Primary Purpose:

Follow routine cleaning and maintenance procedures to maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency of building operations and grounds.

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

Ensure safe and orderly transportation of students on the assigned route. Operate school bus that transports students and other authorized personnel to and from schools or other designated location.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Valid Texas commercial driver’s license (Class B)

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to read and understand instructions for cleaning, maintenance, and safety procedures

Knowledge of minor repair techniques.

Ability to operate cleaning equipment and lift heavy equipment

Ability to properly handle cleaning supplies

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

Must be 18 years of age

Ability to pass alcohol and drug test

Ability to complete required bus driver safety training

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to communicate effectively

Knowledge of student discipline procedure

Ability to manage student behavior

Ability to operate bus

Experience:

One year experience in general building maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

1. Perform preventive maintenance to ensure the comfort, health, and safety of students and staff.

2. Make minor building repairs as needed and report major repair needs to principal/supervisor.

3. Move furniture or equipment within building as directed by principal/supervisor.

4. Assist in setting up facilities for special events.

5. 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.

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

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

8. Complete repairs as requested on work orders or by maintenance foreman.

9. Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.

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

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

12. Hang pictures, mirrors, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items as required.

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

14. Install ceiling and flooring materials.

Bus Operation

15. Follow assigned route and adhere to established schedules.

16. Drive bus to and from extracurricular activities.

17. Check bus for mechanical defects before and after each operation and notify supervisor of needed repairs.

18. Report all accidents, vehicle damage, student injuries, and mechanical failures. Complete required reports.

19. Keep required bus mileage and other records.

20. Keep assigned bus clean and fueled.

Student Management

21. Supervise students while they board and leave the bus and cross the street.

22. Communicate with teachers and parents on a daily basis regarding student behavior while on bus.

23. Maintain discipline; report student discipline problems to appropriate administrator.

24. Instruct students on safe riding rules and regulations.

Bus Safety

25. Observe all traffic laws and safety regulations for school buses.

26. Inspect bus by checking fuel, oil, water, tires, lights, brakes, and steering to ensure bus can be operated safely before driving.

27. Ensure proper condition of emergency equipment, such as first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flags, fuses, crow bar, and reflector.

28. Correct unsafe conditions in work area that could cause an accident and inform supervisory of any conditions that are not correctable immediately.

29. Install snow chains during inclement weather.

30. Report any hazardous conditions along the route.

Other Safety

31. Assist with opening and closing building each school day.

32. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

33. Check daily to ensure that all exit doors are open and all panic bolts are working properly during hours of building occupancy.

34. Inspect machines and equipment for safety and efficiency.

35. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

36. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.

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

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

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

Other (Bus):

40. Operate two-way radio equipment to communicate with district personnel.

41. Work irregular hours as needed.

42. Attend and complete required training program to maintain safety certification.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Power tools (drill, saw, etc.), welder (gas and electric air), concrete mixer, mower, weed trimmer, blower, edger, and garden tools.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking, standing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, and heavy lifting and carrying. Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces, and ladders. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures, vibrations, dust, fumes, odors, toxic chemicals and materials. Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Work around moving objects or vehicles.

Bus Driver/Maintenace - Anticipated