Sr. Facilities Inspector - 1st Shift

Baltimore County Public Schools; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 42,250 - 63,769; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County Public Schools is seeking a Facilities Inspector/Project Coordinator to oversee maintenance, renovations, and capital improvement projects across BCPS properties. You will coordinate contractors, schedule inspections, and ensure work meets standards.

Responsibilities include preparing materials specs, reviewing proposals, tracking budgets, and generating reports. A high school diploma and 5 years' experience are required; a Maryland Class C driver's license is also needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of experience in maintenance inspection and/or contract management.
• Valid Class C Maryland driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Inspects and oversees the work of assorted contractor trades at various sites and coordinates scheduling with staff and agencies.
• Ensures contracted work meets standards, reviews progress reports, and documents findings with recommendations.
• Prepares project documents, materials specs, and scope of work; reviews proposals and designs.
• Tracks budgets, maintains records, and reconciles fiscal information for projects.
• Leads projects from inception to completion and represents BCPS at progress meetings.

Skills

Project management

Contract management

Contract review

Reading blueprints

Budget tracking

PC literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Under general supervision, inspects and oversees the inspection of various maintenance, preventative maintenance, and assorted repairs at Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS) properties. Oversees, leads, and coordinates the work of contractors, facilities inspectors, mechanics, and others involved in building systems maintenance, building renovation, and capital improvement projects. Conducts continuous condition assessments of buildings and equipment to ensure reliability of building systems.

Responsibilities

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

• Inspects and oversees the work of assorted contractor trades at various sites. Coordinates the scheduling of work and inspections with contractors, school staff, in-house personnel, and other agencies. Provides on-site direction to contractors to resolve issues occurring with projects.
• Identifies and authorizes facility repairs not accomplished under routine or preventive maintenance. Ensures that contracted work complies with established standards, specifications, contracts, and codes. Reviews reports of projects’ progress. Prepares reports documenting deferred maintenance findings, material and labor estimates, and recommended corrective action.
• Prepares project documents including materials specifications, plans, drawings, and scope of work documents. Collaborates with engineering staff regarding project designs. Reviews, analyzes, and comments on proposals.
• Prepares, coordinates, records, and submits reports, and assists in the preparation of reports. Provides advice and guidance regarding the modification, troubleshooting, repairs, and maintenance on a wide variety of technical equipment. Assists with the development of work plans and schedules.
• Facilitates projects from inception to completion. Serves as the BCPS representative at progress meetings. Assists with bid packages. Attends and may participate in pre-bid meetings, pre-construction meetings, and similar events. Meets with contractors to resolve issues arising in the process.
• Issues release numbers and tracks expenditures related to the budget. Maintains records and files. Reviews work orders, documents, records, and reports for accuracy. Provides necessary information to reconcile and close out fiscal records.
• Operates various types of testing equipment. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education, Training, and Experience
Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent. Five years of experience in maintenance inspection and/or contract management of maintenance projects.

Licenses and Certifications
Possession of a valid class C Maryland driver's license or equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable electrical, mechanical, life safety, and building codes. Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in building maintenance and construction. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of construction project management.
• Skill in the inspection of projects. Skill in managing contracts. Skill in overseeing the work of contractors and in-house staff. Skill in reading contracts. Skill in the use of personal computers or laptops and the ability to access appropriate programs to complete work assignments. Skill in maintaining records.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to communicate effectively. Ability to research information using books, reports, blueprints, internet, etc.

Citizenship, residence, or work visa in the United States required.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

• The work requires travel to construction sites throughout Baltimore County. Duties may entail heavy physical labor in building repair, maintenance, and construction. May entail climbing scaffolds, ladders, and catwalks, and entering confined spaces to access inspection areas.

Benefits and Additional Information

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and retirement plans. Benefits and leave options include sick, paid holidays, personal leave, bereavement, and FMLA. New hires attend a benefits and retirement orientation.

Salary: Grade 11 - AFSCME Pay Scale; $30.67 - $46.29 hourly base pay. This rate is subject to AFSCME/MOU terms and may include shift differential and longevity where applicable. For more information on pay scales and leave accruals, see the BCPS payroll resources.

Conditions of Employment

Positions designated as Essential-As-Needed Personnel may be required to work during adverse weather or emergencies. Employment may involve being called to duty with little or no advance notice. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt.