Maintenance Engineer

Company: Wake County Public School System
Location: Garner
Posted on: January 23, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: POSITION TITLE (Oracle title) SENIOR ADMINISTRATOR WORKING TITLE Maintenance Engineer SCHOOL/DEPARTMENT Energy and Physical Plant, Maintenance and Operations LOCATION Rock Quarry Road Office Complex, Raleigh, NC PAY GRADE Senior Administrator – Band 3 FLSA STATUS Exempt ELIGIBILITY FOR EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT No WORK WEEK SCHEDULE Monday-Friday (occasional evenings and weekends) May require emergency response availability. POSITION PURPOSE: Performs analysis on mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and energy management systems to ensure proper operation and advises on corrective action. Uses the available data systems to effectively manage work and track performance. Reviews mechanical, electrical, and plumbing projects in Energy and Physical Plant operations (Maintenance and Operations) with respect to budget, maintainability, reliability, and energy management. Coordinates with school administrators and other staff as required to execute maintenance work and minimize disruption to school operations. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) Working knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards; Considerable knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically, Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point; Google Apps; Considerable knowledge of interrelated functions between human resources, payroll, and benefit processes; Excellent customer service skills; and organizational skills; Critical thinking and problem solving skills; Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form using a variety of communication techniques and tools to ensure the appropriate flow of information, collaborative efforts, and feedback; Ability to work in a team environment; Ability to be proactive and apply technical knowledge to improve deliverables, providing attention to detail to minimize errors; Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school system staff, vendors, contractors, external agencies, and the community. EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in engineering or a related field; Five years of experience in Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Systems design, design reviews, construction, or related field; Three years of experience leading work teams; Other combinations of applicable education, training, and experience which provide the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform effectively in the position may be considered. CERTIFICATION AND LICENSE REQUIREMENTS Must hold and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license according to the State of NC requirements. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Engineer in Training (EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) License. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides the focal point for project review, which includes review of project design and coordination of project impact with work centers; reviews projects from the standpoint of maintainability, reliability and energy management. Provides analysis and recommendations to directors and supervisors on resource allocation, work execution, and process improvement relating to Maintenance and Operations processes, resources, and mission requirements. Uses the computerized management system(s) within Wake County Public School System (WCPSS) to effectively manage work and track performance. Manages work orders, maintenance projects, contracts, cost estimates of projects, feasibility studies, long-range planning, and service contracts and provides customer interface. Supports preventive maintenance programs through development, annual assessments, and by ensuring the workforce is used in the most cost-effective manner. Provides additional expertise in supporting operations with on-call expertise in analyzing field problems and identifying solutions; includes work order planning when additional expertise and design considerations are needed. Manages the infrastructure and building systems by assessing the technical condition, evaluating the repair or replacement options and priorities, and providing future planning, programming of repairs and improvements. Inspects projects to ensure compliance as required with design guidelines, contract documents, codes and regulations. Ensures compliance with all state and government laws and regulations as required; Ensures WCPSS procedure and policy compliance and application of sound business principles. Maintains technical records, files, and equipment on assigned projects. Assists with reducing costs and keeping projects on-time and within budget. Performs other related duties, as assigned. WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The position, at times, must be able to come into direct contact with school system staff, students, parents, external agencies, and the community. Work is considered light physical work, requiring the exertion of up to ten pounds of force. Must be able to physically access all elements of a building or construction site with possible exposure to extreme weather conditions, dust, pollen, insects and housekeeping chemicals. The work frequently driving automotive equipment. Travel is required to schools, central service offices, and other locations both in and outside of Wake County. EFFECTIVE DATE: 7/2023 DISCLAIMER: The above statements are intended to describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this position. They are not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required by the employees assigned to this position. This description may be revised by HR and approved at any time.

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