Maintenance Technician

Position Description

POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB POSTING NOTIFICATION

Date of Posting:
June 10, 2026

Position Title:

Maintenance Technician, part-time, non-represented

• Completed Polson School District Application

NON-DISCRIMINATION DISCLOSURE

The Polson School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, marital status, veteran or military status, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal in employment, educational programs or activities.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs a variety of general maintenance duties, which include electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and construction in the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment.

• Inspect buildings, electrical systems, grounds, and equipment to ensure safe, well‑maintained conditions, identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair.
• Perform minor troubleshooting and repairs; replace light bulbs, ballasts and fuses.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on HVAC system, changing filters, bearings.
• Complete maintenance work orders as assigned and in a timely manner.
• Identify and perform basic service and repair on plumbing fixtures; open clogged lines and drains.
• Identify and assist with carpentry and repair work.
• Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools, including saws, routers, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools.
• Inspect, service, and maintain operational functionality of doors and windows.
• Basic ability to read, interpret and work from blueprints, drawings, or oral instruction on a variety of structures related to the construction project.
• Install or replace plugs, switches, and outlets.
• Assist with snow removal.
• Perform periodic maintenance of lawn equipment and vehicles.
• Assist with moving, loading, unloading, and storing supplies, furniture, and equipment.
• Wear proper protective equipment while performing job duties (i.e., goggles, helmet, back brace, knee pads).
• Performs strenuous manual labor as required for climbing, and/or overhead work.
• Communicate effectively in a professional, tactful, and courteous manner with students, employees, faculty and the general public.
• Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision.

Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.

Thorough knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures while using chemicals, power tools, hand tools and equipment; knowledge of proper lifting techniques; ability to operate heavy equipment; understanding of methods, techniques, materials, tools and equipment used in maintenance, repair and electrical work; ability to properly perform basic welding; knowledge of department and district policies, procedures, and practices with the ability to answer work‑related questions;

and/or interpret and apply these guidelines correctly in various situations. Ability to use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely. Ability to learn and apply proper maintenance procedures and use of equipment and supplies. Ability to follow procedures installing, testing, operating, or repairing machinery or technology systems. Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices and Safety Data Sheets.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Five years of successful experience in building maintenance or related field.
• Possess a boiler’s license or ability and willingness to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Regular attendance and punctuality.
• Good physical condition and fitness.
• Understand and follow a work schedule.
• Keep basic work records and make reports.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to handle stressful situations.
• Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employee regularly works both indoors and outdoors. The employee will work with or near motorized tools and mechanical equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally work in high areas such as on rooftops or scaffolding, and/or work in confined spaces.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand, travel from one building to another, push heavy equipment, twist at neck and waist, reach, and kneel. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work…