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General Information

ID
822
Main Organization
Public Schools
Location
Hungary Creek Middle School - 4909 Francistown Road, Glen Allen
Minimum Salary
$ 51,007
Posting Date
05-08-2026
Closing Date
06-08-2026
Job Status
Full-time

General Statement of Duties

Coordinates all of the operating maintenance and repair activities of the school plant facility.  Reads and follows manufacturer’s specifications, identifies material needs, orders material, and insures that equipment and systems related to the plant are operating appropriately, or are repaired.  Plans, directs and inspects the work of custodians I and II, maintenance assistants and other personnel as assigned.

Extensive knowledge of the operating, maintenance and repair functions of a large physical plant and grounds keeping activities.  Considerable knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing and refrigeration systems.  Ability to follow oral and written directions, to keep records, to write reports, work along side others and supervise the daily activities of skilled and semiskilled workers.  Must be available to respond to emergency calls outside of work hours; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which would provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Essential Duties

•    Performs scheduled inspections and routine maintenance of the mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems

•    Inspects the custodial care program daily

•    Verifies proper operation of security systems, alarms, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, etc.

•    Performs or directs performance of preventive maintenance

•    Supervises ice and snow removal programs as well as outside ground maintenance and grass cutting

•    Operates mechanical systems such as heaters, boilers, pumps, etc.

•    Performs or directs routine maintenance functions such as replacing light bulbs, toilet fixtures, glass, repairs to doors and furniture

•    Replaces belts, fans, filters, and other items on installed equipment

•    Performs ‟touchup” painting

•    Performs overtime work on a scheduled, unscheduled, routine or emergency basis, as assigned

•    Attends work daily, and is engaged and on task - regular attendance is required

•    Demonstrates self-auditing safety practices and assists in supervision of employees in safety awareness procedures.

•    Performs other duties as assigned


Additional Information

This vacancy is open until filled and is available on July 1, 2026, for the 2026-27 school year.  This is a 12 month, 8 hours per day, 260 days position.  Minimum salary is 51,007.57 (24.52 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates.  Salary is prorated based on start date.  

Physical requirements: lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; walking; pushing/pulling; climbing; stooping; kneeling; bending; standing; flexibility with lower and upper body; smelling; touching; talking; stamina; hearing

Work environment may include: Noise; fumes; grease; dirt/dust; inside/outside; working alone and with others; confined areas; chemicals; repetition; hazards


Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date.

Minimum Requirements

Graduation from high school or trade school and the completion of technically-based courses or training in related fields such as electricity, pneumatic controls, refrigeration, etc.  A minimum of three years’ experience, preferably.  Possession of a valid operator’s license issued by the State of Virginia. (Commercial Driver’s License – Class B required for elementary school zones.)

Background Check Disclosure

Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests:

  • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation
  • State Police Criminal History Investigation
  • Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation
  • Tuberculosis Screening/Test

EEO Statement

Henrico County Public Schools provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request