Head Engineer

Final assignment to be made based on district needs

Director of Building and Grounds, Building Principals

$25.17/hr

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Second Class license with ability to test up in two years

Preferred

• Chief's license
• Seven years job related experience

The Head Custodial Engineer is a contact point for students, teachers, support staff, colleagues and parents. The Engineer is responsible for the day to day operation of the building including mechanical operation, cleaning, maintaining grounds, community education activities, special events, managing energy use, security, safety, and other functions as assigned.

Customer Support

• Assist in the implementation and follow through of cleaning programs developed through workflow analysis
• Assist building administrators and other support staff in scheduling special events, setting up for these events, and other special tasks as assigned by building administrator
• Collaborate with teachers and support personnel for assisting in the mission of the school district
• Assist in the implementation and follow through on performance evaluations
• Supervise Custodial staff and interact with district resources (carpenters, grounds personnel) to take care of building and grounds

Direct Service

• Direct daily cleaning activities of custodians; work with teachers and other staff in moving furniture and delivering supplies
• Cleans school building by vacuuming, mopping, waxing and sweeping floors, sanitizing bathrooms, washing chairs, desks and chalkboards and emptying garbage cans
• Performs maintenance repair on plumbing, heating and electrical equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance on building equipment by checking and changing fluids, belts, chemicals, lights and filters
• Maintains grounds by cutting, trimming, shoveling and blowing snow from walkways
• Clears and maintains cafeteria equipment
• Maintains building security
• Cleaning up body fluids and secretions in all areas of school
• Responsible for fire protection and fire alarm bells
• Responsible for clocks and bells and maintain time scheduler
• Assists with snow removal efforts
• Monitors swimming pool chemicals, filters and obtains certified pool operator license

Administrative Support

• Monitor time keeping records and other administrative tasks as assigned
• Perform record keeping regarding boilers and mechanical systems
• Monitor supplies and reorder appropriate amount of supplies from approved vendors as needed
• Coordinate contractor personnel in upkeep of building structure, electrical, mechanical, and other building systems
• Adhere to federal, state and District data privacy regarding employee information and contractor pricing
• Stands ready to respond to calls 24 hrs/day on equipment failure or for security reasons
• Other duties as assigned

The methods of performing the essential job duties require the following physical demands:

• Continuous standing and walking
• Frequent stooping, squatting, kneeling, crawling, sitting, walking, standing, hearing, talking, and seeing
• Frequent lifting and/or moving of equipment, supplies and furniture
• Occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds
• Frequent pushing and pulling
• Work with various chemicals and follow Material Safety Data Sheet
• Work with personal protective equipment in dealing with body fluids
• Working outside during inclement weather

• Special License: Employee must pass the State license examination
• Second Class: Employee must have a Special License and work under a First Class operator, or higher, for at least one year
• First Class: Employee must have a Second Class license, or higher, and work under a First Class operator for an additional two years
• Chief's License: Employee must have a First Class license, or higher, and work under a Chief operator for an additional two years
• Certified Pool Operator: Employee must complete 16 hours of training every five years; the cost of training and certification shall be paid by the School District

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week*. This includes health, dental, and…