Memphis-Shelby County Schools is seeking dynamic educational champions ready to position our district as a national exemplar of education transformation. We need leaders with a fierce commitment to actualizing a bold vision that yields ambitious outcomes for more than 110,000 students and families across the Memphis-Shelby County area. The reality is that we can do better for kids, and we will with the right leaders in place. The most successful candidates believe that more is possible for Memphis and are:
The essential function of the position within the organization is to perform skilled roofing installation, maintenance and repair work on District properties. The position is responsible for performing manual labor, maintaining equipment and tools, completing work orders in a timely manner with minimal service disruption, and maintaining accurate work records. The position works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.
1.Performs skilled roofing installation, maintenance and repair work to support the maintenance of District facilities.2.Inspects and identifies roof maintenance and repair needs and safety concerns throughout District facilities; evaluates and makes recommendations to supervisor for the most efficient methods of accomplishing projects. 3.Inspects roofs after inclement weather to assess damage.4.Reads and interprets blueprints and other drawings; assists in estimating and planning project materials, costs and labor requirements.5.Gathers materials for projects; maintains safety and security of stocked materials.6.Installs and/or assists in the installation of roofing systems and materials; weatherproofs and installs flashing around roofed areas as required.7.Removes and properly disposes of old roofing materials as necessary.8.Cleans/removes debris from roofs as necessary.9.Assists in supervising the work of helpers, laborers and/or contractors as assigned.10.Coordinates roofing work with activities of other trades, including carpenters and masons.11.Assists in maintaining assigned trucks and equipment; performs cleaning, preventive maintenance and simple repair work as required.12.May drive and operate trucks and other vehicles; operates various hand and power tools as necessary to accomplish tasks.13.Performs other maintenance and repair duties as designated by supervisor.14.Performs duties in accordance with all department policies, procedures, and standards of quality and safety.15.Documents labor hours and materials used on assigned tasks.16.Attends training and meetings as required to exchange information and to enhance job knowledge and skills.17.Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.
Requires High School diploma or GED and four (4) years of related experience; Must be a journeyman Roofer and requires valid Drivers License. Degree Equivalency Formula: Bachelors Degree= 4 years plus required years of experience. Masters Degree= 2 years plus required years of experience. Where Masters degrees are required, years for Bachelors Degrees must be included.
This position will work in Zone 3.
A Major, Urban School District on the
Cutting Edge of Closing the Achievement Gap
Our Mission
Memphis-Shelby County Schools is one of the 25 largest school districts in the nation located in a large city with a hometown feel, Memphis, TN. Here in the Bluff City, we are dedicated to preparing all students for success in learning, leadership, and life.
• Our promise is that by 2025, 80% of our students will be college & career ready, 90% will graduate high school, and 100% of graduates will enroll in post-secondary education.
• Our work is deeply rooted in the belief that every child is capable of learning and that education is the great equalizer. With 84% of all students considered economically disadvantaged, Memphis-Shelby County Schools truly is a place where progressive leaders in education can make a difference in the lives of our country’s most underserved children.
Our Future
Though our challenges are significant, we are a district on the rise.
• Memphis-Shelby County Schools has been a level 5 growth district—the highest achievable level in TN--for the past three years.
• Memphis-Shelby County Schools has seen district-wide math proficiency scores double in the past three years.
• Memphis-Shelby County Schools I-Zone schools were once performing in the bottom 5% of TN, and are now making significant gains towards the goal of performing amongst the top 25% within five years.
We are a district committed to progressive strategies and practices that promote student achievement. We do this by ensuring that every classroom has an effective teacher and every school is operated by staff and leaders committed to excellence.
