Maintenance​/Skilled Generalist (Mechanical​/Electrical​/Carpentry

Maintenance/Skilled Generalist (Mechanical/Electrical/Carpentry)

CENTENNIAL SD 28J Maintenance
- Portland, Oregon Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Centennial School District 28J

Job : 5880231

Final date to receive applications: Aug 21, 2026 4:30 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Posted: Aug 11, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Sep 1, 2026

LOCATION: Maintenance Department

HOURS: 8 Hours Per Day (7:00am – 3:30pm)

CALENDAR: 260 Days Per Year;
July
- June

SALARY: $34.26 - $47.42 Per Hour (Range L)

Position is eligible for an hourly differential of $3.75 above the base wage for those who possess or obtain a journey-level credential in the field of plumbing, carpentry, or electrician.

BENEFITS: PERS, Medical, Dental, Vision, Optional Insurances, Paid Leaves, Holiday Pay, etc.

START DATE: September 1 2026

Final date to receive applications: Open Until Filled

JOB PURPOSE STATEMENT/S: The position of Maintenance/Skilled Generalist (Mechanical/Electrical/Carpentry) is to provide safe, attractive, schools, playgrounds, and equipment to support students learning, play and development. The work requires considerable working knowledge of motorized equipment, electricity, asbestos abatement, and hand/power tools in order to perform work activities.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintain and repair boilers, HVAC and refrigeration motors, belts, bearings, and other mechanical parts and equipment.
• Maintain and repair electrical equipment up to levels of LBME license including but not limited to lighting, electrical outlets, minor rewiring.
• Maintain all ground equipment.
• Maintain and repair tools and equipment including small gas engines, electrical motors, vacuum cleaners and similar equipment. Assist with general building maintenance including floors, carpets, concrete work, roofs and gutters.
• Inspect turf for aeration and drainage issues and take or recommend appropriate action, fertilize and seed as needed for optimum turf health and playability.
• Install, maintain, and repair irrigation systems.
• Assist with snow and ice removal.
• Train grounds staff on the set-up of fields for athletic games and meets.
• Encapsulate and abate small areas of asbestos (with appropriate license) up to License Type I.

OTHER

JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Work cooperatively with others.
• Possess knowledge of District policies and regulations relating to area of responsibility.
• Communicate with appropriate directors, such as Facilities Director, Director of Business and Operations, and Athletic Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS –

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Prior job-related experience within craft.
• Skills, Knowledge and/or Abilities
  
  Required:
  
  

Skills to operate hand and power tools used in general grounds maintenance work and small machinery, including tractor/mowing devices.

Knowledge of methods and use of materials, tools, processes and equipment used in grounds maintenance work.

Knowledge of cultivation, weed control, seeding, and planting of trees and shrubs.

Abilities to stand for prolonged periods; understand and carry out oral and written instructions, establish priorities; work independently and with minimal supervision; and meet schedules and deadlines. Physical abilities include lifting, carrying/pushing/pulling, stooping/crouching, reaching/handling, near/far visual acuity/depth perception/visual accommodation/field of vision.

Ability to speak a second language preferred.

• Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licenses, Bonding, and/or Testing
  
  Required:
  
  Valid driver’s license and Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance (applicant agrees to assume cost upon offer of employment). Oregon Limited Building Maintenance Electricians (LBME) License, Universal Refrigeration License, Asbestos Class I License.

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. Report to the Facilities Director.

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $34.26 to $47.42 Per Year

• At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

• Bryan Van Dyke , Facilities Director
• Maintenance
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