Director of Maintenance and Facilities - (2026/2027 school year)

Owensboro Public Schools•Owensboro, KY

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Director of Maintenance and Facilities is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the maintenance department, repair and alteration of district buildings and grounds. This role serves as the district representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction, ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently and within regulatory guidelines and projected deadlines. The Director will manage the annual budgets for the designated departments, provide district-level support for custodial staff, and ensure optimal utilization of personnel and other resources within the designated departments.

Requirements

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or GED Certificate
Must hold a valid Kentucky Drivers’ License.
Five years of increasingly responsible experience in building maintenance and construction which involved facility planning, construction, maintenance and operations.
Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in the various building maintenance trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and ventilating and air conditioning as assigned.
Knowledge of building construction practices and laws governing the construction and repair of public buildings.
Knowledge of appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Knowledge of applicable State, County and City laws, codes and regulations related to building and grounds maintenance operations, policies and objectives.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques.
Ability to plan, organize, schedule, assign and review maintenance work.
Ability to train, supervise and evaluate personnel.
Ability to prioritize and schedule work.
Ability to read, interpret and work from construction drawings and blueprints.
Ability to estimate materials and labor costs.
Ability to plan, layout, direct and control a maintenance work program involving diversified activities.
Ability to work independently with little direction.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to maintain records and prepare reports.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
Demonstrated success working within a diverse workforce/student population.
Ability to observe legal and defensive driving practices.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field, preferred.
Experience in a school district environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, coordinate and oversee day-to-day maintenance activities to ensure the proper and efficient maintenance and repair of District buildings and facilities.
Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned maintenance and skilled trade staff; assign and review work and participate in the selection of new personnel as assigned.
Develop and prepare work schedules; review maintenance reports and work orders; prioritize and coordinate duties and assignments to assure effective work flow and facilitate operations; coordinate responses to emergency calls.
Provide district-level support for custodial staff including but not limited to training, hiring, determining work assignments in conjunction with building principal.
Prepare and maintain records, files, logs and reports related to personnel, inventory, supplies, work requests, work performed and safety issues as assigned.
Conduct inspections of buildings and facilities to determine maintenance and repair needs and quality of work performed; recommend the removal of fire, safety or health hazards including asbestos-related issues; instruct staff in safe work practices.
Participate in the establishment and implementation of a systematic preventive maintenance program; investigate vandalism as necessary.
Assist in determining needed equipment, materials and supplies for the District maintenance operations; requisition a wide variety of supplies, maintenance tools and equipment.
Communicate with vendors, contract and inspectors regarding maintenance operations and activities, materials, specifications, scheduling and District policies and procedures.
Conducts regular communication meetings with designated staff.
Serve as district point of contact for construction projects; provide feasibility studies and cost estimates for potential projects.
Provide oversight and management of capital improvements, new construction and renovation projects while working with appropriate design professionals.
Routinely submit written and oral reports or presentations concerning departmental functions related to maintenance, facilities, and construction.
Inspect job sites to ensure compliance with the defined scope of work.
Engineering Plan Organization and Scanning.
GIS (District utilities, mechanical equipment, major assets).
Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.
Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools.
Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent.