Assistant Chief - District Office - Buildings and Grounds

JOB CLASSIFICATION: ASSISTANT CHIEF - District Office - Buildings and Grounds LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT: All SchoolsREPORTS TO: Supervisor of Buildings and GroundsJOB GOAL: To assist chief custodians with supervision of second shift staff and to perform maintenance, preventive maintenance and provide custodial coverage on as needed basis.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or equivalent.Computer literate in Excel, Word, Outlook, and experience with the internet.Ability to operate automated system software efficiently.At least two years of experience in one of the following fields: custodial, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry or painting.Must successfully complete State of Delaware custodial training courses.Demonstrated ability to read, write, and do simple mathematics.Valid State of Delaware license.Work history reflects demonstrated responsibility and dependability.Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.Ability to physically lift at least 50 pounds to shoulder height and carry a distance of 100 feetAbility to work independently and with little direct supervision.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationshipsAbility to work a flexible work schedule.Professional appearance appropriate for the position provided.PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:Performs nightly inspections of district facilities by identifying repairs/maintenance needs.Provides chief custodians with reports of second shift activities/accomplishments.Supervises and assists the custodial staff with special event setup/breakdown.Supervises, develops and monitors performance of custodial staffSupervises and assists with developing work schedules the floater custodian positionAssist building chiefs with completing monthly observations and annual evaluations for custodial staffProvides substitute custodians with OJT (on the job training) and assists with supervision of substitutesPerforms preventive and corrective maintenance on district properties and related facilities, to include plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, electrical and other related trades as assigned.Effectively and expeditiously completes vehicle and building repairs in accordance with school policy, sound maintenance practices and priority/urgency of operations.Conducts routine and periodic inspections of schools and facilities.Provides input to Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds regarding maintenance needs and makes recommendations for procurement of materials and supplies.Performs/conducts building and grounds maintenance inventory control activities as needed.Conducts inspections of facilities as assigned.Performs snow removal duties such as shoveling or plowing snow, spreading salt or ice remover, sanding walks, driveways, parking areas, steps, and other areas as needed.Reports for work when emergencies arise, which may include weather related and building system failures.Assists in maintaining proper IAQ requirements of heating and cooling conditions in compliance with energy management standards.Assists with grounds maintenance, sports field maintenance and after hour game management.Attends state level training mandated by Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds.Maintains accurate service records, coordinates and schedules vehicle inspection and major repairs, and performs general maintenance on district vehicles.Manages security access distribution and records.Assists in training of custodial staff regarding maintenance and/or repair services appropriately performed by custodial staff.Performs other tasks assigned by the Supervisor of Buildings and Grounds and or his designee.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.Equipment:Proper use of diagnostic tools and metering devices. Use of hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including brooms, mops, floor cleaning and waxing machines, vacuum cleaners, snow blowers, shovels, power mower.Safety Requirements:Follow all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used in the performance of duties. Wears appropriate safety gear, including masks.Travel Requirements:Travel between all district buildings and off-site destinations is required.Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor and to coordinate work with appropriate staff.Ability to describe orally or in writing cleaning, maintenance and/or repair problems as needed.Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with district staff and others contacted in the course of work.Ability to subtract, multiply, divide all units, and determine measure.Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain or snow.Ability to work above ground from ladders up to a height of 30 feet and automatic lifts to complete assigned work responsibilities.Ability to perform work according to standard procedures and schedule set forth by Coordinator of Building and Grounds.Ability to operate all district equipment.Physical and Mental Demands, Work HazardsWorks in standard office and school building environments.Ability to perform essential duties in indoor and outdoor environments subject to changing conditions and temperatures exceeding 90 degrees at times.Exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents and contaminated trash, grasses, pollens, etc.Required to complete trainings successfully as required to complete responsibilities, which include automatic life operator.During snow season maintenance technicians are required to move snow and salt from district grounds on a case-by-case basis.Executes all essential functions of the job.Special Note: Interview may include a written examination and a Functional Capability Test that will assess candidate's ability to meet the physical demands of the position.Additional DutiesPerforms other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.License or CertificateMotor Vehicle Operator's license.TEMPORARY POSITION: No Note: All temporary positions will end on June 30thNUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 12 Month- 261 DaysNote: Months/days will be pro-rated to start dateFULL TIMRE OR PART TIME: FullELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS: YesPENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION: YesMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: NOTE: A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District. APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested and qualified candidates should complete an online application.NOTE: Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above.SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system. With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must call the Delaware State Police at (800) 464-4357 to make an appointment. The cost of the criminal background check is $65 (expense borne by the prospective employee). Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check.Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work.The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position, to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws. This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction. Inquiries should be directed to: Director of Personnel, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973. Phone: (302) 629-4587.DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.JLC:tacGrade Configurations:West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12FOR INTERNAL USE ONLYEMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITONSupport - CustodianPOSITION TITLEAssistant Chief MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N)YPAY SCALE Assistant ChiefFLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-ExemptNon-ExemptMONTHS EMPLOYED12DAYS EMPLOYED261 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day)JOB CODEP73564DEPARTMENT952300300REVISED4/2025