Maintenance Technician - Generalist
Penn Manor School District - Position Description

Posting: 10/22/26 - 11/5/26
Report to: Director of Buildings & Grounds
Location: District Wide
Status: 260 Days Hourly/Permanent
Hours: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm Monday - Friday, 40 hours per week

Note: Additional $3.00/hr if Certified

Summary
Maintains and repairs district buildings, grounds, and mechanical systems (including electrical and HVAC) to ensure safe, continuous, and efficient facility operations.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Inspect district buildings, grounds, and core mechanical systems (pumps, fire alarms, sprinkler systems) to ensure proper operation and safety.
Perform facility repairs, routine maintenance, installation tasks, furniture assembly, and building access maintenance (with an emphasis on door hardware and automated entry systems).
Perform troubleshooting, installation, and repairs on electrical systems across standard voltages (12VDC–480VAC), including breakers, switches, receptacles, lighting, motors, and cord reels.
Utilize specialized district control software (NRG Controls, Encelium Lighting, Lutron Controls) and construction blueprints to locate circuits and manage building systems.
Conduct routine maintenance and basic troubleshooting on HVAC equipment (heat pumps, boilers, chillers, booster pumps, and geothermal water loops). (EPA certification preferred).
Execute assigned work orders accurately and keep the Director and Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds informed of hazard conditions, repairs needed, or project deviations.
Estimate repair costs, recommend/order necessary supplies through local distributors, and accurately track materials and labor associated with work assignments.
Assist department leadership in determining which specialized maintenance or repair jobs require outside contractor support.
Assist with snow and ice removal across district grounds to ensure safe passage at all entrances, exits, and walkways.
Provide functional direction and task oversight for temporary, seasonal, or summer maintenance help as assigned by the Assistant Director of Buildings & Grounds.
Maintain all district-assigned tools, vehicles, and equipment responsibly while adhering to local, state, and Board safety standards and code requirements.
Serve as a substitute custodian at any district building when required, and perform other duties as assigned by department leadership.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Vocational training, formal apprenticeship, or equivalent work experience in general building maintenance trades (Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC, Carpentry, and Mechanical systems).
Demonstrated skill in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems (strong electrical experience preferred).
Ability to read and interpret mechanical schematics, operating procedures, and equipment maintenance manuals.
Knowledge of standard facility cleaning chemicals and proper safety/handling procedures (SDS).
Basic computer proficiency and familiar with standard office equipment.
Valid PA Driver’s license and /or access to independent transportation
Pre-employment requirements as designated by the PA School Code

Physical Requirements and Sensory Abilities

Ability to reach above and below the waist, bend, twist, kneel, stoop, climb, and crawl
Ability to stand, walk, or move throughout the workday (including standing up to 3 hours, walking up to 1 hour, or sitting up to 1 hour at a time)
Ability to use fingers to pick, feel, and grasp objects, and use both hands for repetitive motion
Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 75 lbs unassisted.
Ability to push, pull, or maneuver up to 125 lbs using material handling equipment or team lifting.
Ability to work in fluctuating inside and outside environmental conditions, including: Extreme cold (32°F or less) and extreme heat (90°F or more)
Ability to operate various maintenance equipment and district vehicles.
Exposure to physical hazards, including conditions that may affect the respiratory system or skin
Visual acuity and auditory acuity

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.)