Saugus Public Schools Facilities and Maintenance Technician

JOB DESCRIPTION Facilities Operations and Building Readiness Oversee the physical operation of the schools and their programs. Ensure facility readiness for day-to-day operations and special events. Inspect school facilities to ensure that all facilities are suitable for safe operations and are maintained in an attractive and clean condition. Respond to immediate safety issues to maintain a functioning educational environment. Coordinate appropriate facility setups and technical equipment for a variety of activities, either for school use or outside use, as required. Daily check-ins with building administration Facilitate delivery of items and packages between district facilities and/or town offices, including but not limited to daily mail. Building and Grounds Maintenance Manage the careful maintenance of buildings and grounds and cleaning programs to keep the schools’ appearance in exemplary condition. Plan, schedule, and perform preventive and ongoing maintenance tasks to ensure equipment is in proper working condition. Perform cleaning and special custodial work as required. Develop and implement an ongoing equipment replacement program. Maintain knowledge of industrial cleaning methods, safety practices and procedures, and health standards and hazards. Determine the type, amount, and delivery of maintenance and cleaning materials needed to support the efficient completion of assigned duties. Order supplies maintain an accurate inventory of supplies and reorder as necessary. Safety, Inspections, and Regulatory Compliance Ensure safety and compliance with applicable state and federal regulations. Work with building administrators and establish a response plan to all emergencies including but not limited to alarm calls after hours. Schedule and coordinate annual inspections in accordance with state and county regulations. Responsible for maintenance and annual inspection of all Saugus Public School vehicles. Maintain records related to inspections, chemical storage, crisis management, and security controls to support compliance, safety, accountability, attending training required for certifications related to job duties.. Maintain the plans for fire evacuation, disaster response, up-to-date records for all state, federal and insurance, as well as inspections; warranties, maintenance requirements and the implementation of scheduled servicing for all facilities equipment Contractor, Town, and Department Coordination Serve as a liaison with the following departments and service providers: Building Maintenance Department of Public Works (DPW), including Parks and Recreation Public Safety, including Police and Fire Building and Central office administration and their point people Food Services Pest Control Serve as a liaison and oversee the services of Building Cleaning Services including: Porters Overnight cleaning Snow removal Coordinate with the Town and DPW to ensure projects are completed as needed. Oversee outside contractors and their work. Supervise/manage part time maintenance department employees. Coordinate AHERA surveillance with the district Designated Person. Project Planning, Budgeting, and Accountability Oversee all maintenance projects and monitor the status of custodial supplies and services, including snow removal. Submit supply purchase requests to the business office Track and communicate the status of project requests to requestors and other interested parties to ensure timely feedback and accountability. Using the district work-order system, fulfill, log and update order tickets in a timely manner. Snow and Weather-Related Operations Oversee and assist with snow removal. In case of a winter storm event, hours may need to be adjusted so that the Facilities and Maintenance Technician is on site to ensure the buildings are able to be safely opened. Records, Documentation, and Administrative Responsibilities Maintain manual and electronic documents, files, and records, including inspection records, timesheets, work orders, requisitions, supply records, chemical storage records, crisis management data, and security controls, to document activities and maintain an up-to-date reference. PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Stamina: Required to stand, be on feet, and move around for a full work shift, with consistent light to moderate physical effort. Movement & Flexibility: Frequently required to bend, sit, move, kneel, squat, and work in restricted spaces, including crawling and/or climbing at heights. Regular use of hands to handle, feel, and operate tools or equipment, as well as reaching with hands and arms. Lifting: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and move heavier materials using appropriate material-handling equipment. Equipment Operation: Must be able to safely use ladders, scaffolding, mechanical lifts, and power equipment. Requires manual dexterity to operate maintenance equipment and tools. Vehicle Operation: Must be able to safely operate district vehicles in varying weather and traffic conditions. Environmental Exposure: Occasionally works in outside weather conditions and may be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Hazardous Materials: Exposure to cleaning agents and other potentially hazardous materials; wearing protective and safety equipment in accordance with OSHA regulations is required. Noise Levels: Noise levels may be high when operating power equipment.