Manager Facilities

Pay Grade:  837  (Competitive Pay Based on Experience)
Work Days:  246


Primary Purpose:

• In support of the district’s educational mission, the Facility Services Operations Manager is responsible for the effective leadership, direction, administration and management of the Facilities Services Department operational functions

• Bachelor’s degree in a business or technical discipline (or equivalent experience of a minimum of five to seven years in maintenance supervision)
• Valid Texas Driver’s license
• Driving record that is insurable with PISD insurance carrier

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of building construction and maintenance trades
• Budget administration
• Knowledge of bid, quote and award procedures
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures
• Knowledge of applicable laws, rules, regulations and/or policies and procedures
• Ability to implement, schedule and supervise the work of employees of several trades which are responsible for equipment and facility repair and maintenance
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Ability to speak clearly, concisely and effectively, and to listen to and understand information and ideas as presented in writing
• Ability to interact with people in a manner which shows sensitivity, tact and professionalism
• Ability to make a decision or solve a problem by using logic to identify key facts, explore alternatives, and propose quality solutions
• Ability to direct others and lead the organization to accomplish established goals and objectives
• Ability to conduct on-site inspections of all maintenance facilities and construction projects
• Ability to manage simultaneous assignments with close attention to schedules and deadlines
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others

• Five or more years of experience in leadership positions in large service organizations

• Analyze, develop, revise and improve upon programs, methods and procedures
• Direct cluster services operations on a daily basis
• Communicate and coordinate with school and District administrative personnel and staff to assure smooth and timely delivery of scheduled services
• Perform site inspections and visits; identify maintenance service needs and assign to appropriate trade; oversee contractor work to assure compliance; attend pre-bid meetings
• Train and evaluate the performance of assigned staff
• Implement approved programs and service of District-wide maintenance and operations programs or services; organize and supervise the work of staff involved in the Facilities Maintenance Operations
• Make recommendations for new and modified programs, policies, regulations and procedures for approval
• Conduct periodic inspections of schools and facilities for needed repairs
• Establish cluster goals and objectives; monitors and measures progress on an on-going basis
• Direct activities to ensure compliance with appropriate local, state, and federal regulations as they pertain to facilities
• Encourage and practice cooperation with other departments within the cluster
• Develop and manage the cluster budget to ensure proper allocation and expenditure of resources
• Participate in the development of emergency preparedness plans
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from supervisor
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by the supervisor
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

• Reading; ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; work with frequent interruptions

• Frequent districtwide and / or statewide travel; occasional prolonged and irregular hours; work with frequent interruptions; frequent standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, pushing and pulling. Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds