DeKalb County School District · 2 days ago
Area Middle School _ Plant Engineer (Cedar Grove Middle School) 2025-2026
Decatur, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expDeKalb County School District is seeking a Plant Engineer for Cedar Grove Middle School who will ensure the cleanliness, safety, and functionality of educational facilities. The role involves performing maintenance tasks, overseeing custodial staff, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Primary/Secondary Education
Responsibilities
Inspect and maintain building areas to ensure cleanliness, safety, and functionality, including conducting routine checks on mechanical systems such as air conditioning, plumbing, and lighting
Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on building systems and equipment; adjust operations as necessary for proper function
Oversee custodial and maintenance staff by providing training and supervision, ensuring teamwork, and fostering independence in task completion
Manage work orders efficiently; conduct thorough building inspections to assess repair or maintenance needs; prioritize tasks based on urgency
Monitor supply levels closely; order new materials when needed; handle inventory management effectively to avoid shortages or excesses
Ensure compliance with all safety standards by inspecting fire extinguishers and other safety equipment regularly to maintain a secure environment
Communicate effectively with team members across departments for coordination purposes; manage email correspondence promptly for operational management
May recommend process improvements that contribute to the efficiency of the maintenance operations within the organization's framework
Anticipate tasks based on defined processes and timelines
Perform additional duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High school diploma with at least six (6) years of relevant experience required
Ability to perform all job duties and responsibilities
Ability to detect defects in equipment and make proper repairs or adjustments accordingly
Ability to interpret and work from schematic diagrams
Ability to work collaboratively with team members
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Company
DeKalb County School District
DeKalb County School District is Georgia’s 3rd largest preK-12 system, with 137 schools and centers, including school choice programs.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Erick Hofstetter
Chief Operating Officer
Antwyn Brown
Deputy Chief Operations Officer
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