Maintenance Director

POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Director

REPORTS TO: Chief of Auxiliary Services

BEGINNING DATE: Open Until Filled

NATURE OF WORK:
An employee in this position is responsible for a large variety of facility maintenance duties throughout the school system; including 37 schools plus auxiliary sites. Work involves application of many technical guidelines and the discretionary judgment and analysis in most situations. Administrative supervision is exercised over a number of skilled, semi-skilled and unskilled employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Technical expertise in multiple trades
• Thorough knowledge of acceptable maintenance and repair in all phases of building maintenance
• Thorough knowledge of the proper handling of hazardous materials
• Working knowledge of OSHA requirements
• Working knowledge of Pest Control laws and regulations
• Knowledge of Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) regulations
• Knowledge of energy management systems (SEBIE Net 000 preferred)
• Ability to establish and maintain a working relationship with employees and others
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to analyze problems and arriving at reasonable and economical solutions
• Thorough knowledge in preparing budgets and reports

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Minimum high school diploma
• Minimum 5 year experience in a facility maintenance leadership role.
• Successful management experience in related positions requiring supervision of skilled and semiskilled employees
• Successful experience in planning and managing large budgets
• State licenses in various trades
• Broad and extensive experience in the area of facility maintenance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to pass employment physical
• Must be able to do a considerable amount of lifting
• Must be able to lift moderate to heavy weight (50-100 pounds), stand, walk, run, bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, climb ladders and work on scaffolding, for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability and physical strength sufficient to move objects

SALARY: Pay Grade 77

FSLA STATUS: Exempt

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK:

• Selects and recommends persons to be hired, disciplined, discharged, or promoted.
• Plans, directs, and reviews the work of maintenance employees.
• Supervises and inspects the work of contracted labor.
• Coordinates activities of the maintenance crews.
• Ensures the storage and security of materials.
• Plans and reviews fiscal matters related to plant operations.
• Ensures employees are provided needed training.
• Informs staff of changes in technology, laws codes, or regulations with regard to general facility maintenance.
• Inspects the condition of school buildings to determine needed repairs and maintenance.
• Receives, authorizes, prioritizes and delegates work requests.
• Evaluates project sketches or blueprints and cost estimates to make implementation decisions.
• Plans and monitors the departmental budget.
• Keeps records and prepares required reports.
• Determines need, selects and purchases equipment.
• Prepares or participates in preparation of specifications for materials and equipment required.
• Inspects the work of outside contractors for adherence to plans and specifications.
• Consults with outside authorities and agencies regarding facility maintenance and environmental issues.

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.

Onslow County Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

EOE

I have read and understand the requirements for the position of Maintenance Director. I am able to perform all essential functions of this position.