Maintenance 1st shift

Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance Technician performs a wide range of preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair tasks to keep the District facilities and equipment in reliable operating condition. Responsibilities include basic work in electrical, masonry, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, and general building systems. The role requires installing, repairing, and maintaining equipment and infrastructure according to safety standards and established maintenance practices.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training preferred
• Minimum of two years of building maintenance experience (school or commercial setting) preferred
• Experience with effective, professional working relationships with staff, students, supervisors, and school community members
• Must possess a valid driver's license to support District-wide needs and snow removal operations.
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in general maintenance and repairs, including at least one of the following areas:
• Commercial HVAC systems, boilers, and chiller plant operations (preferred)
• Building Automation Systems (preferred)
• Electrical systems (preferred)
• Plumbing systems (preferred)
• Carpentry and general building trades (preferred)
• Ability to read and follow manufacturer instructions, maintenance manuals, and work orders.
• Ability to use computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) for work orders, record-keeping & emails.
• Obtain Certified Pool Operator's license within 7 months of employment (district-supported).
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education.
• Strong communication skills; able to work independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Professional demeanor, reliable work habits, and a positive, cooperative attitude.
• Ability to understand and follow directions in English.
• Must be able to safely work in a pool environment.
• Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Essential Functions:

• Perform general building maintenance inside and outside facilities, including ceilings, roofs, electrical, plumbing, concrete, masonry, glazing, insulation, tile, pumps, fans, and HVAC systems.
• Carry out preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs on building systems and equipment; provide emergency/unscheduled repairs when needed.
• Install, troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems using appropriate tools, meters, and equipment.
• Read and interpret equipment manuals, drawings, and work orders to complete maintenance tasks and adjustments.
• Repair or replace parts, test performance, and make necessary calibrations or adjustments.
• Perform simple machinist and mechanic duties related to maintenance and repair.
• Maintain, monitor, and update the District's Building Automation System (BAS).
• Assist in maintaining seasonal grounds work such as snow removal on snow days.
• Provide custodial coverage during periods of staff absenteeism.
• Detect faulty operations, defective materials, or unusual conditions and report them to appropriate supervision.
• Comply with all safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work environment.
• Flexibility to work overtime or weekends during emergencies, weather events, or special school activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Language Skills

Communicates clearly both in oral and written format with all constituents of the District 113 community. Effectively present information and respond to questions from constituency groups. Apply knowledge of current research and theory in a specific field. Establish and maintain effective and collaborative working relationships with students, staff and the school community. Perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies.

Mathematical and Technical Skills

Basic math, algebra and strong technology skills, including standard Microsoft Office suite / Google Workspace, financial management, and data analysis.

Reasoning Ability

Define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Interpret an extensive variety of verbal and written instructions and deal with multiple abstract and concrete variables.

Contacts Outside Your Own Department:

Build positive relationships with constituents of the District 113 community that includes, teachers, school staff, administrative team, Board of Education, guardians, students, and private providers.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, write, type, speak, listen, and smell.
• The employee is regularly required to communicate with staff and others.
• The employee is frequently required to use hands and/or fingers, handle, feel, operate repair tools, equipment or controls.
• The employee may occasionally be required to climb ladders, work on lifts or scaffolding at heights above 20 feet, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, reach or crawl.
• The employee may work in confined spaces such as crawl spaces, tunnels, and…