Orinda Union School District

Facilities and Maintenance

Department Overview

The Facilities, Maintenance, Grounds, and Custodial Department oversees the creation of physical environments that encourage successful teaching and lifelong learning. The department is responsible for providing a preventive maintenance program, planning and implementing the District's Facility Master Plan, managing the Deferred Maintenance program, maintaining grounds, and providing custodial services.

The facilities team believes that well-maintained school sites are essential for a positive and effective learning environment. Our professional team works diligently to ensure that all facilities and equipment are kept in excellent working condition.

Typical responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Building Maintenance: Repair and upkeep of school buildings, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, and structural integrity.
Grounds Maintenance: Care and upkeep of landscaping, fields, playgrounds, and parking lots.
Custodial Services: Daily cleaning and sanitation of school buildings, classrooms, restrooms, cafeterias, and common areas.
Facility Improvements: Managing renovation, modernization, and construction projects to ensure facilities meet current safety and educational standards.
Health and Safety Compliance: Ensuring schools comply with health, safety, and building codes, such as fire safety, asbestos management, and environmental regulations.
Energy Management: Monitoring and managing energy consumption, promoting energy efficiency, and overseeing utility services.
Pest Control: Ensuring schools are free from pests and that pest control measures comply with health and safety regulations.