Maintenance Technician

Maintenance Technician

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Open and secure buildings and facilities as needed

Attend Building Manager meetings

Handle emergency custodial duties for principals, teachers, and staff

Perform minor maintenance and repairs as needed (changing light bulbs, etc.)

Assist with district endeavors (moving classrooms, events on campuses, etc.)

Move furniture and equipment based upon the needs of the facility

Setup Board Room for meetings and special events; disassemble at the conclusion

Pick up and deliver items throughout the district as needed

Train custodians on best cleaning procedures

Train custodians on appropriate floor care procedures (stripping, waxing, carpet cleaning, etc.)

Ensure uniformity of cleaning practices among sites

Train custodians on proper use of chemicals

Keep all custodial equipment in prime working order (foggers, carpet shampooers, auto scrubbers, extractors, etc.)

Keep Data Sheets (SDS) books up to date

Cover for site Building Managers when absences occur

Report safety/security hazards and needs for major repairs in an expeditious manner

Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors

Be flexible; perform other duties as assigned

Follow district policies as outlined

Professional

Core Competencies:

Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly and patient manner

Demonstrates the ability to work effectively under time constraints

Demonstrates the ability to exercise independent judgment

Must be detail-oriented and self-motivated

Function effectively as a team member

Be responsible, reliable and punctual

Be a willing learner that models flexibility and adapts to change

Positively accepts direction

Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative working relationships with others

Directs constructive criticism toward improving the district

Exercises positive problem solving behavior and conflict resolution skills

Adheres to the dress code appropriate to the site and job

Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information

Acts as a positive role model for students, staff, and community

Works with a large cross section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalent

Minimum three (3) years exemplary work experience performing similar duties and responsibilities

Valid AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card with IVP number

Physical Requirements:

Physical Work Positions in this classification typically require: stooping, kneeling, crouching, standing, walking, sitting, finger or manual dexterity, repetitive finger motion, speaking, hearing, seeing (with correction), focusing ability, or other factors applicable for the job.

Employee must be able to stand and walk constantly on various floor surfaces while performing various duties including, but not limited to, using push/pull force of up to 50 pounds for various machines.

Employee must stand constantly and walk frequently lifting items of various sizes, up to 30 pounds. Items over 50 pounds require a second staff member to lift.

Employee may rarely be required to climb ladders to perform various cleaning or maintenance tasks.

Employee may be subject to travel, fumes, odors, chemicals, blood borne pathogens, workspace restrictions. And loud noises.

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.

ADA Statement:

Apache Junction Unified School District is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the District will provide reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities to ensure equal access to employment opportunities, essential job functions, and the benefits and privileges of employment. Individuals who require accommodation are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

Apache Junction Unified School District does not discriminate based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including sexual preference/identity), or disability in its employment practices.