Operations and Facilities Director

Evergreen School District seeks an Operations and Facilities Director to join one of the leading K-8 school districts in the state of Montana.  Evergreen's mission is to enable students to become responsible citizens and lifelong learners by ensuring quality instruction in a nurturing environment.  The Operations Director supports the District with a variety of duties.This position reports directly to the Superintendent.

Preferred Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED with preference given for background in civil, mechanical, or electrical engineering
• Five years experience in supervision and maintenance
• Possess or acquire Commercial Drivers License (CDL) - Class B with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement
• Possess First Aid and CPR certification
• Possess or acquire Government Pesticide Applicator License (school Integrated Pest Management)
• Possess or acquire Low-Pressure Boiler Operator's License (within three years of employment)
• Possess or acquire training in asbestos awareness and maintenance
• Possess or acquire certification in lead based paint renovation
• Experience in grounds maintenance
• Reside within reasonable proximity to the district

Job Responsibilities:

• Establish and administer maintenance programs
• Develop and oversee safety programs
• Monitor facilities to ensure compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act
• Ensure utilities procurement
• Monitor bus maintenance and oversee bus operations
• Write bid specifications and assist in the selection of contractors
• Write contracts for building projects and oversee contractor operations
• Oversee telecommunications and security camera systems
• Establish and implement a budget
• Create work schedules
• Coordinate operations and repairs
• Supervise, train, and evaluate maintenance and custodial personnel
• Oversee security
• Prioritize, perform, and/or assign district maintenance and repairs
• Oversee operation of the District boilers
• Secure and disseminate maintenance and custodial supplies
• Conduct maintenance and custodial staff meetings
• Dispose of obsolete property as per statutory requirements
• Attend meetings as they pertain to custodial and maintenance staff or district operations
• Provide regular report to Trustees
• Communicate regularly with the District superintendent
• Procure and maintain inventory of district-owned hand tools, equipment, hardware, materials, and supplies
• Inspect and maintain fire alarm systems and fire extinguishers
• Assist in the planning and construction of school facilities
• Conduct duties in a safe manner and emphasize safety to subordinates
• Schedule and conduct asbestos inspections
• Ensure and document proper procedures for repair and renovation activities when asbestos or lead based paint is present
• Respond to security alarms and other emergencies as needed outside of work hours in a timely manner
• Establish safety, preventative, and upgrade facilities and maintenance plan
• Be responsible for snow removal and snow removal contracting

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Ability to work with others
• Ability to analyze costs and chart budgets
• Ability to plan and schedule cleaning, maintenance, and repairs
• Ability to manage, supervise, train, and evaluate personnel
• Ability to lift and move heavy equipment
• Ability to operate tools and equipment used in custodial, building, maintenance, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work
• Ability to operate snow removal equipment
• Ability to organize and manage supplies and materials
• Ability to interpret and disseminate information, direct meetings and organize and maintain equipment
• Ability to supervise construction projects and work with contractors
• Ability to be self-directed in handling responsibilities
• Ability to prioritize tasks and analyze and solve problems in a timely manner
• Ability to handle emergencies in a calm and efficient manner
• Ability to give oral presentations in public settings

Physical Demands:

• Works inside and outside the school building in both a controlled environment as well as occasionally in inclement weather
• Works with corrosive, toxic chemicals and soaps that give off fumes

Evaluation:

• Performance to be evaluated annually by the Superintendent

Terms of Employment:

• Hourly, 261 day contract year, Remuneration contingent upon preparation and experience
• Health insurance, leave, and retirement provided
• On call 24 hours 7 days a week
• Work schedule/hours can be modified as determined by supervisor

Note:

• This job description is not an employment contract and is only a general description of the duties that are commonly assigned to this position
• Other duties related and unrelated to the title and major and minor elements may be assigned