Operations Engineer Chief, Class 2 - Park Avenue Elementary

Des Moines Public School District; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Des Moines Public School District at Park Avenue Elementary is seeking an Operations Engineer Chief, Class 2 to lead custodial staff during the 6:00 am to 2:30 pm shift. Responsibilities include ensuring clean facilities, coordinating staff, and maintaining safety and operations.

The role requires two years of custodial experience, strong communication, computer skills, and ability to operate cleaning equipment and building systems. Starting date is to be determined; salary is $23.15 per hour.

Qualifications

• Two years of custodial experience.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of a computer and Microsoft Office tools.
• Good housekeeping practices and ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• Working knowledge of boiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment.
• Leadership skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Ability to work with diverse teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead custodial staff and coordinate work schedules.
• Maintain inventories and supplies for the facility.
• Assist in preventive maintenance objectives.
• Assist in staff work schedule preparation.
• Perform tasks to meet building needs.
• Support annual performance evaluations for custodial staff.
• Carry out cleaning tasks to maintain the facility.
• Ensure proper heating, ventilation and building conditions.
• Provide leadership to secure the facility nightly.

Skills

Custodial lead

Communication

Computer skills

Housekeeping

Equipment operation

Geothermal systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Operations Engineer Chief, Class 2 - Park Avenue Elementary

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Job Details

Job ID: 5917631

Application Deadline: Sep 18, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Posted: Sep 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

TITLE: Operations Engineer Chief, Class 2

POSTION TYPE: OPER

LOCATION: Park Avenue Elementary

HOURS: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

SALARY: $23.15/hour

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS: Required: 1. Two years of custodial experience.

• 1. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• 2. Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office tools.
• 3. Working knowledge of good housekeeping practices and procedures; ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• 4. Working knowledge of broiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment.
• 5. Leadership skills.
• 6. Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor.
• 7. Ability to demonstrate good judgment and promote spirit of cooperation with others.
• 8. Competency working in a culturally diverse environment.

BASIC FUNCTION: Serve as lead custodial staff in assigned facilities. Responsibilities may include coordinating staff schedule; Maintaining inventories and supplies; Conducting basic building safety inspections; Providing maintenance and repair to equipment and building facilities; and performing custodial duties. The essential functions as shown below represent only the key areas of responsibility; Specific positions requirements will vary depending on the need operations department.

The Operations Engineer Chief directs the work of the custodial employees in the building and assures the performance of cleaning assignments, building maintenance, and safety requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assure cleanliness inside and outside the building/complex.
• Order and manage sufficient supplies to properly maintain facility.
• Assist custodial specialist to ensure that preventive maintenance objectives are achieved.
• Assist custodial specialist in the preparation of work schedules for staff.
• Perform tasks as assigned by the building administration in order to meet the unique needs of the building and its occupants.
• Assist the director of custodial services and custodial specialists in the annual performance evaluation of subordinate employees.
• Perform all cleaning tasks required to maintain the facility.
• Communicate with operations staff to ensure the facility is properly heated, ventilated and maintained during night or day activities.
• Provide leadership to ensure facility is secured each night to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.
• Carry out all policies and procedures as set forth for building personnel in operations.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (for every DMPS position):

• Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
• Maintain confidentiality.