Elementary Head Custodian​/Engineer

Summary

Depending on the assigned location, the Engineer is responsible for carrying out engineering and/or maintenance duties, which may include lead Engineer designation. Carries out repairs and maintenance of the building and grounds, as well as operating mechanical equipment.

• Complete charge and responsibility of heating, ventilating, and cleaning of interior and exterior and general supervision of custodial staff assigned to the building.
• Assist administration in evaluating, scheduling, and recommending all custodial staff assigned to the building.
• Cleans areas of school as required.
• Coordinates special maintenance requirements.
• Removes snow and cuts the lawn.
• Prepare for/clean up after the student lunch hour.
• Perform other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.

• Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of steam boilers, fans, traps, valves, pumps, and other plant equipment.
• Knowledge of air conditioning and refrigeration units.
• Some knowledge of electrical equipment and plumbing.
• Knowledge of maintenance of grounds.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, students, and the public.
• Ability to keep records and work schedules for custodial staff.
• Experience in operating, maintaining, and repairing power plant equipment.
• Ability to evaluate, recommend, and directly supervise the work of custodial staff.
• Low‑pressure boiler Operator's License required within two years of assuming position.
• Requires heavy lifting over 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders, crawl in tunnels, and perform physical labor involving long hours of standing.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, hear, walk, stand, reach, lift, and carry items. Lifting requirements include materials over 50 pounds. Other physical demands include climbing ladders and crawling in tunnels. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and depth perception. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Full‑time, 1.0 FTE, 12 months per year. 8‑hour shift. Standard day shift hours are from 7:00 am – 3:00 pm, subject to change based on location.

E‑1: $19.38–$22.78 hr + up to an additional $0.73 per hour with Education Credits. In accordance with the GPPA union contract, starting pay may depend on experience. Additionally, the district offers a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible employees.

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