Director of Building and Grounds
DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND GROUNDS
Gardner Grade School is seeking a Director of Building and Grounds.
We are looking for someone who preferably has expertise and experience in managing a preventative maintenance program, directing building operations, facilitating repairs / building projects / equipment / work orders / maintenance supplies, and overseeing the safety of facilities. Candidates must be able to communicate effectively, manage conflict, demonstrate good problem-solving skills, and take initiative.
Please see https://www.ggs72.org/ for a link to the application and job description.
Contact Melanie Elias, melias@ggs72.org with any questions.
Duties
Performance Responsibilities:
- Demonstrates mechanical ability in the maintenance of the building.
- Has experience in the field of general construction and related trades or specialties.
- Has knowledge or experience in the field of health, education, safety procedures.
- Has knowledge of and able to inspect and maintain all roof top and floor HVAC units.
- Inspects and assumes responsibility for the efficient and safe operation in the maintenance and repair of the building, grounds, and equipment.
- Supervises the development of maintenance and custodial work schedules and performs custodial duties when the need arises.
- Prepares specifications for purchase of equipment for general maintenance and custodial supplies and is alert to the development of new products and their impact on the school maintenance program.
- Establishes standards and long term programs for maintenance of buildings and grounds. Organizes and implements a program of preventive maintenance. Maintains records on preventive programs including but not limited to schedule of work completed.
- Makes annual budget estimates of the costs of maintenance and repairs, including supplies and equipment needed.
- Maintains on-going files of all required inspections.
- Maintains safe conditions for both employees and the public and maintains close liaison with inspectors regarding items related to safety.
- Maintains regular communication with the superintendent regarding custodial and maintenance issues and offers suggestions for improvement.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the superintendent and school board.
- Attends and participates in continuing education as required.
- Designated as responsible for asbestos management.
- Possess a general knowledge of and experience with boiler steam heating systems.
- Manage the Direct Digital Controls & System Front End
- Manage the building access controls and keys
- Have general knowledge of technology initiatives with the ability to support necessary technology infrastructure upgrades.
- Be available for monitoring of learners as needed (arrival, dismissal, cafeteria)
- Serve as the liaison between the district and outside contractors
- Perform necessary snow removal and salting duties
- Collaborates with the Superintendent to create and maintain a plan to utilize Building Maintenance Grant funds
- Serve as the point of contact for Fire Alarm System monitoring, Grundy County Sheriff, and Automated Monitoring Systems.
- Collaborates with Village Officials, State Fire Marshal, and Regional Office of Education staff to ensure compliance with Health Life Safety measures
- Ability to supervise and provide specific feedback to the custodial staff
Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- Demonstrated aptitude and/or experience for assigned performance responsibilities and in the following areas:
- Building Maintenance
- Building Trades
- HVAC Systems
- Cleaning Operations
- Ability to supervise the building custodian
- Must be self-motivated and have a positive attitude.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
Salary/Benefits
Regionally competitive based on qualifications and experience.
Additional Notes
Employed on a yearly basis from July 1 to June 30. Adherence to the rules, regulations, and policies as set forth by the Board of Education pertaining to the Educational Support Staff. This is a salary exempt position.
How to Apply
Job application is located on the Gardner Grade School website. https://www.ggs72.org
Please send an email, including the completed job application and resume to Melanie Elias, Superintendent at: melias@ggs72.org