Physical Plant and Equipment Levy Project Leader

Title of Immediate Supervisor:

 Director of Operations

Department:

Operations

FLSA Status:   (select one)

Exempt       Non-Exempt

Accountable For (Job Titles):

None

Pay Grade Assignment:

General Summary or Purpose of Job:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES (These duties are a representative sample; position assignments and duties may vary.)  The information contained in this job description is in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individual holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

 Salary--step on salary schedule will be determined by experience (minimum $45,000)

-      Assist in developing PPEL project priorities and responsible for oversight implementation of projects such as roofs, tuck pointing, parking lots, sidewalks, playgrounds, athletic fields, painting, flooring, ceilings, etc.

-    Collaborate with architects, engineers and local officials to effectively plan projects

-      Attend and assist in facilitation of construction meetings    Develop and implement programs to continuously improve costs, quality and service    

-    Maintain project management software to track work orders and projects

-    Determine, implement and monitor work load scheduling

-    Recommends appropriate, cost effective staffing ratios

-    Participate in the preparation and management of line item budgets as related to operation and maintenance of plant facilities

-    Allocates, monitors and adjusts budget appropriately for PPEL expenses

-    Selects and oversees contractors and negotiates pricing per district, state & federal regulations

-    Provides cost-benefit analysis for PPEL projects as requested

-    Coordinates district projects with maintenance supervisor and LOSST project leader to ensure appropriate communication

-    Responsible for compliance and documentation with OSHA & EPA regulations including IAQ

-    Establish and monitor procedures for equipment preventative maintenance, repairs and replacement schedule

-    Prepares bids/quotes for all PPEL equipment purchases

-    Conduct periodic visits to all district buildings

-    Develops specifications for PPEL projects

-    Assist in PPEL and LOSST project planning, bidding and implementation within his jurisdiction

-    Responsible for modifying and developing computer aided drafting documents (CAD)

-    Responsible for overseeing life safety repairs and upgrades

-      Responsible for overseeing compliance with all state, federal and local building codes including Underground Storage Tanks, asbestos, lead and documentation

-    Responsible for overseeing fuel purchases and equipment

-    Assist with YMCA improvements

-    Assist in developing and implementing safety and security systems

-    Responsible for ADA documentation and improvement projects

-    Maintains confidentiality and exercises discretion when working with confidential information

-    Serves as after hours contact person for emergencies

Minimum Qualifications:  (necessary qualifications to gain entry into the job not preferred or desirable qualifications)

High School graduate with additional training in trade school or college engineering

Familiarity with terminology of building trade crafts

Experience working with unions

Experience with basic computer applications including Microsoft Office, email, spread sheets, including CAD, etc.

Ability to become certified in duties associated with environmental compliance

Certification or Licensing Requirements:  (prior to job entry)

None

Physical Requirements:   Indicate according to the requirements of the essential duties / responsibilities.

Employee is required to:

Never

1-33% Occasionally

34-66% Frequently

66-100% Continuously

Stand

            X

Walk

            X

Sit

            X

Use hands dexterously (use fingers to handle, feel)

            X

Reach with hands and arms

            X

Climb or balance

            X

Stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl

            X 

Talk and hear

              X

Taste and smell

              X

Lift & Carry:                                                 Up to 10 lbs.

            X

Up to 25 lbs.

            X

Up to 50 lbs.

            X 

Up to 100 lbs.

             X

More than 100 lbs.

    X

General Environmental Conditions:  The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made too enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  The position requires the commitment of professional working hours that may require the employee to extend beyond a typical 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. workday.  The employee will frequently work in different areas of the classroom including in/at desks, on or near the floor, standing, in movement while supervising indoor and outdoor activities, etc. The employee will usually work in indoor temperatures but will work outdoors or when supervising students outside of the classroom.

General Physical Conditions:    The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle and/or feel objects, tools or controls; talk and hear.  The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and forward 0 -24 inches and on occasion up to 36 inches.   The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp items.  The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds 0 - 12 feet and occasionally up to 20 feet, such as curriculum materials, desks, chairs, and boxes.  The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables and carts. 

Vision Requirements:   Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus while supervising students and working with computers, written materials, reports, assessment data, etc.      

The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, or disability.