Facilities Operations Lead for School District

Mehlville R-9 School District; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mehlville R-9 School District is seeking an Assistant Director of Facilities in St. Louis, MO, for the 2026-2027 school year. This role supports maintenance, repair, and operations across district facilities and grounds.

Responsibilities include leading maintenance staffing, managing work orders, reviewing bids, and forecasting major asset replacements. A high school diploma plus asbestos awareness certification and 5+ years of management experience are required.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification in Asbestos Awareness Program.
• 5+ years of job-related experience including managerial experience.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates departmental activities in the absence of the Director.
• Assists with maintenance work order system and prioritizing tasks.
• Reviews vendor proposals and contracts, overseeing in the Director's absence.
• Maintains the District's 20-year Capital Improvement Plan and asset replacement cycles.
• Leads department meetings and ensures safety and operational briefing delivery.
• Oversees custodial scheduling and district-wide facilities operations.

Skills

Facilities management

Maintenance supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Asbestos Awareness Certification

Job description

Mehlville R-9 School District is seeking an Assistant Director of Facilities in St. Louis, MO, for the 2026-2027 school year. This role supports maintenance, repair, and operations across district facilities and grounds.

Responsibilities include leading maintenance staffing, managing work orders, reviewing bids, and forecasting major asset replacements. A high school diploma plus asbestos awareness certification and 5+ years of management experience are required.