Remote Building Maintenance Technician, Nome School District (Wage DOE & Federal Benefits - 3x3 ROT​/Housing​/No Meals

Remote Building Maintenance Technician

The Remote Building Maintenance Technician position provides scheduled, unscheduled, preventative and emergency maintenance services for all Nome Public Schools District facilities. This position will support maintenance and repair for the Nome Public Schools in Nome, AK. This is a 3-week on & 3-week off rotational position working in Nome, AK. Housing is provided by the Nome Public Schools, meals are not included.

The point of hiring origin is Anchorage, AK. Must have a valid driver's license.

• Performs preventative and corrective maintenance on all physical plant equipment. This includes but is not limited to HVAC systems, building automation systems, electrical, plumbing systems, oil fired boilers, hydronic hot water heating systems and heavy equipment operation.
• Keeps equipment, systems, and buildings ready for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; following established policies and procedures; reporting needed changes.
• Performs plumbing duties such as snaking and clearing stoppages, replacing fittings, p-traps, toilets, sinks, faucets, installing dishwashers, trouble-shooting leaks, changing water heater elements, etc.
• Replaces electrical fixtures and outlets.
• Troubleshoots appliances, installs and repairs cabinets, adjusts doors, etc.
• Painting of interior and exterior surfaces, etc.
• Carpentry and drywall repairs.
• Monitors status of Fire alarm, fire protection, emergency power and building automation and controls systems routinely.
• Maintains continuity between shifts by documenting maintenance actions; noting system or equipment irregularities requiring continued monitoring.
• Documents all work and actions taken and inputs data into a computer management system.
• Provides technical direction to other maintenance employees when needed.
• Maintains NMS Maintenance and Safety Standards.
• Assists with the organization and cleanliness of maintenance shop, removes garbage as needed.
• Other duties that are pertinent to the department or unit's success may also be assigned.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) or more years of verifiable experience in the building maintenance, electrical, HVAC, plumbing trades.
• Must have basic skills in Word and Excel and the ability to operate the Maintenance Work Order System.
• Driver's License and an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years to be eligible under NMS' vehicle insurance policy.

• Extensive facility maintenance experience with emphasis on commercial electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Previous experience with Direct Digital Control systems is preferred.
• Possess a 3rd class boiler license.
• Technical certificate or higher in an established building trade is strongly desired.
• Heavy Equipment operations experience is preferred.

Weather:
Indoor/Outdoor (Frequent exposure to extreme weather conditions) Noise level:
Moderate Office conditions:
Pace of work environment:
Medium Customer Interaction:
Medium Description of environment:
School facility Frequently required to walk, stand, and lift. Occasionally required to pull and push.

Physical requirements:

Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Travel:
None

Safety guides our behavior. Honesty and integrity govern our activities. Commitments made will be fulfilled. All individuals are treated with dignity and respect. The environment will be protected and sustained.