Operations Engineer Chief, Class 4 (Custodian)
- Des Moines Public School District
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Full Time
The following vacancy exists in the Operations Department. Applications are being accepted from those who meet the selection protocol for Operations Engineer Chief.
To be considered for this position, applicants must meet the requirements of the position they are applying for as documented on the current job description.
Hiatt Middle School
Operations Engineer Chief Class 4
Monday - Friday
6am-2:30pm
Salary: $23.00/hour
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.
Required: 1. Three years of successful custodial experience 2.Two years of leadership experience
Applicants are subject to the following criteria:
Standard Interview selection process will apply for this posting. Not all qualified candidates are guaranteed an interview.
- Full time employees worked 12 months prior to the posting date of the position
- Must have ten (10) days or fewer of family/personal sick leave.
- Sick leave will be calculated based on the 12 previous months from the posting date for all employees.
- Authorized Unpaid Leave of Absences will not be taken off the record
- All authorized FMLA leave (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record
- All authorized Worker’s Comp (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record
- Must not have any “no call/no show” incidents during the past 12 months from the posting date.
- Must not have any unauthorized time during the past 12 months from the posting date.
- Must be in an active paid status from the beginning of the posting. Exceptions will be considered by the Director of Personnel.
- Evaluation: composite score of “meets” or better on the most recent evaluation. All staff must have one evaluation on file. If no evaluation is on file by the end of the previous academic year, it will be considered a meets evaluation.
- Discipline: no formal discipline during the past 12 months from the posting date for all employees.
- Seniority: if two or more employees have relatively equal qualifications, the employee with the greater seniority within the department or classification (depending on the position) will be given first consideration. Exceptions regarding department or classification seniority will be considered by the Director of Personnel.
You must apply online by July 5th 2025 to be considered.
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TITLE: Operations Engineer, Chief Class 4
DEPARTMENT : Custodial Services
REPORTS TO: Custodial Specialist, Building Administrator
RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Custodial Services
EVALUATES: None
POSITION INVENTORY: B22
POSTION TYPE: OPER
BARGAINING GROUP: AFSCME
FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt
FT/PT: Full time
DAYS: 260 Days HOURS: 8 Hour Day
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 position requirements will vary depending on the needs of the operations department.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assure cleanliness inside and outside the building/complex.
2. Order and manage sufficient supplies to properly maintain facility.
3. Ensure that preventative maintenance objectives and work tickets are completed
4. Assist custodial specialist in the preparation of work schedules for staff.
5. Perform tasks as assigned by the building administration in order to meet the unique needs of the building and its occupants.
6. Provide direction and coordination of custodial staff assigned to the building of facility.
7. Perform all cleaning tasks required to maintain the facility.
8. Collaborate with operations staff to ensure facility is properly heated, ventilated and maintained during night or day activities.
9. Provide leadership to ensure facility is secured each night to prevent loss of or damage to property, or failure of mechanical equipment.
10. 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.
- Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
- Assist with other duties as may be assigned.
HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Three years of successful custodial experience
- Two years of leadership experience
Skills and Abilities:
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office tools.
- Working knowledge of good housekeeping practices and procedures; ability to operate cleaning equipment.
- Working knowledge of broiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment.
- Leadership skills.
- Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor.
- Ability to demonstrate good judgment and promote spirit of cooperation with others.
PHYSICAL DEMAND:
FREQUENCY:
Standing
Constant 67%+
Walking
Constant 67%+
Sitting
Occasional 1% - 32%
Bending/Stooping
Frequent 33% - 66%
Reaching/Pushing/Pulling
Frequent 33% - 66%Climbing/Stairs
Frequent 33% - 66%
Driving
Occasional 1% - 32%
Lifting (50 lbs.)
Occasional 1% - 32%
Carrying (10 feet)
Occasional 1% - 32%
Manual Dexterity Tasks
Telephone
Frequent 33% - 66%
Computer
Frequent 33% - 66%
Other
Frequent 33% - 66%
Working Conditions
Inside
Frequent 33% - 66%
Outside
Frequent 33% - 66%
Extremes of Temperature/Humidity
Frequent 33% - 66%
All of the above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform any other job-related instructions as requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Approved By: EN Date: 04/2025