Director of Maintenance and Facilities - (2026/2027 school year)

JOB CLASS

7435

TITLE:

DIRECTOR MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Maintenance and Facilities is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the maintenance department, repair and alteration of district buildings and grounds; serving as the district representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction; ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently and within regulatory guidelines and projected deadlines; managing the annual budgets for the designated departments; district level support for custodial staff; and ensuring optimal utilization of personnel and other resources within the designated departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field, preferred.

Any combination equivalent to:

high school diploma or GED Certificate Must hold a valid Kentucky Drivers' License. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in building maintenance and construction which involved facility planning, construction, maintenance and operations. Experience in a school district environment is preferred.

REPORTS TO

Designated Chief Officer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, EXPECTATIONS

Plan, organize, coordinate and oversee day-to-day maintenance activities to ensure the proper and efficient maintenance and repair of District buildings and facilities. Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned maintenance and skilled trade staff; assign and review work and participate in the selection of new personnel as assigned. Develop and prepare work schedules; review maintenance reports and work orders; prioritize and coordinate duties and assignments to assure effective work flow and facilitate operations; coordinate responses to emergency calls. Provide district-level support for custodial staff including but not limited to training, hiring, determining work assignments in conjunction with building principal. Prepare and maintain records, files, logs and reports related to personnel, inventory, supplies, work requests, work performed and safety issues as assigned. Conduct inspections of buildings and facilities to determine maintenance and repair needs and quality of work performed; recommend the removal of fire, safety or health hazards including asbestos-related issues; instruct staff in safe work practices. Participate in the establishment and implementation of a systematic preventive maintenance program; investigate vandalism as necessary. Assist in determining needed equipment, materials and supplies for the District maintenance operations; requisition a wide variety of supplies, maintenance tools and equipment. Communicate with vendors, contract and inspectors regarding maintenance operations and activities, materials, specifications, scheduling and District policies and procedures. Conducts regular communication meetings with designated staff. Serve as district point of contact for construction projects; provide feasibility studies and cost estimates for potential projects. Provide oversight and management of capital improvements, new construction and renovation projects while working with appropriate design professionals. Routinely submit written and oral reports or presentations concerning departmental functions related to maintenance, facilities, and construction. Inspect job sites to ensure compliance with the defined scope of work. Engineering Plan Organization and Scanning. GIS (District utilities, mechanical equipment, major assets). Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations. Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools. Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods, materials and equipment used in the various building maintenance trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and ventilating and air conditioning as assigned. Building construction practices and laws governing the construction and repair of public buildings. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. Health and safety regulations. Applicable State, County and City laws, codes and regulations related to building and grounds maintenance operations, policies and objectives. Oral and written communication skills. Record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO

Plan, organize, schedule, assign and review maintenance work. Train, supervise and evaluate personnel. Prioritize and schedule work. Read, interpret and work from construction drawings and blueprints. Estimate materials and labor costs. Plan, layout, direct and control a maintenance work program involving diversified activities. Work independently with little direction. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain records and prepare reports. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Perform heavy physical labor. Demonstrated success working within a diverse workforce/student population. Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Subject to both indoor, environmentally controlled and outdoor environments. Typical office environment including but not limited to telephones, personal interruptions, background noises. Travel amongst building locations required. Will require working with or near the public, parents, and children and will be subject to sounds, scents, and other related environmental factors. This position will require dealing with conflict and requires use of sound judgment.

Physical Demands:

Standing, walking, sitting, reaching, talking, bending, pushing, and moving throughout the day Light physical demand with some lifting of up to 50lbs Hand and finger dexterity Repetitive movements

Travel Requirements:

(Frequency and Duration) Less than 20% out of district Daily as needed within district boundaries

OTHER FACTORS

Classified salary schedule Classified benefits Number of days per year: 260 Number of hours per day: 8 FLSA classification: Exempt

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy. Evaluation will be conducted by the designated supervisor. Director of Maintenance and Facilities - (2026/2027 school year) 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars Owensboro, KY Full-time Owensboro Public Schools 30 reviews Full-time

JOB CLASS

7435

TITLE:

DIRECTOR MAINTENANCE AND FACILITIES JOB DESCRIPTION

The Director of Maintenance and Facilities is responsible for planning, organizing and directing the maintenance department, repair and alteration of district buildings and grounds; serving as the district representative in planning and developing facilities and new construction; ensuring that jobs are completed efficiently and within regulatory guidelines and projected deadlines; managing the annual budgets for the designated departments; district level support for custodial staff; and ensuring optimal utilization of personnel and other resources within the designated departments.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or closely related field, preferred.

