Director of School Facilities & Operations

Wyalusing Area School District; Wyalusing (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Wyalusing Area School District is seeking a Director of Facilities to oversee contracts, vendor management, and all aspects of campus maintenance. You will supervise cleaning, maintenance, grounds, and capital projects to keep buildings safe and ready for students.

The role requires knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, plus experience managing budgets and working with multiple stakeholders, including the Board and Superintendent.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities management, building maintenance, construction, or related field; public-sector experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, building controls, and fire and life-safety systems.
• Experience managing contractors and budgets, and knowledge of public bidding and COSTARS.
• Strong communication, organization, collaboration and problem-solving skills.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Pennsylvania State Police criminal history, Child Abuse History, and FBI fingerprint clearances on file before employment.

Responsibilities

• Manage and serve as the primary contact for all contracts for vendor services, including custodial, maintenance, grounds, mowing, and snow removal.
• Direct daily maintenance, repairs, improvements, cleanliness, and housekeeping of district facilities, including HVAC, boilers, electrical, plumbing, and generators.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and set maintenance schedules, including long-range planning and regular walk-throughs of buildings and grounds.
• Liaise with contractors: request/approve bids, manage contract progress, work with construction managers, architects, and engineers on capital/site projects.
• Act as purchasing agent for operational materials: secure bids and pricing, interview vendors, secure quotes, authorize purchases, and recommend minor/capital expenses.
• Prepare and coordinate bid packages with the Business Manager for maintenance equipment, materials, and services.
• Assume legal and financial oversight for all projects involving subcontractors.
• Assist with budget development and long-range planning for buildings, grounds, maintenance, and personnel, reporting to Superintendent and Board's Buildings and Grounds Committee.
• Ensure compliance with all annual inspections related to the operation of the District, and serve on the Safety Committee.
• Stay knowledgeable of DEP air quality requirements and DEP/PDE water requirements.
• Coordinate facility use for athletics, community groups, and District events.
• Respond to facility emergencies, including after hours.

Skills

Facilities management

Contract management

Budget management

HVAC knowledge

Public-sector experience

Driver's license

Clearances on file

Tools

COSTARS knowledge

Job description

Wyalusing Area School District is seeking a Director of Facilities to oversee contracts, vendor management, and all aspects of campus maintenance. You will supervise cleaning, maintenance, grounds, and capital projects to keep buildings safe and ready for students.

The role requires knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and life-safety systems, plus experience managing budgets and working with multiple stakeholders, including the Board and Superintendent.