Duties
Energy Management
A. Manages the Building Automation System and Energy Management System on a daily basis for operational efficiency and serves as the primary point of contact for building administrators.
B. Conducts routine audits (including off hours) of all buildings for preventative maintenance needs, energy usage, and potential savings opportunities, looking at chillers, boilers, AHUs, room temperatures, schedules, etc.
C. Works with District custodians in implementing the District’s energy management program.
D. Serves as the primary point of contact for HVAC (heating and cooling) complaints/concerns.
E. Assists with troubleshooting and guides the maintenance staff in repairing the HVAC system and components.
F. Collaborates with contractors, construction crews, and the Capital Projects design team on energy efficient systems.
G. Keeps the Director of Maintenance updated HVAC and energy management issues.
H. Enters monthly energy usage and cost from utility bills for District buildings into EnergyCap or other software that helps track utility use savings.
I. Provides updates on the energy program and makes energy management recommendations as requested.
J. Serves as the energy program liaison and to the Board of Education and District Leadership.
Facilities Maintenance & Safety
A. Utilizes the District’s facilities management platform to route, prioritize, and track work requests and preventive scheduled maintenance tasks; trains and monitors employees’ platform usage.
B. Assists with scheduling and assigning work for employees with a constant awareness of work priorities, crew and equipment availability, and weather conditions.
C. Schedules, supervises, and evaluates projects; monitors progress and meets established timelines.
D. Assists with and monitors special event preparations.
E. Maintains awareness of all upcoming and ongoing project needs and prioritizes resources accordingly.
F. Collaborates with other department supervisors, building principals, and other administrators to coordinate work activities with those of other departments.
G. Assists with establishing and enforcing operating procedures and work standards that ensure adequate performance and personnel safety.
H. Inspects for unsafe acts/conditions and identifies prompt corrective action to eliminate causes of accidents; follows up as required.
I. Assists with implementing the preventative maintenance program.
J. Assists with maintaining records, incorporates applicable information into site files, records cost data, and provides such reports as may be required relating to facilities.
K. Conducts periodic inspections of District buildings; meets with staff, Principals, and Supervisors to review concerns/issues and provide assistance.
L. Assists in investigating indoor air quality concerns from Unit 4 staff and helps remediate valid concerns.
M. Assists with the inspection of fire extinguishers and other safety equipment on a regularly scheduled basis.
N. Reviews status of Life Safety work.
O. Responds to emergency calls on a 24-hour basis and calls in other staff as necessary for response to same.
P. Assist with preparing documents/reports for and attending meetings of the Board of Education.
Collaboration with Others
A. Collaborates with others to establish bid specifications.
B. Provides input on the hiring of contractors to perform certain maintenance and repair services.
C. Meets or speaks with vendors or other company representatives to coordinate projects and/or purchases.
D. Assists with the development and administration of the budget for the Operations & Maintenance (Fund 20), Capital Improvement (Fund 60), and the Health/Life Safety (Fund 90) funds.
E. Meets with Supervisor, Chief Financial Officer, and Capital Projects team as necessary.
F. Leads or participates in District meetings and such other meetings as are required or appropriate.
Acting with Integrity, Fairness, and In an Ethical Manner
A. Models the attributes of an effective District leader, including demonstrating ethical actions, positive demeanor, collaborative working relationships, and a connection to community agencies that support schools.
B. Models a positive approach to interacting with all District staff.
C. Exercises confidentiality and good judgement in all aspects of work.
Other Responsibilities
A. Assists with the development of and complies with and monitors budgets relevant to the areas of supervision.
B. Complies with and ensures others comply with Federal, State, and local laws; regulations of the Illinois State Board of Education; and the District’s Board of Education Policies.
C. Develops department procedures and makes recommendations regarding District policies and negotiated agreements.
D. Implements the District's supervision and evaluation program for all designated staff.
E. Builds relationships with all staff members, promotes a team-oriented environment, and maintains high standards of accountability.
F. Develops and maintains successful, cooperative relationships with personnel, union leadership, and the general public.
G. Participates in professional growth opportunities (e.g., attends regional, state, and national professional conferences, reads professional publications, or enrolls in advanced courses).
H. Performs all other duties necessary to the position and such other duties as may be assigned.