School Maintenance Worker

Job DescriptionJob Description

We are seeking a School Maintenance Worker to become part of our team. You will perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical and sanitary systems.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

·         Repair and maintenance of facility, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.

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

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

·         Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by supervisor.

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

·         Perform other duties, as assigned.

Safety.

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

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

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

·         Maintain a clean and a safe work space.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools

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

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 overtime hours;

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Qualifications:

·         Previous experience in maintenance or other related fields

·         Familiarity with hand-held tools and equipment

·         Deadline and detail-oriented

·         Ability to handle physical workload