Director of Plant Maintenance & Facilities

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:

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience Preferred

Clear and valid Texas drivers license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Demonstrate knowledge of the basic principles of construction school plant maintenance

and security

Strong communication public relations organizational and interpersonal skills

Ability to manage and coordinate diverse district functions through subordinate supervisors

Exhibit collaborative working skills

Ability to successfully manage budget and personnel

Knowledge of wage and salary benefits and employment laws

Thorough understanding of school administrative operations with the ability to implement policy

and procedures

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Demonstrate leadership skills and mature judgment

Ability to analyze needs interpret data and facilitate the implementation of strategies

to make improvements

Ability to read blueprints and schematics

Work Conditions:

Work Conditions:

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; occasional out-of-district travel

Regular attendance is an essential function

Minimum Experience:

At least three years of successful experience in a supervisory capacity in either business

industry or a government agency

At least three years of successful experience in the area of planning or maintaining

a large physical plant or facility

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Building Maintenance and Repair

1. Ensure district facilities are functional safe clean and well maintained.
2. 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.
3. Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for submission to purchasing department for bids.
4. Develop and implement a program of preventive maintenance.
5. Direct the maintenance of all buildings and grounds as to cleanliness and safety.
6. Oversee the operation of the HVAC systems and emergency generators to ensure they are operational and providing the necessary heat and cooling according to season.
7. Oversee the repair lubrication and cleaning of boiler equipment.
8. Responsible for the proper upkeep and maintenance of playing fields grounds and other necessary facilities for athletics and other school activities.
9. Conduct periodic inspection of all school facilities to insure that safety procedures are in operation.
10. Work cooperatively with other District staff members to determine priorities and develop timelines for completing projects.
11. Direct the process of developing standards and criteria for the various fixtures components materials and procedures to be used in the modernization and renewal of the buildings.

Budget and Inventory

1. Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
2. Manage the process of advertising and awarding the contract for the various bid packages that will provide for optimum coordination of the effort.
3. Conduct a comprehensive and detailed cost analysis program of departmental expenditures as a basis governing annual forecast of expenditure requirements.
4. Plan and direct inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies.
5. Recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and purchase replacement equipment when necessary.
6. Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
7. Approve and forward invoices and purchase orders for maintenance department to accounting department.
8. Receive store and issue maintenance and grounds materials supplies and

Personnel Management Supervision & Training

1. Select train supervise and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment retention discipline and dismissal.
2. Assist in the recruitment employment transfer promotion of maintenance personnel.
3. Supervise evaluate and recommend the hiring and firing of skilled craftsmen lead custodians grounds supervisors and support staff assigned to maintenance department.
4. Develop and implement an orientation/training program on proper operation and maintenance of school facilities for departmental personnel.
5. Prepare review and revise maintenance department job descriptions.
6. Maintain personnel and other necessary records as required.
7. Schedule work routines for departmental personnel.
8. Coordinate vacation schedules for departmental personnel.

Safety

1. Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal state and insurance regulations and district requirements and develop a program of preventive safety of maintenance personnel.
2. Ensure equipment is maintained in optimum operating condition.
3. Ensure that district vehicles are maintained in a safe and effective working condition.

Other

1. Compile maintain and file all reports records and other documents required including timekeeping records.
2. Participate in development of the districts disaster plan and be prepared to take an active role in responding to emergencies as needed.
3. Foster and promote collegiality and team building through the use of collaborative decision making processes.

Policy Reports and Law

1. Ensure compliance with all environmental laws and regulations (ex. asbestos underground storage etc.)
2. Abide by State and Federal laws District policies campus expectations and Texas Educator Code of Ethics.
3. Perform other such duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

All custodial maintenance grounds keeping and construction personnel

Required Experience:

Director