Supervisor of Building Operations

Job Description:

Supervisor of Building Operations

Description

Position Type:
Administrative/Management/Supervisor, Building Operations

Date Posted:
3/3/2026

Location:
Facilities Management

Closing Date:
03/10/2026

Supervisor of Building Operations
Facilities Management
40hours per week/52weeks a year
6:00am-2:30pm
Non Certified Business: Class VII: $1,377-$1,546 per week

Coordinates and oversees the District's custodial, environmental, energy, and operations services and internal building and external grounds maintenance. General supervision is provided to approximately sixty employees responsible for cleaning, building system operations, and performing general building maintenance, preventative maintenance, heating and ventilation repairs, as well as the day-to-day energy efficient operation of schools and support facilities, totaling about 2,170,000 square feet. This position also provides direct supervision to all staff including lead positions. This position includes responsibilities for both indoor and exterior environments, as well as conducting these tasks listed in a safe and proper manner. This position provides a shared 24/7/365 role to ensure safety, security, and preservation of District Property.

Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a minimum of a baccalaureate degree in construction management, engineering, industrial technology or a closely-related field and at least five years of progressively responsible experience in the supervision of employees engaged in the care, cleaning, operations, maintenance and utilization of a large physical plant preferably in a school district; or an equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Certification of Licensing Requirements (prior to job entry)
State of Minnesota Chief C Engineer License (Preferred)
National Swimming Foundation Certified Pool License (required within 6 months of hire)
Certified Plant Supervisor (Association of Facilities Engineers (AFE))
Required 6 months of hire Certified Plant Engineer (AFE) (Preferred)

Knowledge Requirements:

• Principles, methods and materials used in building operations as well as applicable codes, laws and regulations.
• General knowledge of labor agreements, payroll procedures, licensing requirements, and assessment of employee abilities.
• Energy conservation measures, procedures and equipment relating to electrical power, heat generation systems, water, sewer and refuse removal.
• Computerized data management and operational control systems, including Excel, Internet, Filemaker, BAS systems, and MicroSoft Office Suite.
• Chemicals used for cleaning, pest control.
• Good general knowledge of HVAC systems, pools, boilers, pumps, hot water heating systems, and displacement ventilation, school related equipment and machines

Additional Information:
This position is in the Non-Certificed Business Unit and follows the salary schedule listed in Collective Bargaining Agreement.

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:

Medical/Prescription Drug Plan with Health Reimbursement Arrangement:

• Single Coverage District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually
• Family Coverage District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annually

Dental Plan:

• Single Coverage District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)
• Family Coverage District pays 25% of Premium

Life Insurance:

• District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost, employee may purchase supplemental life insurance

Long Term Disability:

• District-provided at no cost to employee

Flexible Spending Accounts:

• Employees may elect to contribute on a pre-tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts

Retirement:

• The District contributes 7.25% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association pension plan
• Employees may also elect to participate in Tax-Shelter Annuity options.

Time Off:

• Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.

Contact Information:
If you have any questions please contact via email at [email protected] or call 218-336-8722

Attachment(s):

• Sup Building Operations.pdf

Salary:

USD 1,377.00 - 1,546.00 per week