Assistant Building Operations Supervisor

Serves as an assistant to the Building Operations Supervisor in the oversight and provision of building custodial services. Leads building service workers and others. Operates and maintains boilers, furnaces, air conditioning units, and related equipment. Performs various building custodial and maintenance duties. Performs other duties as assigned.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
 

• Leads and oversees the activities of building service workers. Trains and instructs employees. Provides advice and assistance to staff. Provides assistance to Building Operations Supervisors.
• Empties trash cans. Sweeps and mops floors. Cleans bathrooms. Dust mops hallways. Cleans and polishes desks, chairs, tables, cabinets, and office and classroom equipment.
• Operates the facility's HVAC equipment such as boilers, air handling units, heat pumps, and air conditioners. Inspects equipment. Checks boiler settings and gauges. Maintains records of equipment inspections, operations, and fuel consumption.
• Performs preventive maintenance and makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment. Changes filters. Greases pumps. Lubricates motors. Changes belts for exhaust fans.
• Responds to requests from building administrators/leaders and staff for custodial service And works with staff members to prepare for special activities. Informs management of custodial related matters at the site.
• Inspects the facility to ensure its adherence to safety, sanitary and security standards. Ensures doors and windows are secure.
• Unclogs sinks and toilets. Covers broken windows. Climbs ladders to replace light bulbs. Prepares work orders for building maintenance requests.
• Assists in the move of furniture and equipment. Unloads deliveries to the building. Carries items to storage areas. Distributes packages. Set ups folding chairs and tables for events.
• Maintains an inventory of supplies such as paper towels, tissues, trash bags, and cleaning supplies. Ensures bathrooms and locker rooms are stocked with supplies. Orders supplies.
• Participates in snow removal activities.
• OTHER DUTIES:
• Makes minor repairs to chairs, desks, tables, and related items.
• Hangs banners and signs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS


Education, Training, and Experience:
 

• Possession of a high school diploma or an appropriate equivalent.
• Two years of increasingly responsible building services experience.
• Note:Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience that provide the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively perform the duties of the class may be considered.

Licenses and Certifications
 

• Possession of a stationary engineer's license, issued by the Maryland State Board of Stationary Engineers, appropriate to the assignment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
 

• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and adjustment of boilers, pressure vessels, and facilities HVAC equipment. Knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial services. Knowledge of building operations, maintenance, and trades.
• Skill in performing building custodial duties. Skill in the operation, maintenance, and adjustment of boilers, pressure vessels, and facilities HVAC equipment. Skill in using chemical cleaning products. Skill in reading and interpreting product specifications, manuals, and directions. Skill in maintaining records and preparing reports. Skill in communicating effectively.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:
 

• The work of this class entails strenuous manual tasks performed for long periods of time. Work requires frequent walking, standing, climbing, stooping, bending, overhead work, and lifting and carrying of moderate to heavy objects. Requires the use of tools and cleaning equipment.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

Retirement and Benefits Eligibility

Eligible for the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System.

BCPS offers a comprehensive benefits program for eligible employees including options for medical plans, dental plans, vision, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, and 403(b)/457 plans.  Other benefits include paid holidays, sick, personal business, and bereavement days, and flexible leave options such as FMLA, sick bank, and board approved leaves. All new hires will attend a benefits meeting upon hire.
 
Visit the BCPS website for additional information about benefit plans for BCPS employees at
https://www.bcps.org/hr/compliance/benefits_and_retirement

Salary

GRADE: Grade 05 on the AFSCME Pay Scale  $18.98 to $28.61 per hour      

Visit the BCPS Office of Payroll website for additional information on pay scales, other compensation and leave accruals at https://www.bcps.org/fiscalservices/payroll.

This document describes the duties and responsibilities of a position.  It shall not be held to exclude duties not referenced nor limit the right of management to assign work to employees.

Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

Application Instructions
Please read and carefully follow the instructions provided below.

• Applicants are required to have a completed application on file for employment with Baltimore County Public Schools (BCPS).  Information on your resume and application must match. This information is necessary for salary determination should you receive an offer of employment.
• Professional references must be submitted to complete your application. Examples of professional references include current and former principals, supervisors, managers, mentor teachers and university/college supervisors. Personal references from colleagues, friends, community members, etc. will not be accepted.  
• Be sure to account for all periods of employment and unemployment.  Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application may result in your application not being considered.  A resume will not be the only document considered in determining your qualifications for a position. 
• You MUST attach your unofficial transcript(s) or license(s) to your application if you applying for a position as a teacher or position which requires Licensure/Certification.
• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.  An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• All persons employed by the Baltimore County Public Schools, regular and temporary, are required to be fingerprinted and have a criminal background investigation (per COMAR) completed. The fee charged for fingerprinting is $109.  An identification card will be issued which must be shown prior to employment.
• Anyone offered employment is required to provide proper identification and documentation of eligibility for employment in the US.
• If you have military experience you will be asked to provide a copy of DD214.
• Official transcripts for all higher education must be received prior to contract signing.
• Some positions will require employees to undergo a physical examination and/or drug testing.
• All newly hired personnel must attend a Badges and Benefits session.
• Additional job verification will be required for salary credit.

Contact Information
Office of Staffing
Phone: 443-809-7872
Email: supportstaffhr@bcps.org