Position Type:
Administration - No Admin Cert Required/ CLAS - 8470 - DIRECTOR - PLANT OPERATIONS

Date Posted:
7/10/2018

Location:
PHYSICAL PLANT OPERATIONS

Date Available:
18-19 School Year

Closing Date:
07/25/2018

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TITLE: Director of Plant Operations
REPORTS TO: Chief Operating Officer
SUPERVISES: Utilities Services Supervisor, Grounds Maintenance Supervisor, Facility
and Custodial Managers, Administrative Assistant

JOB FUNCTION: Provides for the maintenance and safety of all exterior acres of the Fayette County Public Schools, provides for the training of custodians,
manages a budget for all aspects of the grounds maintenance, vehicle maintenance, custodial programs and equipment and utility services (asphalt, concrete, fencing, playgrounds, and drainage issues).

MEASURES OF SUCCESS:
· Eighty percent of man-hours are applied to scheduled work as measured by monthly school dude reports.

· Eighty percent of work orders in a 30 day period are in “Request” status for less than five days as measured by monthly school dude reports.

· Ninety five percent of all completed work orders are reviewed and closed within three days as measured by monthly school dude reports.

· All responsible areas are in compliance as verified through annual and/or state reporting.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Prepares and controls the Plant Operations budget in the areas of grounds maintenance, utility services, custodial services and the commercial fleet.

2. Oversees the districts custodial related building needs regarding equipment and supplies.

3. Develops, evaluates and prepares performance standards and procedures for the grounds maintenance, utility services, commercial fleet and custodial services.

4. Coordinates, directs and participates in the training of all staff. Maintains staff job results by coaching and counseling employees.

5. Coordinates district's grounds maintenance activities with supervisors, school administration, and other government jurisdictions.

6. Coordinates, directs and participates in the selection and evaluation of Plant Operations staff, performs annual evaluations, staff assignments, disciplinary procedures and non-renewal of staff as needed.

7. Communicates with district staff, faculty and administrators to discuss custodial needs, scheduling for projects, resolving questions and concerns that may arise and other related issues, athletic field maintenance issues within the district.

8. Communicates with various athletic booster clubs within the district to be sure that they are following all proper procedures concerning support services they provide for maintenance of the various athletic fields.

9. Coordinates the asphalt resurfacing and repair program, seal coating and striping of lots for all of FCPS.

10. Develops and oversees snow plan for removal of snow and ice from district's property.

11. Assists in field investigation on road conditions related to snow and ice.

12. Communicates with vendors to research, test and evaluate products, equipment and techniques; selects and purchases supplies, equipment and other inventory of grounds and custodial materials and equipment.

13. Assures compliance with local building codes related to ADA, sidewalk and paving requirements as needed.

14. Oversees Integrated Pest Control program for all district's property.

15. Plans and provides in-service training programs and seminars for Plant Operations staff.

16. Oversees instructional programs for Plant Operations staff in proper use of supplies and equipment.

17. Assists in the writing of specifications and recommendations for equipment used for the maintenance of the district's property.

18. Coordinates the disposal and sale of surplus capital outlay items.

19. Assures compliance with local and state laws and procedures regarding CDL license required for the staff.

20. Oversees underground drainage inspections and keeps records of inspection reports.

21. Assures compliance with local laws and procedures regarding the storage and disposal of trash, rubbish and other waste for all buildings within the district.

22. Monitors weather conditions as it pertains to all grounds maintenance activities performed by Plant Operations.

23.Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency.

24. Maintains regular attendance.

25. Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Operations Officer.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

· Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking
· Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing
· Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations
· Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching

• Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light weights

· Requires attendance at all hours of day/night to oversee requirements of the division

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Must hold a Bachelor's Degree; Master's Degree preferred
• At least four (4) years experience in area of assignment

· Experience related to personnel management, supervision, selection and evaluation of a large number of employees.
· Extensive experience with custodial cleaning procedures and equipment, all phases of grounds maintenance and commercial fleet management.
· Extensive experience in preparing and managing an annual budget.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid Kentucky driver's license required

Contact Person: Myron Thompson (myron.thompson@fayette.kyschools.us)