Supervisor, Building

The School District of Lee County•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Supervisor, Building is responsible for maintenance, repair, cleanliness, safety, and overall functionality of a school facility and its systems. The role coordinates preventive maintenance, inspections, cleaning, repairs, custodial and site-worker operations, and grounds services; monitors the facility budget and purchases; and responds to building alarms and emergencies. The position may require extended hours, weekend work, work during storm events, and 24-hour on-call availability as needed. It also involves physical work such as lifting and moving materials, working at heights, and setting up or breaking down rooms. The listed compensation is $20.74, with 8 hours per day and 255 days; compensation may increase based on relevant education and experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Three years of related experience and/or training in maintenance, supervision, and custodial services.
Hands-on experience with maintenance and repair tasks such as plumbing, electrical work, HVAC systems, carpentry, painting, hardware repairs, visual roofing inspections, and grounds maintenance.
Valid Florida driver’s license.
Knowledge of building systems, safety regulations, and maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws and regulations concerning student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.
Knowledge of and experience with industry-standard equipment, basic industry tools, materials, practices, computers, and applications.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, along with organizational, problem-solving, and management skills.
Ability to respond professionally and effectively to customer needs and requests for service or assistance.
Ability to read blueprints and schematics and understand and apply basic trade concepts.
Ability to prepare and monitor annual and monthly budgets.
Ability to maintain a productive pace and organize daily and monthly maintenance and custodial schedules.
Ability to stand for long periods and repetitively lift, push, bend, or stretch.
Ability to work at heights from a bucket truck, ladder, or scaffold.
Ability to work extended hours, weekends, and during storm events, and to be on call for emergencies 24 hours a day as needed.
Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of staff, faculty, students, and community members in a service-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree from an accredited institution.
Five years of related experience and/or training in maintenance, supervision, and custodial services, with expertise in plumbing, electrical work, HVAC systems, carpentry, painting, hardware repairs, visual roofing inspections, and grounds maintenance.
Relevant work experience or education may be substituted to satisfy minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs to the facility and its systems, including minor electrical, electronic, carpentry, and plumbing repairs.
Develop and implement schedules for annual or summer cleaning, regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and repairs to ensure compliance with District, State, and Federal regulations.
Diagnose malfunctioning equipment initially before requesting technical assistance.
Clean, lubricate, and perform preventive maintenance on building components and systems, including HVAC equipment, roofs, gutters, floors, shut-off valves, and kitchen equipment.
Align, adjust, and replace hardware, including door closures, window mechanisms, and fencing.
Patch and paint interior and exterior walls and ceilings as needed.
Assist with recruiting, supervising, and managing daily operations and vacation schedules for custodial and site-worker staff; oversee mowing, pruning, and care of trees, shrubbery, and plants.
Monitor the facility for safety issues, damage, storm-related debris, and cleanliness, and ensure daily tasks, service requests, and repairs are completed promptly.
Monitor and manage the facility maintenance budget, including supplies and contractor services, and collaborate with the location’s bookkeeper to purchase necessary items.
Load and unload furniture, supplies, materials, and equipment, and break down and set up rooms.
Apply knowledge of chemicals and hazardous materials in daily operations.
Respond to building fire or security alarm calls.
Lock and unlock buildings, offices, and classrooms.
Participate in School Advisory Council or Leadership Team meetings and lead staff or safety meetings.
Consult on and monitor renovations and construction projects at the school site as needed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.