Maintenance Worker

Job Title:General Maintenance Worker
Exemption Status:Nonexempt
Reports to:Director of Maintenance & Facilities
Department:Maintenance

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 drivers 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

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

Safety

1. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
2. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor.
3. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
4. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

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