Director - Eastern Lancaster County SD
| Position: | Director |
| Subject Area: | (none) |
| Job Title: | Director of Facilities |
| Job Location: | Eastern Lancaster County School District |
| Beginning: | Immediately |
| Deadline: | Open until filled ** |
| District: | Eastern Lancaster County SD |
| New Holland, PA 17557 | |
| Telephone: |
717-354-1500 |
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Job Description:
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
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Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide leadership and strategic direction for all district facilities operations, including maintenance, custodial services, grounds, utilities, and physical plant systems.
- Plan, coordinate, and supervise the operation, maintenance, and repair of all district buildings, grounds, athletic fields, playgrounds, bus garage, warehouse, sewer plant, and related facilities.
- Develop, implement, and continuously monitor a comprehensive preventive maintenance program for district buildings, grounds, equipment, vehicles, and mechanical systems to ensure safe and efficient operation of all facilities.
- Oversee the operation and maintenance of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, energy management, automated temperature control systems, security systems, and other facilities-related technology.
- Conduct regular inspections of district facilities and grounds to ensure safety, cleanliness, regulatory compliance, and operational effectiveness. Implement improvements as necessary.
- Supervise and evaluate maintenance, custodial, and grounds personnel; oversee recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, evaluation, and discipline of staff as necessary.
- Manage construction, renovation, and repair projects; coordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, and inspectors to ensure projects meet district specifications, timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
- Develop and administer the facilities, maintenance, and custodial budgets; monitor expenditures and conduct cost and productivity analyses to ensure efficient use of district resources.
- Manage procurement of equipment, supplies, and services in accordance with district purchasing policies and applicable federal and state regulations.
- Prepare and oversee bids, requests for proposals (RFPs), and contracts for maintenance services, construction, and facility-related projects.
- Ensure district compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations including building codes, safety regulations, environmental requirements, Right-to-Know law, AHERA, pesticide regulations, and other regulatory requirements.
- Maintain required inspections, certifications, permits, and records related to boilers, elevators, asbestos management, environmental compliance, and other regulated systems.
- Coordinate and monitor building readiness and facilities operations during inclement weather and emergency situations.
- Serve as liaison with municipal officials, regulatory agencies, contractors, architects, engineers, and community organizations regarding facilities matters.
- Coordinate scheduling and community use of school district facilities in collaboration with building administrators and district staff.
- Meet regularly with building administrators to review facility needs, project status, and operational issues affecting school buildings and grounds.
- Develop long-term facility condition assessments and capital asset management plans to maintain district infrastructure and support educational programs.
- Identify and implement energy conservation initiatives and evaluate opportunities for operational efficiencies and cost savings related to utilities and building systems.
- Stay informed on new technologies, equipment, products, and best practices related to facility maintenance and custodial operations.
- Provide training and updated information to facilities staff regarding equipment, safety procedures, and operational techniques.
- Provide periodic reports and updates to district administration and the Board regarding facilities operations, projects, and priorities.
- Collaborate with the district technology department to support facility needs related to technology installations, networking infrastructure, and specialized instructional spaces
- High school diploma or equivalent required; technical/trade school training or an associate’s or bachelor’s degree in facilities management, construction management, engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in building maintenance, construction, or facilities operations, including demonstrated experience managing projects.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in facilities management or supervision of maintenance and custodial operations.
- Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license required.
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