Building and Grounds Director/Safety Coordinator

POSITION TITLE: Building and Grounds Maintenance Director/Safety Coordinator

Approved by Boone County Board of Supervisors: 11/4/2026

FLSA: Full Time, Non-exempt

Job Summary:

The Building and Grounds Maintenance Director/Safety Coordinator is appointed by the Boone County Board of Supervisors and will provide for the care and maintenance of the building, grounds, and equipment of the Boone County Courthouse, Law Enforcement Center, Human Services Building, and the Boiler/Maintenance Building (County Government Campus). This position is governed by the Boone County Employee Handbook and applicable federal and state laws.

WORK SHIFT

This is a non-exempt position meaning it is eligible for overtime. The Building and Grounds Maintenance Director will work a minimum of a 40-hour work week. The schedule consists of 8-hour workdays Monday through Friday with the occasional weekend. This position's hours are flexible as long as an 8-hour day is maintained. This position is subject to call-ins for emergencies and inclement weather.

JOB LOCATION 

· Primary location Boone County Courthouse 201 State St, Boone, Iowa.

· Boone County Campus

· Some traveling is required to pick up parts and supplies, and to maintain educational requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

· Responsible for all care and cleaning of all buildings and grounds in the Boone County Government Campus. This includes all areas in the buildings such as offices, restrooms, hallways and basement.

· Conduct maintenance and care of the boiler.

· Conduct maintenance and care of the grounds accompanying the Boone County Campus to include lawns, trees and flowerbeds. Also responsible for snow and ice removal from Campus sidewalks and parking lots.

· Conduct maintenance and care of departmental equipment including, but not limited to, floor buffers, riding mower, snow blowers, weed eaters, chain saws, and other equipment.

· Oversee, train, and manage any applicable Building and Grounds Maintenance staff.

· Responsible for preparing, presenting and maintaining the Building and Grounds annual budget.

· Ability to communicate on telephone, two-way radio, cell phone, email, and computer.

· Work cooperatively with all County Departments.

· Will serve as the head of the Safety Committee.

· Will work alongside the Safety Committee to implement programs such as, but not limited to, Hazardous Communications/SDS binders, IAMU Safety Services, and other programs.

ESSENTIAL CRITICAL SKILLS/EXPERIENCE

· Iowa Driver’s License.

· High School diploma or GED.

· Able to obtain boiler certification within first year of employment.

· Mechanical aptitude.

· Knowledge of common custodial practices.

· Ability to exercise good judgement in evaluating situations and making decisions.

· Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and resources.

· Self-starter and internally motivated to perform the tasks needed with minimal direction and supervision.

· Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships within and outside the department.

· Ability to travel throughout the facility as required conducting safety inspections.

PREFERRED SKILLS:

· Knowledge of hot water circulation systems

· Knowledge of sprinkler and fire monitoring systems

· Knowledge of lighting upkeep, service and maintenance

· Experience with the repair of institutional style plumbing fixtures

· Door and door hardware repair and installation 

· Past experience with building maintenance and safety practices 

ESSENTIAL PHYISICAL REQUIREMENTS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required physical activities/essential to the position:  

Climbing stairs, balancing while walking on slippery surfaces, hiking over uneven terrain, stooping, kneeling, crouching, working in confined spaces, reaching, stranding, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, finger dexterity, grasping, work from platforms up to 20 foot above floor level, carry equipment and items, ability to move and lift furniture and equipment weighing between 60 and 80 lbs., climbing on 12 foot step ladders, able to work in prolonged inclement weather.

ESSENTIAL EQUIPMENT

The following list is not exhaustive but does represent the types of equipment that the department utilizes. This position will be required to operate:

· Low pressure steam boiler

· Lawn and garden tractor with mower and snow blower

· Stationary emergency generator

· Automotive vehicles and UTV

· Technology – computer, smart phone, office equipment

· Floor care equipment (buffer, wet vac, mops etc.)

· Chain saws

· Circular table saw

· Power tools

Wage: $29.50-$33.50/per hour.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this job classification. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all skills, effort, responsibilities and working conditions required of a person assigned to this job classification.

The job description is subject to change by Boone County as the needs of Boone County and requirements of the job change.

• Job Type: Full Time
• Department: Boone County, Iowa
• Posted: 11/4/2026