Maintenance Specialist

The Saraland Board of Education is accepting applications for the following classified position.

Maintenance Specialist

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Five (5) years of experience in the designated trade/skill area, or a combination of training and experience

• Possess and maintain a valid Alabama bus driver license (BDL) and commercial driver’s license (CDL) within six (6) months of employment

• Ability to perform general school facility maintenance

• Ability to meet suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions relevant to specific trades

• Ability to read and follow plans, directions, and layouts

• Ability to estimate time and materials required for efficient project completion

• Ability to climb and work from scaffolding, ladders, and heights, as well as in confined spaces

• Physical ability to sit or stand for extended periods, stoop, kneel, crawl, bend, turn, and reach

• Strength and agility to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and exert up to 75 pounds of force

• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors year-round, including in noisy, crowded environments and inclement weather

• Willingness to work after hours, weekends, or holidays as necessary

• Such alternative qualifications as the Board may require

Director of Operations

• Support and promote the school system’s mission, vision, beliefs, and goals

• Maintain positive public relations for the school and school system

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance; follow procedures for recording attendance and submitting leave requests

• Report to assigned locations at designated times, prepared to perform duties as directed by the Director of Operations

• Avoid outside employment that interferes with the effective discharge of duties

• Perform general construction tasks (e.g., framing, drywall installation, doors, windows, painting, decking)

• Perform carpentry tasks (e.g., attaching cork strips, mounting bulletin boards, repairing desks and chairs)

• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, and grids

• Perform routine plumbing tasks (e.g., unclogging toilets, urinals, and drains)

• Conduct touch-up painting, floor/carpet tile repair, and minor concrete work (e.g., sidewalks, pads)

• Complete work orders independently, ensuring projects meet trade standards and are completed efficiently and neatly

• Prioritize tasks and use time effectively

• Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding school and workplace matters

• Demonstrate initiative in identifying problems or opportunities for improvement

• Report potential problems, unusual events, or irregularities to supervisory personnel

• Respond promptly and positively to inquiries, requests, and feedback

• Maintain and submit reports, records, and correspondence in a timely, accurate manner

• Properly use and care for tools, equipment, and material resources

• Adhere to school system rules, administrative procedures, Board policies, and applicable laws

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Director of Operations

Twelve (12) month contract

Performance evaluated in accordance with Board policy

Board approved salary schedule

No applicant or employee shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnicity, marital status, disability if otherwise qualified, political or religious beliefs, national origin, social and family background, or on the basis of the use of a language other than English, be discriminated against by this school system.

The statements above outline the general nature and scope of work performed by individuals in this classification. They should not be interpreted as a comprehensive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Personnel may be asked to perform tasks outside their usual responsibilities as necessary.