Operations Engineer Chief, Class 2 en Des Moines Public School District

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.

SOUTH UNION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Operations Engineer Chief Class 
Monday - Friday
Hours: 6:00AM- 2:30PM
Salary: $22.44/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. Two years of custodial experience.

FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Bid Criteria – Lateral/Promotion for Non-Interview Positions: Lateral transfers within the same job

classification or a promotion will be awarded upon consideration of the following criteria:

• 12-month Calendar: Current full-time employee has been working for 12 months prior to the job posting date.
• 210-day and 230-day Calendar: Current full-time and Part-time Employee has 12 previous months of actual workdays prior to the job posting date.
• Academic Calendar – Current full-time and Part-time Employee has 12 previous months of actual workdays prior to the job posting date.
• Exception I: Newly hired employees must be through the probationary period AND meet the Bid Criteria- Lateral/Promotion for Non-Interview Positions prior to the job Exception II: Employees in the food service department may transfer at any time without an adjusted probationary period.
• Exception III: PT bus associates may transfer to a PT bus driver position at any time
• without an adjusted probationary period.
• Exception IV: PT bus drivers hired prior to September 30 are eligible for a FT driver position the following school year.
• Meet all posted qualifications of the position.
• Attendance - sick leave standard is as follows:
• Employees must have ten (10) days or less of family/personal sick leave or “no leave hourly” time used. Scheduled hours in the timekeeping system will be utilized.
• Sick leave will be calculated based on the 12 previous months of actual workdays from the posting date for all employees.
• All authorized Unpaid Leave of Absences (not FMLA approved) will not be taken off the record for this purpose of the bid process.
• All authorized FMLA leave (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record for this purpose of the bid process.
• All authorized Worker’s Comp (paid or unpaid) will be taken off the record for this purpose of the bid process.
• All authorized Medical Leaves of Absences (paid or unpaid) will not be taken off the record for this purpose of the bid process.
• All authorized Leaves of Absences for “Other Reasonable Purposes” according to the Comprehensive Agreement will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis by the director of  personnel before determining if it will be taken off the record for this
• purpose of the bid process.
• All employees must not have any “no call/no show” incidents the 12 previous months of actual workdays from the posting
• All employees must not have any unauthorized time off during the 12 previous months of actual workdays from the posting date.
• All employees must be in an active paid status at 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 respective work calendars for the year, it will be considered a meets evaluation.
• Exceptions will be considered by the director of personnel.
• Discipline: no formal discipline during the 12 previous months of actual workdays from the posting date for all
• 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 September 19th 2025 to be considered.

For questions, please contact [email protected]

Bids Filled:

Chief Class 9 at Hoover/Meredith filled by Alex Taber

Chief Class 3 at Studebaker filled by Donald Whitlatch

Chief Class 3 at Prospect filled by Keo Noeuy

Chief Class 3 at Fleur filled by Candy Hollingshead

Pool Class 3 at Goodrell filled by Khorn Moa

Pool Class 3 at Central filled by Savang Hom

Chief Class 4 at Hiatt filled by Tony Abuhl

Chief Class 3 at Willard filled by Tracy Hobbs

Pool Class 3 at Samuelson filled by Sanda Blazevic

Pool Class 3 at Capitol View filled by Tith Hem

Pool Class 3 at Garton filled by David Turner

1^st Assistant Class 6 at Capitol View filled by Phillip Little

TITLE:  Operations Engineer Chief, Class 1,2

POSTION TYPE: OPER

HIRING SPECIFICATIONS:

Required:

1. Two years of custodial experience. 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

1. Effective verbal and written communication skills.
2. Working knowledge and proficiency in the use of a computer and Microsoft Office tools.
3. Working knowledge of good housekeeping practices and procedures; ability to operate cleaning equipment.
4. Working knowledge of broiler room/geothermal system operations and related equipment.
5. Ability to present a professional appearance and demeanor.
6. Ability to demonstrate good judgment and promote spirit of cooperation with others.

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 positions requirements will vary depending on the need operations department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assure cleanliness inside and outside the building/complex.
2. Order and manage sufficient supplies to properly maintain facility.
3. Assist custodial specialist to ensure that preventive maintenance objectives are achieved.
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. Assist the director of custodial services and custodial specialists in the annual performance evaluation of subordinate employees.
7. Perform all cleaning tasks required to maintain the facility.
8. Communicate with operations staff to ensure the 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):

1. Attend work on a prompt and regular basis.
2. Maintain confidentiality.
3. Maintain satisfactory and harmonious working relationships with the public, students, and other employees.
4. Assist with other duties as may be assigned

EVALUATES:  NA
POSITION INVENTORY:  B22

FLSA STATUS: Non Exempt

FT/PT: Full Time

DAYS:  260 Day Calendar      HOURS: 8 Hour Day

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Constant standing and walking. Frequent bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling. Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs and carrying up to 10 ft. Frequent use of telephone and computer.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Frequent inside, outside, and exposure to extremes of temperature/humidity

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: BC

Date: 9/2025

Employee Benefits Information

All candidates offered a position will be required to successfully pass a criminal background check, and a child and adult abuse registry check.  Certain positions may require fingerprinting, a drug and alcohol test, a physical capacity test and/or a motor vehicle record check.