Teacher Engineer ( Low Voltage Electrical Instructor)

Purpose or Summary Statement of Primary Duties and Responsibilities of Position:

Under general supervision, supervises and performs the operation of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, masonry, electrical and related facilities, as well as the supervision of general maintenance functions, at CPS owned or leased facilities and property. Must meet the following criteria:

1. Partially meets elements of the Principal Accountabilities listed below.
2. Shows partial demonstrable results of job requirements.
3. Delivers partial economic results on productivity requirements for designated assignments.
4. Doing beginning work on achieving current required certifications.

Principal Accountabilities of the Engineer

Engineer is responsible for operation of all heating, ventilating, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, life safety, and swimming pool equipment within his/her work location and maintenance of said areas in order to prevent premature failure. Engineer is to maintain these and any other mechanical equipment or building functions to ensure compliance with City, State, and Federal code.

Engineer is responsible for and participates in the safe and economical operation of the entire facility property.

Under direction, the Engineer at CPS supervises and performs routine repairs in CPS owned or leased facilities and property (i.e. electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Masonry, etc.).

Support the Principal of assigned school by responding to his/her individual requests that arise throughout the day for information, resolution, and inquiry when assigned through the Master Schedule.

Perform annual preventative maintenance plan for responsible facility including specific schedule and action documentation maintained on the EAM system and scheduled on the Master Schedule.

Set and get approval for annual preventative maintenance plan for responsible facilities. Include specific schedule and action documentation maintained on the EAM system.

In order to meet specific annual productivity goals: provide cost avoidance reporting, submission of new ideas to area management, effective implementation of outside/approved ideas, provide cost improvement reporting as a continuous tracking tool.

Develop an annual facilities maintenance plan by 7/1 of each year consistent with the provide format from the Dept. of Asset Management. Provide quarterly updates with corrective action steps when necessary.

Ensure annual work schedule is on Dept. of Facility Management's master staff schedule to include days/shifts worked, vacations, and known days off. Schedule adjustments through the year are subject to approval and 60 day notice of Dept. of Asset Management.

Supplies Management:

• Comply with purchasing department designated supply contract requirements.
• Provide quarterly and annual supply usage forecasts.
• Maintain approved inventory.
• Monitor and provide usage reports on all supplies.

Manages energy conservation, structural pest control, asbestos abatement and other operational problems at the facility.

Personal attendance tracking (swiping in and out) is consistent with proper payroll procedures at all times.

Performance evaluations subject to the PMP (Performance Management Process).

Coordinate construction and rehabilitation work at the school building when approved through the Master Schedule.

Services food service area and equipment; consults with education and food services staff.

Ensure plant security at the school facility during unoccupied hours.

Perform other duties as required.

In order to be successful and achieve the above responsibilities, the Engineer must possess the following qualifications:

Type of Education Required:

Must possess a valid City of Chicago Stationary Engineer's license, Graduation from high school, or G.E.D. equivalent; previous work experience as a Chicago Public Schools certified Engineer or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Have required certifications and new equipment training with specific required updates current at all times on those areas listed below:

• City of Chicago Stationary Engineers License
• Illinois Department of Public Health Pool Operator Certificate
• EPA Universal Technician Certification (Refrigeration)
• Department of Homeland Security FEMA Introduction to the Incident Command
• System for Schools Certificate
• Chicago Public Schools Asbestos Awareness Certificate
• Any new/mandated legal and safety training

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• T horough knowledge of the principles and practices utilized in the operation and maintenance of heating, ventilating, electrical and air conditioning systems.
• Thorough knowledge of the Chicago Public Schools' rules and regulations; considerable knowledge of general maintenance methods and techniques.
• Communicate effectively with educational and food service staff and the school community.
• Have demonstrable computer skills in the use of various CPS software, including the EAM system.