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Immediate: Building Service Manager III, Brown Station ES, 8hrs/12mo, Ad Closes 10/28/2026

Montgomery County Public Schools · Gaithersburg, MD · 1 wk ago
Management$24.38–$35.02/hrFull-time

About the role

Under direction, has the immediate responsibility for the management of the school plant, building operations, and property and grounds. Work involves achieving and maintaining prescribed sanitary, safety, and operating standards, and security of a school plant. General and special instructions are received from the school principal or designee; technical supervision and guidance is received from the area building services supervisor.

Overall responsibilities of building service managers at all levels are generally the same; specific duties may vary depending upon the size of the plant, number of building service workers, and presence of a plant equipment operator on the staff. In larger schools the manager is less involved in actual performance of these duties and is more actively engaged in supervision of the building service staff. Employees in these classes are considered emergency personnel and are required to report to buildings during inclement weather.

Responsibilities

  • Manage school plant, building operations, and property and grounds
  • Achieve and maintain sanitary, safety, and operating standards
  • Ensure security of the school plant
  • Supervise, assign, train, and inspect work of building service staff
  • Operate and maintain custodial and grounds care equipment (automatic scrubbers, burnishers, snow blowers, hydraulic lifts)
  • Operate central heating plants; make minor adjustments and service repairs
  • Maintain records of time and materials; prepare routine reports, records, and evaluations
  • Utilize computer technology to order supplies and equipment, process maintenance work orders, and communicate with administrators and staff
  • Implement emergency response procedures (code red/blue, fire code regulations, inclement weather procedures)
  • Manage human and material resources to ensure quality service and a safe environment

Requirements

  • High School diploma or GED required
  • Experience in general cleaning of buildings and grounds
  • Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, abilities, and skills necessary to perform effectively
  • Possession of a current and valid boiler certificate and stationary engineer's license indicating proficiency in the safe operation of low pressure boilers (preferred)
  • Completion of the MCPS Building Manager Test at the required score
  • MCPS written test required

Skills & Knowledge

  • Advanced knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in building service work
  • Operation and maintenance of custodial and grounds care equipment
  • Use of personal protective equipment and safety tools and practices
  • Working knowledge of safe, efficient procedures for operating central heating plants
  • Advanced knowledge of emergency response procedures (code red/blue, fire code, inclement weather)
  • Ability to train, assign, supervise, and inspect work of subordinates
  • Ability to maintain records and prepare routine reports and evaluations
  • Proficiency with computer technology for ordering supplies, processing work orders, and communication
  • Good human relations and communication skills
  • Knowledge of and ability to meet the seven core competencies of the Supporting Services Professional Growth System (SSPGS)

Physical Demands

Sufficient physical strength and freedom from disabling defects to permit the lifting and moving of heavy objects (minimum 50 lbs.) and to perform manual labor.

Special Requirements

  • Employees are considered emergency personnel and must report to buildings during inclement weather
  • May be required to report to other locations to assist staff in emergency situations
  • Frequent overtime or night work may be required
  • Employees are provided uniforms and must wear proper attire
  • Must provide a current working telephone number to supervisor and update as necessary

Pay

The wage range for this position is between $24.38 and $35.02 per hour, based on years of service.

Schedule

  • Full-time
  • 12-month position
  • Day shift

Benefits

For information about benefits, see benefits information.

Additional Information

Visit the DMO Operations Training website at https://www.montgomeryschoolsmd.org/departments/facilities/schoolplantops/training.aspx for complete requirement information.

Job Grade 13 | Brown Station Elementary School | Gaithersburg | Posted Oct 19, 2026

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