Middle School Building Plant Operator

Anchorage-School-District; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Anchorage School District is seeking a diligent Middle School Building Plant Operator to maintain clean and functional school facilities. The role includes supervising an assistant, keeping records, and assisting with setup for meetings and events.

It offers a stable 11-month schedule and benefits under a Local 71 bargaining unit. Qualifications include a high school diploma and several years of maintenance experience; lifting up to 50 pounds and independent work are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years related work may be considered in lieu.
• Three years of semi-skilled maintenance and/or custodial work.
• Must have the ability to reach with hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of building plant operator positions.
• Ability to work independently and to follow instructions outlined in the Custodian's Guide.
• Ability to use common electrical cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to make minor maintenance repairs to the building and to equipment.
• Ability to accept and perform special assignments efficiently without supervision.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare written reports.
• Ability to supervise the activities of and to direct the work of an assistant.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty members, administrators, and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual work.

Responsibilities

• Participates in cleaning and minor maintenance activities.
• Supervises the activities and work of an assistant.
• Opens school plant and checks for vandalism.
• Checks heating and electrical equipment and facilities.
• Performs minor repairs of windows, plumbing, lockers, pencil sharpeners, and similar items.
• Checks in school and custodial supplies.
• Inspects school plant for proper maintenance, health, and safety conditions.
• Promptly reports to Operations any and all custodial equipment needing repairs.
• Sets up rooms for meetings and other special events held at the school and arranges for proper equipment and facilities.
• Keeps records and submits reports on supplies, equipment, and similar matters.
• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment.
• Sweeps walkways, shovels snow, maintains building grounds and courts, and mows and waters lawns.
• Sweeps and buffs hallways and maintains general cleanliness of the school during the day.

Skills

Physical stamina

Record keeping

Independent work

Ability to supervise

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical cleaning equipment

Maintenance hand tools

Job description

Middle School Building Plant Operator

• Date Posted: 7/28/2026
• Location: MIRROR LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Bargaining Unit: Local 71
Work Year: 11 months
Work Day: 8 hours per day
FTE: Full time, 1.0 FTE
Salary: C-4 step 1,$22.33 per hour

Job Summary

The Middle School Building Plant Operator maintains cleanliness and repair of middle school buildings in the Anchorage School District. In addition, the BPO supervises an assistant, maintains records, and assists in setup for meetings and special events. The position has a retirement association with the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent. Two years of related work experience may be considered in lieu of the education requirement.
• Three years of semi-skilled maintenance and/or custodial work.
• Must have the ability to reach with hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Knowledge of building plant operator positions.
• Ability to work independently and to follow instructions outlined in the Custodian's Guide.
• Ability to use common electrical cleaning equipment safely and effectively.
• Ability to make minor maintenance repairs to the building and to equipment.
• Ability to accept and perform special assignments efficiently without supervision.
• Ability to keep accurate records and prepare written reports.
• Ability to supervise the activities of and to direct the work of an assistant.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty members, administrators, and the public.
• Ability to perform heavy manual work.

Essential Job Functions

• Participates in cleaning and minor maintenance activities.
• Supervises the activities and work of an assistant.
• Opens school plant and checks for vandalism.
• Checks heating and electrical equipment and facilities.
• Performs minor repairs of windows, plumbing, lockers, pencil sharpeners, and similar items.
• Checks in school and custodial supplies.
• Inspects school plant for proper maintenance, health, and safety conditions.
• Promptly reports to Operations any and all custodial equipment needing repairs.
• Sets up rooms for meetings and other special events held at the school and arranges for proper equipment and facilities.
• Keeps records and submits reports on supplies, equipment, and similar matters.
• Moves and arranges furniture and equipment.
• Sweeps walkways, shovels snow, maintains building grounds and courts, and mows and waters lawns.
• Sweeps and buffs hallways and maintains general cleanliness of the school during the day.

Physical /Mental Demands

The physical demands of this job require frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking and hearing. Specific visual abilities are also required. The employee is regularly required to reach with his/her hands and arms and occasionally lift items weighing less than 40 lbs. Additionally, the employee must be able to understand vague and implicit instructions, be able to readily recall facts and details, handle conflict and make effective decisions under pressure. The employee must have the ability to effectively manage the stress of working with students, parents, and other employees representing diverse cultures, personalities, and work styles in a dynamic work environment.

The Anchorage School District (ASD) employees must possess the ability to read and write in English. This also includes the ability to communicate in English with school staff, co-workers, and the public; as well as have the ability to comprehend and carry out oral and written directions and understand and follow English instructions and written documents.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check. For certificated positions, this is in addition to the background check conducted through the certification process with the Alaska State Department of Education and Early Development (DEED).

This position may be required to work in ASD facilities on the military installations (JBER). Please visit the government REAL ID website for additional information.

The Anchorage School District is committed to providing reasonable accommodations, according to applicable state and federal laws, to all individuals with a qualified physical or mental disability.

The Anchorage School District is an equal employment opportunity employer.