The Superintendent of Schools announces the following position within the Fall River Public

Position: Director of Maintenance Services

Job Description: This is an administrative position in the Fall River Public Schools, with district-wide responsibilities for maintenance services provided by district employees and private contractors. The Director of Maintenance Services oversees the following employee categories; plumbers, electricians, carpenters, masons, painters, HVAC mechanics, roofers and steamfitters. The Director of Maintenance Services will assist the COO in managing and supervising the priority and quality of work product and reviewing time & attendance, work assignments, and the professional development of the listed maintenance employee groups.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Possession of valid, state-issued driver's license
• Experience working within a collective bargaining environment. (3 years of supervisory experience preferred)
• Working knowledge of:

• Steam boilers
• Hot water heating systems
• HVAC systems
• Computer-based energy management and lighting systems
• Swimming pool systems, maintenance regimen and chemical treatment processes
• Applicable building, health, safety and Hazardous Materials compliance standards and regulations
• Communication systems
• Working knowledge of MS Office / Google Docs
• Ability to use various management software applications (ex: SchoolDude, Attendance, etc.)

• Demonstrable oral and written communication skills
• A stable employment history with an outstanding record of attendance

Performance Responsibilities:

Maintenance Services:

• Develops, implements and reviews work plans and implements plans for the specific needs of each school facility;
• Reviews work schedules to maximize man-hour efficiencies.
• Oversees the flow of all work requests/work orders related to maintenance services to ensure optimal response in areas including occupied and unoccupied areas of buildings.
• Exercises vigilance for fire alarm & fire suppression systems; maintaining work order history by facility.
• Coordinates the facility assignments of personnel
• Identifies situations requiring 'emergency' action and responds accordingly.
• Any maintenance related Duties or Special projects as directed by the Chief Operations Officer.

Waste Management:

• Coordinates the disposal of waste related to the maintenance department projects and operation.
• Monitors conservation of all resources (including energy) and recommends changes as warranted.

Professional Development Services for Departmental Staff:

• Plan and oversee delivery of appropriate training and retraining staff
• Manages all documents related to maintenance service.
• Coordinates Safety (OSHA type) training and materials handling training for Maintenance Services staff.

Quality Assurance:

• Manages performance evaluations of assigned personnel.
• Inspects and reviews services and work product

Business Administration:

• Develops bid specifications within regulations for procurement of goods or services as needed.
• Manages the identification and selection of qualified, reputable sources of supplies
• Establishes and monitors appropriate inventory level of supplies.
• Processes, stores and archives Accounts Payable and Bookkeeping documents for services.
• Reviews and develops job duties.
• Is responsible for personnel management, compliance with terms and conditions of organized labor agreements, and Civil Service compliance.
• Assists with negotiation of collective bargaining agreements, and implementation of terms as needed.

Budget Development and Prioritization:

• Plans, manages, and monitors budgeting appropriate inventory levels for supplies and equipment for all disciplines.
• Advocates for appropriate staffing, positions, and resources
• Manages and monitors use of overtime as needed, and ensures equitable distribution of overtime.

Capital Planning and Prioritization:

• Provides oversight and planning for lifecycle replacement of equipment.
• Identifies and refers necessary repairs or upgrades to facilities to the Chief Operations Officer.

The Superintendent of Schools reserves the right to waive a position qualification or determine that there is an acceptable alternative to that qualification. If the Superintendent intends to waive a qualification, such intent will be shared with the Fall River School Committee.

Reports To: Chief Operations Officer or his designee

Supervises: Maintenance Department Staff: HVAC Technicians, Plumbers, Electricians, Carpenters, Painters, Roofers, Masons, Steamfitters and Laborers

Terms of Employment: Salary and benefits to be negotiated. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be established within an individual contract.

Salary Range: $85,000 - $105,000

Closing Date for Applications: Until filled

The Fall River Public Schools offers all programs, activities, and employment opportunities without regard to race, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability.