Buffalo Public Schools
Chief Engineer Custodian - School Year
Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo, New York, United States, 14266
Title:Chief Engineer Custodian - 2025-2026 School Year
ID:9939
Department:Plant Services and School Planning
Location:School Location
Division:Civil Service
Type:Support Staff
Description
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14204
July 18, 2025
CONTINUOUS POSTING
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply
(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)
POSITION: Chief Engineer Custodian - Continuous Posting SALARY: $54,571 - $64,160 LOCATION: Various School Locations APPLICATION: CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPLICATION AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.buffaloschools.org Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS This is a highly important custodial-engineering position involving responsibility for the efficient and economic administration of the plant operation and custodial function of a large school building (Plant Facility). A position in this class entails dual responsibility for supervising the operation of a steam or hot water power plant and for directing the activities of a cleaning and janitorial force, including ground maintenance, of considerable size. This position differs from that of First Class Engineer-Custodian by its markedly greater supervisory responsibilities due to its location at a larger Plant requiring a greater technical knowledge of power plant operation and general building custodianship. General supervision is received from a higher ranking administrative officer, allowing considerable leeway in planning work programs, in dealing with operating problems and in keeping buildings and equipment up to approved standards of operation. Supervision is exercised over personnel assigned to plant operations and custodial functions. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, directs, and authorizes the work of all employees involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, pumps, stokers, steam and water piping, and other electrical and mechanical equipment in the heating plant, as well as the cleaning of buildings and maintenance of grounds
Ensures that schools are meeting the standards of the Health Department and the District’s Plant Department and documents violations and remedies, as required
Assures the proper operation and preventive maintenance of HVAC and mechanical equipment, including but not limited to combustion, feed water, boilers, boiler water treatment, condensate return, electrical, plumbing, and ventilation systems
Prepares and maintains engineer logs and other records required for the operation of the facility;
Prepares and administers the annual budget for the facility relating to plant operations, including salaries and payroll, equipment and supplies, and cost of services
Requisitions, receives, and accounts for equipment, materials, and supplies
Maintains inventories and necessary cost records and budget data
Maintains time records and prepares payrolls for employees assigned to plant operations and custodial functions
Maintains various records concerning salaries, deductions, etc.
In accordance with State and Federal regulations and collective bargaining agreements (when required), participates in the selection, hiring, discipline, and removal of personnel assigned to the plant operation and custodial function of the Facility
Monitors and maintains the school security system and safety operations
Responds to emergency calls for the school facility and secures the school upon departure
Prepares and submits reports and maintains records on the same
Works with the School Principal on the resolution of a variety of issues and complaints
Monitors and inspects work performed by private contractors, including electrical, plumbing, and heating, to ascertain that work is performed within required specifications
Receives and handles a variety of requests and complaints from the school principals
Prepares and maintains records and reports concerning all activities related to plant operations
Operates a personal computer or computer terminal using application programs that include facilities management systems
Performs related duties as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating plant and auxiliary equipment
Thorough knowledge of HVAC operations and principles, operation of steam, hot water, hot air and other boiler systems using natural gas and Number 2 Oil
Thorough knowledge of building cleaning and maintenance tasks, practices, supplies and equipment
Thorough knowledge of costs and standards in relation to custodial operations
Good knowledge of the tools, terminology and practices of one or more of the skilled trades
Working knowledge of budget, payroll and bookkeeping procedures and office practices
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of employees
Ability to maintain complete and accurate records
Ability to prepare and analyze reports
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to operate a personal computer or computer terminal using application programs
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Promotional (A) Continuous and permanent status in the Board of Education as a First Class Engineer-Custodian for one year OR (B) Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Senior Housing Project Engineer, Senior First Class Stationary Engineer, or Principal Chief Stationary Engineer for three years. In addition, all candidates qualifying under (B) must have at least two years of full-time stationary engineer experience in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a large building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial. Open Competitive (A) Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Building Management and Maintenance or a closely related field and five years of full-time stationary engineering experience, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial. OR (B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma, and seven years of full-time stationary engineering experience, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial OR (C) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A and B. NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements. Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open-Competitive Possession of a current Chief Stationary Engineer's License issued by the City of Buffalo, and must be presented at the time of filing the application and maintained during employment FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS POSTING FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR APPROVED: Tami Hollie-McGee Chief of Human Resources The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579
ID:9939
Department:Plant Services and School Planning
Location:School Location
Division:Civil Service
Type:Support Staff
Description
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES ROOM 720 CITY HALL BUFFALO, NEW YORK 14204
July 18, 2025
CONTINUOUS POSTING
BUFFALO BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY Civil Service Residency Requirements will apply
(The City of Buffalo Civil Service does not require residency within the City of Buffalo for Native Americans. The City of Buffalo Civil Service does require tribal enrollment or community recognition as a Native American)
POSITION: Chief Engineer Custodian - Continuous Posting SALARY: $54,571 - $64,160 LOCATION: Various School Locations APPLICATION: CANDIDATES FOR THIS POSITION SHOULD COMPLETE AN APPLICATION AVAILABLE ONLINE AT www.buffaloschools.org Applications successfully received will generate a confirmation email to the account listed on the application. If you do not receive a confirmation email, we cannot guarantee that your application was received. You must submit an application until you receive a confirmation email. DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS This is a highly important custodial-engineering position involving responsibility for the efficient and economic administration of the plant operation and custodial function of a large school building (Plant Facility). A position in this class entails dual responsibility for supervising the operation of a steam or hot water power plant and for directing the activities of a cleaning and janitorial force, including ground maintenance, of considerable size. This position differs from that of First Class Engineer-Custodian by its markedly greater supervisory responsibilities due to its location at a larger Plant requiring a greater technical knowledge of power plant operation and general building custodianship. General supervision is received from a higher ranking administrative officer, allowing considerable leeway in planning work programs, in dealing with operating problems and in keeping buildings and equipment up to approved standards of operation. Supervision is exercised over personnel assigned to plant operations and custodial functions. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES
Plans, directs, and authorizes the work of all employees involved in the operation, maintenance, and repair of boilers, pumps, stokers, steam and water piping, and other electrical and mechanical equipment in the heating plant, as well as the cleaning of buildings and maintenance of grounds
Ensures that schools are meeting the standards of the Health Department and the District’s Plant Department and documents violations and remedies, as required
Assures the proper operation and preventive maintenance of HVAC and mechanical equipment, including but not limited to combustion, feed water, boilers, boiler water treatment, condensate return, electrical, plumbing, and ventilation systems
Prepares and maintains engineer logs and other records required for the operation of the facility;
Prepares and administers the annual budget for the facility relating to plant operations, including salaries and payroll, equipment and supplies, and cost of services
Requisitions, receives, and accounts for equipment, materials, and supplies
Maintains inventories and necessary cost records and budget data
Maintains time records and prepares payrolls for employees assigned to plant operations and custodial functions
Maintains various records concerning salaries, deductions, etc.
In accordance with State and Federal regulations and collective bargaining agreements (when required), participates in the selection, hiring, discipline, and removal of personnel assigned to the plant operation and custodial function of the Facility
Monitors and maintains the school security system and safety operations
Responds to emergency calls for the school facility and secures the school upon departure
Prepares and submits reports and maintains records on the same
Works with the School Principal on the resolution of a variety of issues and complaints
Monitors and inspects work performed by private contractors, including electrical, plumbing, and heating, to ascertain that work is performed within required specifications
Receives and handles a variety of requests and complaints from the school principals
Prepares and maintains records and reports concerning all activities related to plant operations
Operates a personal computer or computer terminal using application programs that include facilities management systems
Performs related duties as required.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating plant and auxiliary equipment
Thorough knowledge of HVAC operations and principles, operation of steam, hot water, hot air and other boiler systems using natural gas and Number 2 Oil
Thorough knowledge of building cleaning and maintenance tasks, practices, supplies and equipment
Thorough knowledge of costs and standards in relation to custodial operations
Good knowledge of the tools, terminology and practices of one or more of the skilled trades
Working knowledge of budget, payroll and bookkeeping procedures and office practices
Ability to plan, assign and supervise the work of employees
Ability to maintain complete and accurate records
Ability to prepare and analyze reports
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
Ability to operate a personal computer or computer terminal using application programs
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Promotional (A) Continuous and permanent status in the Board of Education as a First Class Engineer-Custodian for one year OR (B) Continuous and permanent status in any city department as a Senior Housing Project Engineer, Senior First Class Stationary Engineer, or Principal Chief Stationary Engineer for three years. In addition, all candidates qualifying under (B) must have at least two years of full-time stationary engineer experience in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a large building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial. Open Competitive (A) Associate’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Building Management and Maintenance or a closely related field and five years of full-time stationary engineering experience, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial. OR (B) Graduation from High School, GED or Equivalency Diploma, and seven years of full-time stationary engineering experience, three years of which must have been in a supervisory capacity where work involves the operation and maintenance of a building or plant, including heating, plumbing, electrical, and janitorial OR (C) An equivalent combination as defined within the limits of A and B. NOTE: Verifiable part-time experience will be pro-rated to meet full-time experience requirements. Special Requirement for both Promotional and Open-Competitive Possession of a current Chief Stationary Engineer's License issued by the City of Buffalo, and must be presented at the time of filing the application and maintained during employment FINAL FILING DATE: CONTINUOUS POSTING FOR 2025-2026 SCHOOL YEAR APPROVED: Tami Hollie-McGee Chief of Human Resources The Buffalo Public School District does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, religious practice, national origin, ethnic group, sex (including sexual harassment and sexual violence), gender identity, sexual orientation (the term "sexual orientation" means heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, or asexuality ), political affiliation, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, weight, domestic violence victim status, arrest or conviction record, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by New York state and/or federal non-discrimination laws in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. Inquiries regarding the District's non-discrimination policies should be directed to HRCompliance@buffaloschools.org or to: Tami Hollie McGee, Chief of Human Resources 719 City Hall Buffalo, NY 14202 (716) 816-3579