Director of Maintenance

Chautauqua County USD 286-Sedan www.usd286.org

Sedan Public Schools (USD 286) is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as Director of Maintenance .

This position is responsible for overseeing the daily operation, maintenance, and safety compliance of all district facilities and grounds. The Director of Maintenance supervises custodial staff, ensures building systems are functioning properly, manages preventative maintenance, coordinates facility projects, and works with vendors to maintain safe and efficient school environments.

Responsibilities include maintaining required state and safety compliance reports (such as fire safety inspections, asbestos management documentation, boiler inspections, and other facility safety requirements), supervising custodial staff and scheduling duties, managing maintenance supplies and equipment, coordinating repairs and facility improvements, and responding to facility needs as they arise.

This position works closely with district administration to ensure all school facilities are well-maintained, safe, and operational for students, staff, and community activities.

Position Details

1. Position Type: 12-month, full-time, salaried position
2. Benefits: District health insurance and applicable district benefits
3. Salary: Based on experience, skills, and relevant certifications/licensing

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or facility operations is preferred. Supervisory experience and relevant certifications or licenses are beneficial.

Interested applicants should email Kati Sears ( ... ) or call the district office ...) for further information.

Benefits Information

Paid health insurance, discretionary leave time, and cell phone stipend.

Salary Information

Employer Information

USD 286 in Sedan is located in Southeast Kansas at the junctions of US Highway 166 and 99. Sedan is a picturesque community located equidistant from Tulsa, OK, Wichita, KS and Joplin, MO, in the heart of the Chautauqua Hills. Sedan is the Chautauqua County seat and has a community hospital, golf course, swimming pool and numerous restaurants. Sedan is a great place to work and raise a family.

Oil and cattle production are still the county`s main resources. Other industries include the production and distribution of bedding plants at Sedan Floral, truck beds and trailers at Economy Manufacturing, and the Kansas Klipper. Efforts to promote tourism in the county include such events as the Chautauqua Hills Blues Festival, Annual Redbud Tour, and the Yellow Brick Road Festival.

USD 286 has a rich tradition in academic success, athletics and music.