SECTION I: GENERAL INFORMATION

Position Title: Head Engineer - Elementary (Step 7)

Location: Kaposia Elementary

Department: Maintenance

Immediate Supervisor's Position Title: Director of Buildings and Grounds

Salary: $31.70 per hour

Job Summary
The Head Engineer is responsible for the overall management of maintenance tasks and cleaning of the Elementary School to provide a clean, pleasant and safe environment for employees, students, and the general public. Provides general supervision to employees who report directly to the position.

SECTION II: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead and oversee building custodial staff, plan and organize work, assign tasks, provide feedback on performance.
• Oversee the general cleaning within the building to include dusting floors, scrubbing washrooms, and locker rooms, vacuuming carpets, cleaning classrooms and offices, etc.
• Provide building security, including locking doors, turning off lights and other equipment, etc.
• Operate and provide maintenance to the heating and cooling equipment in the building, including thermostats and other controls.
• Monitor and maintain safety systems in buildings (fire alarms, lights, etc.)
• Supervise, direct and train employees reporting to the position.
• Complete performance evaluations on employees reporting to this position
• Perform or assist with plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, pneumatics, grounds work, glass replacement, and snow shoveling.
• Maintain tools and equipment available for use.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area.
• Perform repairs or replacements to equipment as necessary. Resolve situations that could become a hazard throughout the district.
• Monitor outside contractors' work to ensure completion and cleanup.
• Solve problems using good judgment and follow through to completion.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully to ensure clear and accurate information is shared.
• Perform other necessary tasks as necessary including moving furniture, painting, vandalism cleanup, and cleaning.
• Respond to emergency situations after regular hours as needed.
• Available for call backs as needed.

• Other duties as assigned

   

SECTION III: WORK REQUIREMENTS AND CHARACTERISTICS

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess First or Second Class C Boiler License as determined by building size.
• Must possess a Certified Pool Operator License

Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities Required to Perform the Work

• Completion of related trade school course preferred
• Five years' experience in building maintenance preferred
• Knowledge and understanding of standard safety procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively common hand and power tools.
• Demonstrated effective communication and supervisory skills.
• Ability to perform routine computer functions, including the use of email, Internet navigation and Microsoft Word.
• Demonstrated prompt, regular and reliable attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry 40 pounds routinely, 60 pounds occasionally, and over 60 pounds with team lifts.
• Be on your feet walking for the entire eight-hour shift, twisting and turning, stooping and bending continuously, grip strongly, working with arms over head, working in loud, noisy environment are all required of this position.
• In addition, the position requires the ability to climb ladders, climb stairs, work at heights, aerial work platforms, work indoors, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to respond at all hours of the day and night, and must be able to be physically active and busy for eight hours.

• Push/pull loaded carts, hand trucks and pallet jacks. Willing and able to shovel snow for extended period of time.

   

Benefits at South St. Paul Public Schools: 

• HealthPartners coverage for medical and dental
• 403(b) retirement with district match
• PERA Retirement Association benefits
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off and leave benefit.

**Complete benefits details available through Human Resources. Benefits vary by position and contract.