School Building and Maintenance Supervisor

The Building and Grounds Supervisor is responsible for inspections, maintenance, and repairs to ensure that all students, staff, and the community are provided a safe, attractive and clean, and healthy environment for learning and work. Furthermore, the Building and Grounds Facility Personnel is responsible for the general operation of the building and the facility equipment in order to support teaching and enhance student learning.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license for the type of equipment to be driven, with no serious violations.
• Demonstrate a knowledge, with three years minimum of experience, and proficiency in several areas of maintenance (e.g. plumbing, painting, carpentry, masonry/concrete/tile, window glazing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC systems, roof repair, plastering/spackling, field/playground maintenance, furniture repair, and/or small engine repair).

DESIRABLE TRAITS AND ATTITUDES:

· Has a positive attitude toward the job, the students and the staff

· Respects the value of confidentiality and integrity

· Has the ability to work independently, organize, and use time effectively

· Shows initiative but is also willing to take direction

• Works within the procedures and systems in the school community
• Dresses appropriately for a school setting
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize work loads
• Works cooperatively with others

· Conducts oneself in a professional and ethical manner

REPORTS TO:

The Building and Grounds Supervisor will be part of the Facility Team and will be directly responsible to Administration.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform all grounds lawn and landscaping needs by mowing, weeding, spraying, and trimming.
• Remove snow and ice by shoveling, plowing, and/or sanding walks, driveways, parking areas, and steps.
• Perform general maintenance and repair tasks in a variety of areas and as assigned by the Supervisor of Maintenance and in accordance with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Ensure that the work site and conditions are safe.
• Perform assignments relating to insuring the building is able to safely open and

function when assigned. This includes working cooperatively with the Building and Grounds Personnel during emergency operations.

• Perform regular inspections of equipment and systems, reporting any abnormalities and hazards

immediately.

• Respond to emergency situations and perform necessary repairs.
• Keep a log of all maintenance functions and repairs performed.
• Recommend repairs or procedures that are beyond the scope of responsibilities, skill, or experience, outlining the work needed and specifications required of an outside contractor.
• Ensure that all applicable fire, safety, health, and environmental regulations and laws are observed and exceeded.
• Maintain an adequate supply of parts and supplies usually used in repairs, and request needed supplies through the established procedures of the district.
• Operate and maintain in a safe and operational condition all tools and equipment necessary to carry out job functions and responsibilities.
• Report immediately any damage or vandalism to facilities, or theft of equipment.
• Make recommendations for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the maintenance operations of the district.
• Attend required meetings, including Right-To-Know and Safety Training, and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees.
• Display a cooperative and pleasant attitude at all times, particularly when in the presence of staff, students, and community visitors.
• Notify and assist the administration and appropriate emergency personnel with any emergency, and potentially dangerous or unusual situations.
• Use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions.
• Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
• Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic.
• Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings.
• Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel,

and outside agencies associated with the school.

• Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, Minnesota school law, State Board of Education

rules and regulations, Board of Education policies and procedures, and contractual obligations.

• Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by

the supervisors, and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

• Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job; sometimes over 50 pounds.
• Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time.
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to

focus vision.

• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS:

The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee

to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive.

• Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.
• Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
• Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities.
• Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction, and/or operation of equipment.
• Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Hours as assigned by the administration. Pay rates and benefits as determined by the Human Resources Department, School Board, and Administration. In accordance with applicable law, Beacon Academy provides reasonable accommodation to known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified employee with a disability to allow him/her to perform the essential functions of the job. If accommodation is needed, please contact our HR department in the main office. Beacon Academy is an at-will employer. This job description is a guideline and does not constitute a written or implied employment or other contract.

Pay: $51,000.00 - $82,030.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $51,000 - $82,030