Facilities Supervisor (Compliance and Grounds)

Academy School District 20•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Supervisor (Compliance and Grounds) assists in supervising district custodial operations and conducts and coordinates training to support district programs. The role plans, directs, and implements compliance programs that promote a safe, positive, and efficient work environment, and is responsible for compliance with environmental and safety regulatory agencies. The supervisor is the primary contact for local and state fire marshals and district schools/sites on fire-code compliance, establishes in-house fire-code inspections, and oversees contracted fire and life-safety projects and annual maintenance inspections. The position develops and implements procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous materials—including asbestos, PCBs, mercury, chemicals, radon gas, and lead-based paint—in accordance with applicable regulations. It also serves as the contact for state and federal agencies concerning underground fuel storage tanks. Duties span environmental compliance and projects, fire-suppression systems, grounds and facilities maintenance, staff oversight, work scheduling, and coordination with contractors, district departments, and outside agencies. The role responds to environmental emergencies and emergency calls on a 24-hour on-call basis. Pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion, are required. The position is full-time and regular, with 40 scheduled weekly hours, eight hours per day, and 225 days per year. Work is normally performed during school/work hours, but extended or irregular hours—including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays—may be required. The work environment may be quiet, moderate, or loud and involves frequent interaction with students, the public, and staff. Physical activities include sitting, standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, and crouching or squatting, as well as using equipment and writing utensils.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Bachelor's (baccalaureate) degree, such as a B.A., A.B., or B.S.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Work-related experience in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical fields.
Colorado driver's license.
AHERA/EPA contractor supervisor training for asbestos abatement.
AHERA/EPA building inspector training for asbestos abatement.
Ability to lead, oversee, supervise, and train staff.
Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally and work constructively with people across the organization and the public.
Ability to manage simultaneous demands, prioritize work, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Ability to work independently and to work flexible, extended, or irregular hours, including late nights, early mornings, weekends, and holidays, as directed.
Ability to operate and care for mechanized equipment and standard office equipment, and use computers and software for work orders, reports, diagnostics, and other job functions.
Ability to read and understand contracts, construction drawings, and specifications.
Knowledge of contract administration, accountability reporting, program implementation, administration, recordkeeping, and employee involvement.
Knowledge of asbestos-containing construction materials and AHERA, state, and EPA asbestos regulations.
Knowledge of hazardous-material handling, labeling, and disposal and related state, federal, and local regulations.
Knowledge of EPA and state radon regulations as they apply to schools.
Knowledge of the International Fire Code and NFPA standards as they relate to educational occupancies.
Knowledge of EPA and state regulations concerning lead-based paint and of indoor air quality issues.
Knowledge and experience supervising the planning and layout of environmental projects.
Skills using tools, equipment, and materials of the trade; strong computer, organizational, interpersonal, written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
Visual acuity sufficient for safe operation of tools and machinery.
Ability to recognize workplace safety issues, follow instructions, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound judgment.
Must meet pre-employment drug and alcohol testing requirements and be subject to random testing, including reasonable-suspicion testing.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an Environmental Specialist at the R04 grade or equivalent.
Experience with NIOSH respirator-wear guidelines and issuing respirators to others.
NIOSH 582 air-monitoring and sample-analysis experience or training.
EPA RRP certification for lead-based paint.
State of Colorado underground storage tank A/B operator qualification.
AHERA/EPA asbestos management planner training.
EPA hazardous-waste site worker/supervisor training.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising district custodial operations and oversee the workflow of the grounds department.
Plan, direct, and implement environmental and safety compliance programs and procedures.
Serve as the primary contact with local and state fire marshals and as a point of contact for schools and sites on fire-code compliance.
Establish and conduct in-house fire-code inspections; coordinate and escort fire and fire-suppression equipment inspectors at district facilities.
Oversee contracted fire and life-safety projects, annual maintenance inspections, and repairs.
Develop procedures for handling and disposing of hazardous materials in accordance with state, federal, and local regulations.
Coordinate and inspect underground fuel storage tanks, provide annual tank/site certification documentation, and liaise with state and federal agencies.
Inspect facilities for hazardous materials; evaluate work orders for hazardous-material involvement; conduct environmental investigations and respond first to environmental emergencies.
Manage asbestos inspections and plans, lead-based paint testing and removal, radon testing and mitigation maintenance, environmental sampling, abatement, air monitoring, and hazardous-waste disposal.
Review environmental project sample results and perform visual inspections of completed abatements and quality assurance for environmental and abatement contracts.
Develop environmental project specifications, plans, and independent estimates; supervise and schedule environmental projects and contractors.
Develop and update training, procedures, manuals, and site-specific environmental information, and train district personnel.
Coordinate construction meetings, contractors, district departments, building managers, agencies, and other stakeholders on maintenance, safety, and environmental work.
Assist with hiring, assign work, support technicians with problem solving, and supervise and direct staff as assigned.
Coordinate building maintenance services and inspections of district equipment and property; implement and track preventive maintenance.
Plan and perform facility and systems maintenance repairs, respond to service breakdowns and work orders, and report major discrepancies.
Maintain inventories and recommend purchases of supplies, tools, and equipment; maintain an efficient work area.
Prepare and enter records of work and parts used, maintain hazardous-material databases, and input work orders and generate reports as needed.
Follow safety rules, regulations, and codes; maintain confidentiality and meet performance standards.
Respond to emergency calls on a 24-hour on-call basis and work flexible or extended hours as directed.
Perform other duties as assigned.