School Site Repairperson

To perform semi-skilled work in all areas such as air conditioning, plumbing, hardware, carpentry, grounds, etc., and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs to various parts of the building and grounds in a responsible and accurate manner.

The School Site Repair person shall
carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

• Receive written or oral instructions from the principal or designee for maintenance assignments.
• Use tools and equipment properly and observe good safety practices at all times.
• Report all work beyond his/her capabilities to the appropriate supervisor.
• Order materials as required through proper channels.
• Keep proper records and reports on work assignments.
• Perform other duties as specified below:
  • Air conditioning - monitor boilers: clean or replace filters, cooling tower and boiler water treatment. Inspect and replace air handler belts. Lubricate system according to specifications.
  • Carpentry: door and lock repair, door checks, replace floor tile and baseboards, plaster patching, furniture assembly and repair, ceiling tile, locker and glass replacement. Assemble furniture, build shelves and counters.
  • Grounds: planting plants, pruning of shrubs, trees, edging and grass cutting.
  • Electric: replacing lamps and tubes, replace ballasts, repair and/or replace receptacles, switches and plates, extension cords and lubricate motors.

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Three (3) years recent experience with The School Board of Broward County Florida, in repair and maintenance work.
• General knowledge of minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, equipment, and grounds. Must know preventative maintenance and what it stands for. The ability to use power and hand tools associated with the various trades. The ability to work effectively from ladders with due regard to safety for self and others. The ability to assume responsibility and accomplish most tasks with little or no guidance or supervision.
  
  Must be able to work well with others and be able to follow both written and oral instructions. Must provide own hand tools.
• Must complete the Professional and Master Facilities Service job related training programs, offered by Broward County Public Schools, and receive Professional and Master Facilities Service certification prior to applying for the position.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

• Bilingual skills are preferred.

Majority of contact is with employees within the department utilizing communication skills requiring tact and courtesy to give or receive information directly related to performing the job.

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