Building Manager

JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Elementary in Goshen, Indiana seeks a Building Manager responsible for the safe, efficient operation and maintenance of the school building and grounds. This role supervises custodial staff, coordinates cleaning, outdoor projects and event preparations to ensure a well‑maintained facility.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, maintenance experience, and the ability to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders. A valid driver’s license and background check are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; maintenance or custodial experience.
• Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating, cooling and general maintenance procedures.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision and training of custodial personnel and set schedules.
• Perform minor tasks related to electrical, plumbing, temperature control and mechanical systems.
• Manage cleaning tasks to ensure a clean facility.
• Oversee outdoor projects like snow removal, mowing, grounds repairs and playground maintenance.
• Ensure all equipment and facilities are safe and well maintained.
• Perform security checks of the building, including weekend rotations.
• Coordinate facility prep for public events and rentals.

Skills

Supervising staff

Maintenance knowledge

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Driver’s license

Job description

Building Manager

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Job Details

Job ID: 5916188
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

***This position has an approximate start date of 10/5/26.***

JOB GOALS:Responsible for the overall safe, efficient, and economical operation and maintenance of the school building and grounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned:

• Provide direct supervision and training of all other custodial personnel, including the setting of schedules, other custodial work tasks, and the evaluation process of each employee under your supervision in cooperation with the Director of Buildings and Grounds and the Building Principal.
• Perform or cause to be performed minor tasks related to the complete operation of the electrical, plumbing, temperature control and of the mechanical systems.
• Perform or assign to other custodial personnel, all tasks related to the entire cleaning responsibilities necessary to assure a clean facility.
• Perform or cause to be performed all outdoor projects such as some snow removal, mowing, trimming, grounds repairs, playground equipment repair and maintenance, and playground inspections.
• Ensure that all equipment and facilities are kept in safe efficient operating condition.
• Provide security and general condition checks of the building. Weekend security checks of all school buildings will be shared on a rotating basis with other head custodians.
• Make arrangements for the preparation of the facilities for public functions or for approved rental use and arrange for a custodial employee to be present during such use.
• Complete other tasks as assigned by the Building Principal or Director of Buildings and Grounds.
• Order all custodial and basic maintenance supplies subject to the approval of the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Other custodial personnel assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

As a minimum – high school diploma or GED; maintenance or custodial experience; knowledge and basic skills in the area of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, heating, cooling and general maintenance procedures. Must be able to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders. Must have management and organizational abilities; good judgment, concern for orderliness and detail. A pleasant personality is a must, ability to work with people; good work habits; positive attitude, loyalty and well-kept appearance. Must be able to pass a post offer, pre-hire employment physical. Must also be able to ascend heights up to 35 feet for duties such as changing light bulbs and cleaning.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All applicants must pay for and pass a background check.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); one to three months related

experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:

Valid state driver’s license – operator permit.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence and effectively present information.

MATHEMATICAL SKILL:

Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

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 regularly required to stand; walk; use hand to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear; and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Twelve-month position. Salary and benefits as per Classified Policy. Forty hours per week. Additional hours per the request and approval of the Director of Buildings and Grounds.

EVALUATION:

To be conducted by, or under the direction of, the Director of Buildings and Grounds and the Building Principal, utilizing a format of their choice accordance with Board policy and administrative guidelines.

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $22.39 to $26.07 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dana Clark
• 56853 Northridge Drive
• Middlebury, Indiana 46540
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]