Director of Maintenance

Waller Independent School District

Waller (TX)

On-site

USD 115,000 - 162,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Waller Independent School District in Waller, Texas seeks a Director of Maintenance to lead custodial and maintenance operations across the district, ensuring safe, clean, and functional facilities for students.

The role requires managing staff, preventative maintenance programs, budgets, and compliance with health and safety regulations, with 261 annual work days and a starting date immediately.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree preferred
Three years' supervisory experience in maintenance operations
Five years' experience in maintaining a large plant or building

Responsibilities

Direct and manage custodial and maintenance operations of the district.
Receive and process work orders for repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for custodial and maintenance operations.
Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for bids.
Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program for all areas of maintenance by doing regular checkups, cleaning, and parts replacements ahead of time to prevent equipment from breaking down unexpectedly.
Develop a long range facility plan for repair and replacements.
Conduct routine inspections of facilities/equipment to find early signs of wear, damage, leaks, lagging performance, or safety risks.
Provide emergency response and handle urgent, high-risk failures right away to protect people and to stop major property damage.
Supervise and evaluate performance of all staff assigned to the maintenance department.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Budgeting

Staff supervision

Blueprints

Communication

Data interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Director of Maintenance

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Job Details

Job ID: 5876439

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Director of Maintenance

Wage/Hour Status: Exempt

Reports to: Chief Facilities & Operations Officer

Pay Grade: Admin PG 7

Dept./School: Maintenance

Date Revised: 8/3/2026

Annual Work Days: 261

Primary Purpose: Direct and manage maintenance and district's custodial operations and procedures. Maintain a physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that facilities are fully utilized for their intended educational purpose. Provide students with a physical learning environment that is safe, clean, attractive, and functional. Manage maintenance staff, budget for preventative maintenance, and maintain compliance with health and safety regulations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification: Bachelor's degree preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of basic principles of construction, school plant maintenance, and custodial operations
Strong comprehensive technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
Ability to develop and manage budget
Ability to supervise, train, and evaluate maintenance and custodial personnel
Ability to design and execute preventative maintenance programs and long range facility plans
Ability to coordinate district functions
Ability to implement policy and procedures
Ability to interpret data
Ability to read blueprints and schematics
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience:

Three years' supervisory experience in maintenance operations
Five years' experience in maintaining a large plant or building

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Building Maintenance and Repair

Direct and manage custodial and maintenance operations of the district.
Receive and process work orders for repair and maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Develop and maintain written departmental procedures for custodial and maintenance operations.
Prepare plans and specifications for contracted repair work and site improvement for submission to the purchasing department for bids.
Develop and execute a preventative maintenance program for all areas of maintenance by doing regular checkups, cleaning, and parts replacements ahead of time to prevent equipment from breaking down unexpectedly.
Develop a long range facility plan for repair and replacements.
Conduct routine inspections of facilities/equipment to find early signs of wear, damage, leaks, lagging performance, or safety risks.
Provide emergency response and handle urgent, high-risk failures right away to protect people and to stop major property damage.
Provide operational support by helping with daily needs, user requests, and general upkeep (basic adjustments to comfort systems)

Policy, Reports, and Law

Implement federal and state law, State Board of Education rule, and local board policy in the maintenance area.
Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required in the maintenance area.
Prepare data necessary to process maintenance payroll.

Budget and Inventory

Develop, manage, and track annual operating and capital improvement budgets
Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed prudently.
Compile budgets and cost estimates based on documented program/facility needs for equipment updates, repairs, and preventative maintenance.
Develop and oversee inventory and stock control management programs for equipment and supplies for timely replacements and repairs.
Initiate purchase orders and bids in accordance with budgetary limitations and district policies.
Approve and forward invoices and purchase orders for the maintenance department to the accounting department.
Recommend disposal of obsolete furniture & equipment and purchase replacement equipment when necessary.

Personnel/Team Management

Create schedules for maintenance staff
Provide corrective maintenance by assigning work to maintenance personnel and oversee completion in a timely fashion.
Prepare, review, and revise job descriptions in the maintenance department.
Evaluate job performance of employees to ensure effectiveness.
Recruit, train, and supervise maintenance personnel and make sound recommendations about personnel placement, transfer, retention, and dismissal.

Safety

Maintain safety standards in conformance with federal, state, and insurance regulations and develop a program of preventive safety for the department.
Ensure that equipment is maintained in operating and optimum condition.

Other

Perform disaster duty when needed.
Attend professional growth activities to keep abreast of innovative techniques in maintenance operations.
Respond to after hours emergencies as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Supervise and evaluate performance of all staff assigned to the maintenance department.

General Employee Requirements:

Quality of Work - complete assignments meeting quality standards, to include accuracy, neatness, thoroughness and adherence to standards and safety rules.
Quantity of Work - demonstrate the ability to manage several responsibilities simultaneously, perform work in a productive and timely manner, and meet work schedules.
Work Habits - display a positive, cooperative attitude toward work assignments, working diligently to accomplish tasks assigned.
Communication - communicate in a positive manner with others, to include listening and responding appropriately, expressing ideas orally and in writing in a manner that helps build a positive climate for the organization.
Dependability - adhere to time frames, monitor projects and exercise follow-through, be on time for meetings and appointments, and respond appropriately to instructions and procedures.
Cooperation - work well with co-workers and supervisors as a contributing team member, demonstrate consideration of and maintain rapport with others, and help others willingly.
Initiative - seek and assume greater responsibility, monitor projects independently as required, and follow through appropriately.
Adaptability - adjust well to any change in duties, procedures, supervisors or work environment, accept new ideas and approaches to work, and respond appropriately to constructive criticism and suggestions for work improvement.
Judgment - effectively analyze problems, determine appropriate action for solutions, and use logical thinking to exhibit timely and decisive action.
Attendance - attend work on a consistent basis, taking care to consider the use and number of absences in accordance with policy so that the organization is not negatively impacted.
Punctuality - arrive to work and depart from work according to department and district requirements

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; district vehicle

Posture: Prolonged sitting; frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; may work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding; regular grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Regular moderate lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds); occasional heavy lifting (45 pounds and over)

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $115,448 to $161,754 Per Year

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