Head Building Engineer

USD 265 - Goddard Public Schools; Thurrock; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly rate

Sick and vacation day allowances

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive district benefits

Job summary

Goddard USD 265 is seeking a Head Building Engineer to oversee maintenance, operations, and custodial services across school facilities. This role will coordinate building-level maintenance and supervise custodial staff to ensure a safe, clean educational environment.

The position supports current Building Engineers and prepares you to be the next Head Building Engineer, with responsibilities across heating, cooling, plumbing, and AV systems, along with safety inspections and staff training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 3–5 years in custodial and maintenance work.
• Valid Kansas driver's license.
• 16 hours of asbestos training.
• Computer literacy for operating automated building systems.
• Strong leadership and training skills.
• Ability to perform plumbing and electrical system maintenance.
• Knowledge of chemical mixing and cleaning procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate custodial personnel, assigning and inspecting work to meet district standards.
• Manage building maintenance, including heating, cooling, plumbing, and audio-visual systems.
• Perform and oversee minor repairs, equipment maintenance, and safety inspections.
• Train and lead custodial staff in proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and equipment usage.
• Coordinate pest control, supply management, and emergency maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations.
• Operate and maintain various custodial and maintenance equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Supervising custodial staff

Building systems

Safety compliance

Plumbing & electrical

Asbestos training

Computer literacy

Scheduling flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Kansas driver's license

Tools

Building automation systems

Job description

Head Building Engineer (12 month, 40 plus hours/week) Floating

Position:**Goddard USD 265 is seeking a skilled and experienced Head Building Engineer to oversee maintenance, operations, and custodial services across our school facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating building-level maintenance, supervising custodial staff, and ensuring a safe, clean, and well-maintained educational environment.

This position will support the current Building Engineers and be next in line to be a Head Building Engineer.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate custodial personnel, assigning and inspecting work to meet district standards
• Manage building maintenance, including heating, cooling, plumbing, and audio-visual systems
• Perform and oversee minor repairs, equipment maintenance, and safety inspections
• Train and lead custodial staff in proper cleaning techniques, safety procedures, and equipment usage
• Coordinate pest control, supply management, and emergency maintenance
• Ensure compliance with safety codes and regulations
• Operate and maintain various custodial and maintenance equipment

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 3-5 years of experience in custodial and maintenance work
• Valid Kansas driver's license
• 16 hours of asbestos training
• Computer literacy for operating automated heating, cooling, and building systems
• Strong leadership and training skills
• Ability to perform plumbing and electrical system maintenance
• Knowledge of chemical mixing and cleaning procedures

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in various environmental conditions
• Mobility to access remote building areas, climb ladders, and navigate tight spaces
• Capacity to lift, push, and pull heavy equipment
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including overtime as needed

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate
• Sick and vacation day allowances
• Professional development opportunities
• Comprehensive district benefits package

Work Schedule

• Up to 40 hours per week
• Flexible scheduling based on facility needs
• Potential overtime and emergency response requirements

Goddard USD 265 is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time