Building Mechanic, AM High School

Building Mechanic – AM High School at Spring ISD

Reporting To: Facility Foreman

Wage/Hour Status: Nonexempt

Pay Grade: Aux 7

Annual Salary Range: $40,352 – $47,486

Primary

Purpose:

The High School Building Mechanic maintains the physical building to ensure it is in optimal condition for educational use.

• Perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs on auxiliary mechanical systems.
• Conduct scheduled, periodic operational and maintenance checks on building systems and equipment.
• Repair minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and paint items; assist technicians as needed.
• Check A/C filters bi‑monthly and replace as necessary; keep a maintenance filter log.
• Monitor control panels and maintain all building complex systems.
• Clean condenser coils on chillers every 6 months and on fan coil units once a year.
• Inspect roof drains, gutters, and downspouts at least once a week.
• Respond to emergency call‑outs (24/7) and other crisis situations.
• Work night and varying shifts as required; handle parking lot repairs, move furniture and equipment.
• Follow all safety regulations related to any and all job functions.

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Five+ years of experience in a related field.
• Basic skills and knowledge to perform preventative maintenance and minor repair of physical facility MEP auxiliary systems.
• Knowledge of potential hazards and necessary safety precautions with equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions and maintain good interpersonal relationships.

• Ability to perform tasks involving bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, and walking.
• Normal mobility of fingers, hands, wrists, arms, neck, back, waist, legs, knees, and ankles.
• Working with chemicals and various thinners and gl
• Lift up to 150 pounds and carry up to 25 pounds for distances up to 20 feet.
• Climb ladder up to 14 feet and handle 30 shifts per 8h work period.

• Average hearing.
• Corrected 20/20 vision.
• Good depth perception.

• Use of chemicals.
• Exposure to normal noise levels.
• Occasional outdoor work.
• Work both inside (with/without AC) and alone or as part of a team.

• Rubber gloves and goggles when handling chemicals.
• Back support belts when lifting.

• Day‑1 orientation:
  Hazardous Communications, MSDS, Fire Safety, Proper Lifting Techniques, Eye Safety.
• Asbestos awareness course within first 90 days.
• 24 hours of hands‑on training by a district building mechanic.
• 8 hours of hands‑on training in assigned facility under supervisor.