Any combination equivalent to:

high school diploma or GED Certificate Must hold a valid Kentucky Drivers' License. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in building maintenance and construction which involved facility planning, construction, maintenance and operations. Experience in a school district environment is preferred.

REPORTS TO

Designated Chief Officer

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, EXPECTATIONS

Plan, organize, coordinate and oversee day-to-day maintenance activities to ensure the proper and efficient maintenance and repair of District buildings and facilities. Train, supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned maintenance and skilled trade staff; assign and review work and participate in the selection of new personnel as assigned. Develop and prepare work schedules; review maintenance reports and work orders; prioritize and coordinate duties and assignments to assure effective work flow and facilitate operations; coordinate responses to emergency calls. Provide district-level support for custodial staff including but not limited to training, hiring, determining work assignments in conjunction with building principal. Prepare and maintain records, files, logs and reports related to personnel, inventory, supplies, work requests, work performed and safety issues as assigned. Conduct inspections of buildings and facilities to determine maintenance and repair needs and quality of work performed; recommend the removal of fire, safety or health hazards including asbestos-related issues; instruct staff in safe work practices. Participate in the establishment and implementation of a systematic preventive maintenance program; investigate vandalism as necessary. Assist in determining needed equipment, materials and supplies for the District maintenance operations; requisition a wide variety of supplies, maintenance tools and equipment. Communicate with vendors, contract and inspectors regarding maintenance operations and activities, materials, specifications, scheduling and District policies and procedures. Conducts regular communication meetings with designated staff. Serve as district point of contact for construction projects; provide feasibility studies and cost estimates for potential projects. Provide oversight and management of capital improvements, new construction and renovation projects while working with appropriate design professionals. Routinely submit written and oral reports or presentations concerning departmental functions related to maintenance, facilities, and construction. Inspect job sites to ensure compliance with the defined scope of work. Engineering Plan Organization and Scanning. GIS (District utilities, mechanical equipment, major assets). Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations. Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools. Perform related duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Superintendent.

CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERTISE REQUIRED

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Methods, materials and equipment used in the various building maintenance trades such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, heating and ventilating and air conditioning as assigned. Building construction practices and laws governing the construction and repair of public buildings. Appropriate safety precautions and procedures. Health and safety regulations. Applicable State, County and City laws, codes and regulations related to building and grounds maintenance operations, policies and objectives. Oral and written communication skills. Record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO

Plan, organize, schedule, assign and review maintenance work. Train, supervise and evaluate personnel. Prioritize and schedule work. Read, interpret and work from construction drawings and blueprints. Estimate materials and labor costs. Plan, layout, direct and control a maintenance work program involving diversified activities. Work independently with little direction. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Maintain records and prepare reports. Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others. Perform heavy physical labor. Demonstrated success working within a diverse workforce/student population. Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Subject to both indoor, environmentally controlled and outdoor environments. Typical office environment including but not limited to telephones, personal interruptions, background noises. Travel amongst building locations required. Will require working with or near the public, parents, and children and will be subject to sounds, scents, and other related environmental factors. This position will require dealing with conflict and requires use of sound judgment.

Physical Demands:

Standing, walking, sitting, reaching, talking, bending, pushing, and moving throughout the day Light physical demand with some lifting of up to 50lbs Hand and finger dexterity Repetitive movements

Travel Requirements:

(Frequency and Duration) Less than 20% out of district Daily as needed within district boundaries

OTHER FACTORS

Classified salary schedule Classified benefits Number of days per year: 260 Number of hours per day: 8 FLSA classification: Exempt

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy. Evaluation will be conducted by the designated supervisor.