
Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:
Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; district vehicle
Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing kneeling/squatting bending/stooping pushing/pulling and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions
Motion: Frequent walking climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching; frequent driving
Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (1544 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over)
Environment: Work outside and inside on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures dust noise vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel
Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
