The District Operations Department is responsible for all of the maintenance, custodial, and grounds functions in the district.

Professional organizations, as well as the School Facilities Board, have recognized the Tempe Union High School District for being the best-maintained high school district in the state. Our District Operations Department has also been recognized as being one of the most cost-effective departments, operating at only $1.79 per sq. ft. This Department is also responsible for all Capital and Bond projects throughout the District.

The District Operations Department’s goal is to provide a safe, clean, and comfortable learning environment; and to protect the community’s investment in education.

Plant Foreman by Site:

CORONA DEL SOL:

• Dale Stahl, Plant Foreman | 480-752-8856

DESERT VISTA:

• Joseph Hurtle, Plant Foreman | 480-706-7965

INNOVATION CENTER/DISTRICT OFFICE:

• Tom Owens, Plant Foreman | 480-839-0292  x16033

MARCOS DE NIZA:

• Agustin Laguna, Plant Foreman | 480-730-7634

MCCLINTOCK:

• Scott Hughes, Plant Foreman | 480-752-8637

MOUNTAIN POINTE:

• Guillermo Gurrola, Plant Foreman | 480-388-8980

TEMPE HIGH:

• Barb Maloney, Plant Foreman | 480-736-4080