Director of Maintenance

Lauderdale County School District•Ripley, TN

About The Position

Direct and manage district’s maintenance and custodial operations. Maintain physical school plant in excellent operating condition so that full educational use may be made at all times. Provide a physical environment that is functional, safe, clean, and attractive.

Requirements

Clear and valid Tennessee driver’s license
Knowledge of basic principles of construction, school plant maintenance, and custodial operations
Ability to conduct on-site inspection of district facilities
Ability to manage budget and personnel
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Three (3) years supervisory experience in maintenance operations
Three (3) years experience in maintaining a large building(s)
Three (3) years of experience in Electrical
Three (3) years of experience in HVAC

Responsibilities

Building Maintenance and Repair Ensure that district facilities are functional, safe, clean, and well maintained.
Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for maintenance, repair, and operations of all district buildings and equipment.
Ensure that work orders are processed and executed in a timely manner.
Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for submission to purchasing department for bids.
Policy, Reports, and Law Ensure compliance with federal and state law, State Board of Education rules and regulations, and local board policy.
Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required including timekeeping records.
Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.
Budget and Inventory Develop and administer budget based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective and funds are managed wisely.
Plan and direct inventory and stock control program for equipment and supplies.
Recommend disposal of obsolete equipment and purchase replacement equipment when necessary.
Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
Approve and forward invoices and purchase orders for maintenance department to accounting department.
Personnel Management Train, supervise, and evaluate staff and make recommendations relative to assignment, retention, discipline, and dismissal.
Prepare, review, and revise maintenance department job descriptions.
Safety Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations and district requirements and develop a program of preventive safety.
Ensure that equipment is maintained in optimum operating condition.
Participate in development of the district’s disaster plan and be prepared to take an active role in responding to emergencies as needed.
Other duties and special projects as assigned by superintendent of schools/designee
Supervise, evaluate, and recommend the hiring and firing of skilled craftsmen, lead custodians, grounds supervisors, and support staff assigned to maintenance department.