Assistant Physical Plant Director

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Full Time Windsor, CT, US

4 days ago Requisition

$85,000.00 To $ Annually

Assistant Physical Plant Director
and Campus Operations Supervisor

Department
Physical Plant |
Reports to
Director of Physical Plant

Appointment
Full time, salaried staff, 12 months

The Assistant Physical Plant Director and Campus Operations Supervisor supports the Director of Physical Plant in the safe, reliable, efficient, environmentally responsible, and cost-effective operation and maintenance of the campus. The position provides campus-wide safety oversight, coordinates environmental compliance and related record keeping, oversees campus maintenance, and assists the Physical Plant Director in overseeing capital improvement and construction projects.

The position directly supervises Mailroom Associates, co-chairs the Safety Committee, and works closely with Human Resources on employee support, performance concerns, corrective action, and hiring throughout the Physical Plant department.

• Provide proactive safety oversight across campus facilities, work areas, and Physical Plant operations in collaboration with the Director, department supervisors, Campus Safety, and other school partners. Promote safe conditions for students, employees, visitors, and contractors.
• Co-chair the Safety Committee; help establish agendas, lead meetings, document recommendations and action items, and track corrective measures through completion.
• Conduct and coordinate safety inspections and hazard assessments, identify unsafe conditions or practices, and work with responsible departments to address concerns promptly. Escalate significant hazards and initiate appropriate protective measures when immediate action is needed.
• Coordinate safety training and reinforce safe work practices, personal protective equipment use, equipment safety, and applicable OSHA standards. Review safety requirements during work planning and monitor employee and contractor practices in the field.
• Coordinate incident and near‑miss reviews with Human Resources and appropriate supervisors; document findings, identify corrective actions, and follow up to reduce recurrence.

• Coordinate compliance with applicable environmental requirements and school procedures across Physical Plant operations, including chemical handling and storage, waste management, spill prevention and response, and other regulated activities within the department’s scope.
• Maintain organized, accurate, and accessible safety and environmental records, including inspection reports, training records, safety data sheets, permits, required reports, disposal documentation, and corrective‑action logs. Track deadlines, renewals, and follow‑up requirements.
• Support regulatory inspections and compliance reviews; coordinate with qualified vendors, consultants, and school personnel to address findings and maintain required documentation and retention practices.

• Directly supervise the Mailroom Associates. Set expectations, coordinate schedules and workloads, provide coaching and employee support, and evaluate performance. Work through the Carpenter Shop Supervisor to support effective daily shop operations.
• Work closely with Human Resources and the Director on personnel matters throughout Physical Plant, including employee concerns, performance improvement, corrective action, and consistent application of school policies. Maintain confidentiality and appropriate documentation.
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