District Maintenance Worker (8 Hours) at Districtwide

District Maintenance Worker

The position of District Maintenance Worker is for the purpose of maintaining District facilities in a safe operating condition; maintaining a preventive maintenance program; and resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns.

Essential Job Functions:

• Inspect system components (e.g. parts, equipment and facility appurtenances - HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural) for the purpose of identifying potential repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventative maintenance.
• Prepare necessary documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
• Repair system components (e.g. parts, equipment and facility appurtenances - HVAC, electrical, plumbing, drywall, interior and exterior paint, baseboards, and structural) for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and efficient operating condition.
• Maintain grounds, shrubs, trees, grass, fields, gutters, parking lots and other duties as needed.
• Respond to emergency situations (e.g. facility damage, damaged equipment, roof leaks, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Display leadership, problem and decision making skills. Team player with all school personnel.
• Effective and positive communication with District administrators and maintenance staff.

Other

Job Functions:

• Assist other facilities personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Install system component parts, classroom and office equipment and facility appurtenances for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition.
• Transport materials, furnishings, equipment, supplies, waste materials, etc. for the purpose of providing and/or removing items at school and/or job sites, even functions, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements –

Qualifications:

• Experience Preferred:
  Prior job related experience.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities
  
  Required:
• Skills to operate hand and power tools used in general maintenance functions, perform basic math to calculate measurements, quantities, etc., pneumatic controls, (clocks, intercoms, fire alarms, etc.) and plumbing systems.
• Knowledge of methods and use of materials, tools and equipment used in general maintenance functions, standards for safe use of equipment. Knowledge of boilers/HVAC low pressure steam and pneumatic controls; basic plumbing.
• Abilities to follow oral and written instructions, work independently with minimal supervision, perform a variety of tasks. Personal attributes that provide excellent customer service, coachability, friendliness and approachability. Work attendance and punctuality is paramount.
• Ability to speak a second language preferred.

Working Conditions and Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.
• Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 100 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.
• Considerable fine and gross motor skills are routinely utilized.

Education Required:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Licenses, Bonding and/or Testing

Required:

Valid Driver's License and evidence of insurability, Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment).

Terms of Employment:
Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Evaluation:
Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board's Policy on Evaluation of Support Staff Personnel.