Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout the district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

Experience:

One-year experience in general building maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.

2. Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.

3. Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.

4. Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.

5. Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.

6. Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.

7. Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

8. Hang pictures, mirror, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items required.

9. Install door and window assemblies and hardware, including window glass and screens.

10. Install ceiling and flooring materials.

Safety

11. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.

12. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.

13. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

14. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Other

15. Operate trucks to transport furniture and equipment throughout the district.

16. Perform disaster duty when needed.

17. Respond to after hours emergencies as needed.

18. Work on special after-hours projects such as sporting events, graduations, etc.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Maintenance Worker