Job Title: Assistant Maintenance Director Exemption Status/Test: Non-exempt
Reports to: Maintenance Director
Dept./School: Maintenance
Primary Purpose:
Assist in directing and managing district's 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. Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.
Qualifications:
Education/Certification:
Clear and valid Texas driver's license
Special Knowledge/Skills:
Knowledge of basic principles of construction, school plant maintenance, and custodial operations
Ability to conduct on-site 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
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Experience:
Three years supervisory experience in maintenance operations preferred.
Experience in general building maintenance
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.
- Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
- Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
- Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
- Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
Policy, Reports, and Law
- Ensure compliance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy.
- Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Budget and Inventory
- Plan and direct inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies.
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.
- Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
- Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
- Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
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 (15-44 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