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Job Descriptions:

The Campus Lead Maintenance position oversees the daily operations of the Upper School, Northrop campus. The Campus Lead reports to the Director of Buildings & Grounds and is responsible for facility maintenance and repair work to ensure a safe environment for students, staff and visitors. This position is also responsible for developing and supervising equitable work plans for their direct reports and coordinating the work schedule of all full and part-time employees to ensure proper school coverage.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Foster an attitude of support on the part of all department personnel for all school-wide and community activities on the Minneapolis campus

• Under minimal supervision, develop and assist with inspecting, planning and implementing a building maintenance program

• Perform equipment and building maintenance on a daily basis in accordance with submitted and assigned service requests

• Follow appropriate safety procedures when completing work assignments in accordance with OSHA and other relevant safety guidelines

• Maintain a safe and secure setting for students, staff and guests; report any concerns or violations to the Director of Buildings & Grounds

• Ensure building coverage is provided during planned or unexpected absences of staff

• Identify small cap improvements projects and determine material and methods for the jobs; inspect for quality and progress to ensure work is being performed with an emphasis on safety; communicate with the Director of Buildings & Grounds all labor and materials utilized

• Submit purchase requisitions for supplies and materials; coordinate and maintain adequate inventory of tools, equipment, hardware and materials

• Assist buildings & grounds personnel with building inspections and maintenance operations reviews; notify the Director of Building and Grounds of safety and building integrity concerns

• Coordinate access to spaces to minimize disruption to operations; receive and deliver equipment and supplies as required. May be called upon to discuss and participate in installations, repairs, new construction and other routine and event-related projects

• Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry including but not limited to demolition and rough construction; roof repairs, drywall, and plaster; metal work; masonry, concrete, block and brickwork; resilient and hard surface flooring; repair/replace doors and windows; cabinet, lock and hardware repair; plastic laminate work; suspended ceilings and insulation, painting and other surface treatments

• Maintain basic knowledge of plumbing, mechanical and HVAC systems as it relates to general maintenance and upkeep of the buildings

• Other related duties as assigned by the Director of Building & Grounds. The listing of the position duties/responsibilities does not necessarily include this position. Omission of specific duties does not preclude the assignment of other duties if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

• Coordinate with building leaders to organize special events and setups

• Supervise, evaluate and coordinate the work of staff

• Ensure cleaning procedures are followed

• Maintain a list of custodial equipment, ensure equipment is in good working order and forecast equipment replacement needs

• Coordinate support for facility rentals, ensuring that setups are complete for outside groups

Required Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:

Working Conditions:

• May be subject to being on-call

• Carry a cell phone or two-way device

• Work with hazardous materials

• Schedule changes based on the needs of the school

• Work extended hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency functions and events

• Required to work under adverse weather conditions and varying temperatures (indoor/outdoor)

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work safely from ladders, scaffolds and roofs

• Required to work in confined spaces, which may require extended periods of stooping, bending or kneeling and standing for long periods

• Involves a great deal of walking

• Ability to work outside during inclement weather conditions

• Must possess normal vision, hearing and physical dexterity

• Required to lift up to 50 pounds safely and be able to transport equipment (push and pull) including carts that may carry 400 pounds

Required:

• 4-6 years experience performing general maintenance

• Expert knowledge of building operations

• Ability to manage a team of employees and multiple projects

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and project management skills

• Customer service oriented

• Computer literacy (MS Word/Excel, work order track)

• Availability for scheduled and on-call work evenings and weekends

• High school graduate or equivalent

Preferred:

• Experience in supervision/proven skills

• Valid Minnesota driver's license/must pass DMV background check

• Working knowledge of construction materials and methods

Disclaimer: The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. The duties and responsibilities in this job description may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12, co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,331 bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages. Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically challenging education in a diverse and supportive community committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities, preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as community and global citizens. The school community is also guided by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.

The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a success. EOE

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From: The Blake School