Maintenance Mechanic III - Building Services

Maintenance Mechanic III - Building Services

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Maintenance Mechanic III - Building Services

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Building Services

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Maintenance Mechanic III

Building Services

ACPS employees enjoy competitive pay and benefits, including health & dental coverage, retirement, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, wellness program, discounts on gym memberships, and more! Be sure to check out our website to learn more about our Division and our Schools.

General Definition Of Work

This is the advanced level mechanic position. Works independently to perform advanced skilled work in servicing, repair and maintenance of school facilities and associated equipment; quality to be near journeyman level; possesses an advanced knowledge in at least one building trade and working knowledge of general maintenance and repairs;
Shift work may be required. Supervision is exercised over less skilled workers. May be on call 24 hours, 7 days a week for emergency situations, including weather and other building emergencies.

Essential Functions

• Performs advanced skilled work in one or more specialties, such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC or carpentry;
• Assists in the troubleshooting, repair and maintenance of facility equipment and systems;
• Repairs windows and doors, builds shelves and partitions;
• Replaces locks, door closures and screens;
• May install and repair plumbing lines and fixtures;
• Establishes appropriate safe practices for school staff and other employees;
• Provides cost estimations for repairs, installation and general maintenance services;
• May respond to heating and cooling service requests and repairs HVAC systems and repair refrigeration equipment;
• Adheres to safety standards in accordance to Department's safety manual;
• Performs related tasks as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Must possess a working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used in general building maintenance work; a thorough knowledge of, applicable code requirements, occupational hazards and necessary safety precautions associated with work; ability to use test meters, read complex building prints, electrical schematic drawings, plans and specifications, and research parts and materials for projects; ability to communicate orally and in writing;

ability to comprehend contract documents. Have a general knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, and be familiar with reading blueprints. Must have a thorough knowledge of the buildings systems including one or more of the following systems: water, sewer, electrical, HVAC, sprinkler and alarm systems, computer monitoring system, and be very familiar with the work order system; advanced knowledge of methods, tools and equipment of at least one building trade.

Education And Experience

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school and five years experience in Building Services, and satisfactory completion of the 4th year of CATEC, or approved Apprenticeship Program, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Drug screening and tuberculin test is required. Must possess driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Negative drug screening and tuberculin test required. Possession of a valid Virginia Drivers license and within six months of employment, possession of a valid Virginia Commercial Driver?s license.

Physical Conditions And Nature Of Work Contacts

Work involves frequent walking, lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Frequently works from ladders, in cramped spaces, in dusty conditions, and in inclement weather; regular contact with office personnel, other staff members, vendors, individuals from other departments and the general public. Work environment routinely exposes employee to potential major injuries, occasional exposure to hazardous substances. Work requires dexterity in using of both hands, hand-eye coordination and processing basic mechanical sequence of events.

Evaluation

Will be evaluated on the ability and effectiveness to carry out the responsibilities as outlined.

PG 12 2025-26Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Education Management

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