Building Engineer I

Shelby County Schools•Memphis, TN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking a Building Engineer I to supervise and perform general custodial and grounds maintenance at school campuses and District building sites, helping provide a clean, safe, and comfortable learning and working environment. The position trains, supervises, and assists staff; implements custodial and grounds standard operating procedures; ensures prompt, professional responses to work requests; maintains supply inventory and equipment; and performs related duties. The role works independently and reports major activities through periodic meetings. The position plans, assigns, performs, and supervises maintenance activities; coordinates with principals and other staff; manages work orders and schedules; inspects buildings and grounds; and ensures work meets District quality and safety standards. Duties also include cleaning and minor repairs, arranging service from District staff or outside vendors for building systems, maintaining records and preventative-maintenance schedules, and responding to emergency requests after hours and on weekends as required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Four years of experience in building maintenance.
Class D driver's license.
Proof of education, training, and/or experience is required.

Responsibilities

Plan, assign, perform, and supervise general custodial and grounds maintenance at District schools and other facilities.
Train, assign, evaluate, counsel, and discipline assigned personnel, recommend termination, and provide advice and assistance as needed.
Meet with principals and other staff to plan and implement general maintenance tasks and minor repairs.
Maintain custodial and grounds standard operating procedures, processes, and work schedules.
Maintain the work order system and supervise timely completion of work orders.
Inspect buildings and grounds, report unsafe conditions and emergencies, and report break-ins or theft to administrators, security, and police.
Supervise, perform, or assist with cleaning classrooms, restrooms, kitchens, offices, recreational areas, and other facilities.
Perform minor maintenance and repairs, including replacing light bulbs and changing air filters.
Remove or ensure removal of debris from bleachers, stadiums, and other areas after stadium events and school activities for Non SCAA Sanction Events.
Request servicing and repairs for building components and systems maintained by other District staff or outside vendors, using the School Dude computerized work request system.
Inspect work in progress and completed work for compliance with District and department policies, procedures, standard operating procedures, quality, and safety requirements.
Respond to emergency calls and assist with preparation for and recovery from emergency situations.
Attend training, seminars, and workshops to maintain and enhance job knowledge and skills.
Maintain equipment and preventative-maintenance schedules and initiate repair work as needed.
Maintain accurate work-order records and approve invoices for payment.
Coordinate or perform special duties as assigned and perform other related duties as assigned or directed.
Respond to emergency work requests after working hours and on weekends as required.