Plant Operator and Area Maintenance - Charter Academy

Job Description

Job Description

Certificate Number : N / A / Job Order : 2025-306 / 1 Positions (On-Site)

MISSION :

RCMA Mulberry Community Academy, in Polk County, is seeking a Plant Operator & Maintenace.

RCMA Mulberry Community Academy is dedicated to opening doors of opportunity for the children of Florida’s farmworkers and agricultural migrants. Most students in our small, community-oriented classes are English Language Learners of Central American heritage with big dreams of making their mark. Our teachers often comment on how privileged they feel to work with young people who so greatly appreciate learning! In order to best serve our student population, the school is a dual language program (50 : 50, English / Spanish), with a one-way immersion model. Our successful Charter School is located in Mulberry, Florida.

Redlands Christian Migrant Association (RCMA) is a non-profit corporation serving Florida agriculture workers and their children for more than fifty years. RCMA is recognized as a “School of Hope operator” by the State Board of Education, a prestigious designation for non-profit, charter school operators.

BENEFITS :

RCMA offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees. This includes a $40,000 Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance, covered 100% by RCMA. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and a retirement plan. Employees are eligible to receive a 6% Employer Contribution and are eligible to participate in a 403B retirement plan. In addition, eligible employees receive holiday pay, personal time off, and tuition assistance.

PURPOSE OF POSITION : Ensure the safety and well-being of all students and effective operation of all academy systems including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, mechanical and safety systems, furniture, and equipment within academy grounds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : include the following; however, other duties may be assigned :

• Ensures all areas of the facility, to include classrooms, desks and other furniture, office areas, hallways, and other circulation areas, outdoor sidewalks and courtyards, outdoor play areas, windows, lights, ceiling tiles, floors, mechanical areas to include air conditioning grills, and auxiliary facilities (cafeteria, area offices, labs, etc.) are scheduled for cleaning and are kept clean.
• Performs limited maintenance of furniture and equipment. Replaces light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and other items. Checks and changes air conditioning filters as needed. Identifies the need for maintenance work orders and advises the Charter Academy Principal accordingly.
• Completes and supervises all major facilities’ work as needed from start to end.
• Communicates all concerns and hazards to the immediate supervisor.
• Administers a key control system for the academy facilities.
• The maintenance including window washing, all the heavy maintenance power washing, ground-up loan, and landscaping.
• Coordinates fire drills and other emergency preparedness drills and completes and assures that the required documentation records are kept at the academy.
• Completes the Plant Operator and Maintenance Checklist as scheduled. Perform tasks as outlined on the checklist and submits them to the Principal on a monthly basis for review.
• Forecasts and communicates with the supervisor on any upcoming repairs and / or maintenance to promote a safe environment for faculty, students, and visitors.
• Available after school hours for emergencies and unusual situations. Responds to and address any emergencies and unusual incidents during and after school hours.
• Sets up the bids.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE : Minimum High School Diploma. Experience in school transportation services if needed. 3 -5 years of experience in area maintenance, facilities, or related field is required. Knowledge of and general ability in preventative maintenance. Experience in supervision in a culturally diverse setting.

MANDATORY QUALIFICATIONS : To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Additional Comments : Strong communication skills with knowledge of Davis Bacon Act requirements and bidding process to satisfy federal requirements. Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedule with the ability to diagnose and repair facilities related items in a timely manner to ensure the health and safety of children, staff, parents and visitor.