Senior Engineer: Facilities (7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.)

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Senior Engineer: Facilities

Job Summaryjob Summary

Operates the boiler(s) and maintains a variety of mechanical equipment such as heating, ventilating and/or air-conditioning apparatus at an assigned secondary school facility. Responsible for maintaining sanitary, security, and safety standards through planning and overseeing the general cleaning and operation of the facility. Based on assigned location, driving may be required to accomplish specific tasks at that location.

Additional Work Days/Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Emergencies
• Inclement weather conditions
• Overtime as needed
• Summer hours
  
  

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Makes minor repairs and emergency repairs and adjustments such as cleaning clogged plumbing fixtures and replacing electric bulbs, ballasts, and fuses.
• Prepares the facility to open by inspecting facility and grounds to ensure maintenance, safety, sanitary, and security standards have been met.
• Operates boiler and maintains all types of mechanical equipment in the facility including checking and logging readings from gauges for proper functioning of all aspects of boiler operations; checks water level or steam pressure to ensure safe operation; and performs all safety checks (blowing down of boilers, testing safety valves).
• Maintains records of area inspections, training, inventory, and equipment repairs.
• Performs preventive maintenance on all equipment including adjusting belts, changing filters, and checking for clogged drains on the roof. Inspects roof top units and exhaust fans and services if needed.
• Oversees, plans, assigns, and instructs custodians on cleaning procedures and proper use of supplies and equipment as established by Operations.
• Supervises and participates in the snow removal program as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.
  
  

Experience

• Five (5) years building mechanical equipment service or operator experience required;
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities deemed sufficient to prepare the employee to successfully perform the duties of the position.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve by effectively identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving issues.
• Demonstrated organizational skills for effective time management, task prioritization, and efficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership skills that motivate and guide co-workers toward achieving goals.
• Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations by assessing situation and quickly contacting Administrator and Operations management.
• Ability to safely use and operate genie lift; training provided if necessary.
• Ability to train co-workers and foster a team environment.
• Ability to read and interpret, diagrams, sketches, blueprints, manufactures manuals, drawings, specifications and work orders.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. E-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment tool, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Upon hire, 4th Grade Stationary Engineer License issued by Maryland Board of Stationary Engineers required; or
• Successful completion of Introduction to Operations Equipment & Plant Procedures Course and Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• First available after appointment Introduction to Operations Equipment & Plant Procedures Course and Certificate issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; and
• Successful completion of Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; or
• First available after appointment Leadership Training or Certificate Course issued by AACPS or equivalent outside course required; and
• Based on assignment, Driver's License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Proof of a good driving record required.
  
  

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle
  
  

LEADERSHIP ROLE

Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities

• Trains employees.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records.
• Provides feedback to assist the supervisor’s assessment of the employee’s performance.
• Plans the work.
• Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use.
• Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead.
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions 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.

Physical Demands

• Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Talking: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Driving: under 1/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.
  
  

Vision

The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• No special vision requirements
  
  

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time
  
  

Exposure

• Outdoor weather conditions: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: under 1/3 percent of the time up to 40 feet on vertical ladder/scaffolding
• Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time
  
  

Noise Level

• Moderate: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
  
  

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 50 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time
  
  

Travel Requirements

• 5% monthly day travel within the county to meet specific needs at an assigned location.
  
  

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.
  
  

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 12/1/2024 Established Date: 1/1/1993 Title Code: E44558 Title: ENGINEER SENIOR: FACILITIES Alternate Title: Senior Engineer: Facilities Reports to Generic: Manager;Principal Reports to Specific:

ORGANIZATION

Division: Operations Business Unit: Facilities Department: Operations & Logistics Support Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG12;AG13 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME) Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Trades, Crafts and Labor Sub-Function: Structural Systems

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