About this role
POSITION
Plant Engineer (ONE YEAR ONLY)
LOCATION
RHS
REPORTS TO
RHS Principal & Director of Facilities
SCHOOL YEAR
2026/2027
START DATE
December 1, 2026
JOB DESCRIPTION
To maintain the physical school facilities in a condition of operational excellence, cleanliness, and safety, so that full educational use of them may be made at all times.
EDUCATION, TRAINING, and EXPERIENCE
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D.
- Evidence of a working knowledge in mechanical trades: plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry-masonry.
- Evidence of three (3) years experience in custodial or maintenance operations.
- Ability to read and interpret drawings, diagrams, and equipment specifications.
- Evidence of ability to supervise and coordinate the work of custodians to accomplish tasks.
- Ability to motivate personnel through goals, incentives, education, and self-employment.
- Must be available to work overtime, as needed.
- Basic knowledge of a Windows-based computer operating system and willingness to receive computer training as needed.
- Understanding of the design and intent and proven hands-on experience of various mechanical systems including, but not limited to; air handling units, AC rooftop units, hot water heating systems – boilers/pumps, unit ventilators and exhaust fans.
- Demonstrated ability to perform the responsibilities below as evidenced by educational and work-related experiences, previous employment and the interview process.
- Any such alternatives to the above qualifications as the committee may deem acceptable and appropriate.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Supervises and trains custodial personnel in cleaning procedures and conducts regular morning cleaning inspections of all sections.
- Plans and oversees all maintenance and repair work, maintaining a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency.
- Assigns custodians for overtime work as necessary.
- Monitors the time records of all custodial employees in the school and certifies them for salary payments.
- Maintains an inventory and recommends purchase of suitable supplies, tools, and equipment as needed.
- Develops a long-term plan for the staff to ensure safety, efficiency, and effectiveness through better work management techniques and training.
- Provides performance feedback to the custodial staff on a regular basis.
- Strives constantly to promote the safety, health, and comfort of the students, employees and visitors.
- Controls and monitors building equipment operation and space comfort conditions with computer-based building automation system and regular walkthroughs.
- Assists with the cleaning of the building as necessary.
- Responsible for snow removal from parking lots, sidewalks, and pathways to ensure a safe working environment.
- Performs all other duties as assigned by the Principal, Director of Facilities or designee.
PHYSICAL/ MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Walking, climbing, stooping, reaching, pushing, talking, pulling, crawling, crouching, lift (50 lb. min.), handling, hearing, grasping, standing, kneeling, carrying, seeing, balancing and turning.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Work inside/outside, adequate lighting/ventilation, work with/around others, and work alone.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
Full time, twelve months. Salary in accordance with contract for support staff, Pay Grade 8. The hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with ½ hour non-paid time for lunch (40 hours per week).
*Hours depend on school location and students' needs but shall not exceed the hours as stated above.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants apply through www.schoolspring.com
Applicants are not to approach members of the Newport School Committee. Individual contact between applicants and School Committee members may constitute grounds for disqualifying an application.
Updated 11/13/2025
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AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Newport School Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, color, disability or veteran status.