General Maintenance

PRIMARY

PURPOSE:

* Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems through the district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education/Certification:

* Must have a Valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/

Skills:

* Ability follow verbal and written instructions

* Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

* Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

* Ability to operate hand and power tools

* Ability to work independently

Experience:

* One year experience in general building maintenance or HVAC maintenance preferred.

MAJOR

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Maintenance and Repair:

* Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems;

* Inspect building exterior and interior, perform maintenance and minor repairs.

* Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.

* Complete repairs as requested on work orders or by maintenance foreman.

* Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.

* Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

* Hang pictures, mirrors, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items as required.

* Install ceiling and flooring materials.

* Perform preventive schedule on all HVAC equipment in the district

* Keep records on preventive maintenance schedules

* Work with Adminstrators, Supervisors, and other support personnel

* Replace window units (as assigned)

Driving:

* Operate light truck to transport furniture and equipment throughout the district.

Safety:

* Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures.

* Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

* Correct unsafe conditions in the area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.

* Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

Other:

* Maintain good working communications with co-workers and other staff members.

* Maintain good attitude in difficult situations.

* Help maintain cohesiveness among employees.

* Perform duties in a timely and organized manner.

* Project a professional image through demeanor and dress.

* Comply with Maintenance/Transportation Department policies and procedures.

* Comply with policies and procedures as outlined in employee handbook and addendum.

* Maintain regular and reliable attendance.

* Adhere to proper channels when communicating ideas, problems, etc.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used:

Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture:

Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion:

Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting:

Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment:

Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands:

Maintain emotional control under stress

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list.

Calendar days: 260