MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN - Vacancy ID: 220717

Summary: The Maintenance Technician supports the maintenance operations services throughout the district. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing skilled carpentry work in the maintenance, repair, and construction of school district facilities, ensuring that all buildings and structures are safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. The work involves the installation, alteration, and repair of various items, equipment, and structures. The position requires a thorough knowledge of carpentry techniques and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. Should have experience with all types of woodworking equipment.

NOTE:  Other duties may be assigned. The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to this position. 

Key Skills and Abilities

● Must be able to demonstrate strong leadership skills (strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills).  Should be able to earn the trust and confidence of their co-workers and be able to take personal accountability.

● Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.

● Must have the ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

● Must have strong verbal and written communication skills.

● Must demonstrate strong convictions and support for the District’s and School’s mission, vision, and goals.

● Must promote the success of all students and operations workers by acting with integrity, fairness, and in an ethical manner.

● Ability to work positively and effectively with District personnel.

● Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and the community.

● Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and the Board of Education policies.

● Must be able to demonstrate ability to interact with all levels within the School District.

● Must be able to work independently as well as within a team.

● Proficient in the use of hand and power tools common to the carpentry trade

● Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications

● Strong understanding of building codes, safety regulations, and carpentry techniques

● Ability to work outside, in extreme conditions as needed

● Experience with various snow removal equipment

● Ability to effectively use a variety of technologies, including but not limited to email systems, word processing software, internet, and the ability to adapt to changes in technology

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:

● Required to work nights, weekends, and odd hours when repair or emergency situations occur.

● Performs various maintenance activities through the district work order system.

● Assists with building automation systems throughout the district to help ensure energy savings.

● Help manage the maintenance supplies and equipment for the purpose of ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner

● Follows employee handbook for the maintenance personnel.

● Actively seeks to improve Buildings and Grounds within the district

● Other duties as assigned by the Manager of Maintenance Operations and Director of Facilities.

● Assists with the district snow removal needs.

● Receive and respond to any emergency calls as needed.

● Coordinates with outside contractors as needed.

● Helps manage district-wide mechanical systems.

● Works under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; and operating within a defined budget

● Ensure all work complies with local building codes, safety regulations, and district policies

● Maintain a safe work environment by following all safety protocols and guidelines

● Fit and install window frames, door frames, doors, wood and metal studs, and drywall partitions

● Construct and repair shelves, cabinets, closets, counters, stools, benches, stands and bookcases

● Install hardware such as hinges, catches, locks, drawer pulls, kick plates, checks, and panic bars

● Install and repair window coverings including drapes, shades, blinds, curtain rods, and guards

● Install glass in windows, doors, cabinets, walls, and partitions

● Repair or replace ceiling tile, floor tile, ceramic tile

● Knowledge of and/or ability to learn keying system

● Adjust, repair, and replace door locks, padlocks, combination locks, and various other fastening devices such as panic hardware, door checks, latches, catches, fasteners, door closers, and locking devices

● Perform preventive maintenance on locks and hardware including cleaning, lubricating and tightening parts

● Perform snowplowing and snow removal