Maintenance Tech I Grounds Crew

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, A NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK MAY BE REQUIRED A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

Position Title: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN I

Responsible To: Maintenance Supervisor

Basic Function:

Performance Responsibilities:

• Perform variety of maintenance and repair work independently as instructed or assist other skilled trade personnel to maintain school buildings, facilities and grounds in proper condition.

• Perform a variety of building maintenance duties including repairing carpeting, drapes, plaster and drywall, repairing or replacing air vents, screens, barriers, skylights and lockers, replacing ceramic, ceiling or floor tile and performing minor or emergency roof repairs; remove and board broken windows.

• Maintain grounds, facilities and equipment including installing and repairing wire fences, mesh wires, signs and playground equipment.

• Repair, assemble, install and assist in the construction of doors, partitions, furniture, counters, bulletin boards, chalk boards, shelving and other items; set up for special events; move furniture.

• Perform cement work such as mixing, pouring, and finishing cement; patch asphalt and cement; lay and repair asphalt.

• Prepare surfaces for painting; apply finishes and coverings using brushes, rollers, spray equipment and cutters as necessary.

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on doorknobs, locks, hinges, closures, strike plates and panic bars.

• Maintain routine records related to maintenance activities.

• Operate a variety of equipment and machines such as trucks, saws, drills, sanders, pipe threaders, welding equipment and other hand and power tools; operate a forklift as required.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Methods, equipment and materials used in maintenance and repair work.

• Basic shop math.

• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.

• Basic record-keeping techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform semi-skilled to skilled maintenance work independently as instructed or assist skilled maintenance trades personnel.

• Operate a variety of maintenance equipment and machines including hand and power tools.

• Understand and follow oral and written directions.

• Lift heavy objects.

• Communicate effectively with others.

• Maintain routine records.

• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.

• Work cooperatively with others.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and two years general maintenance experience.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

Valid Kentucky driver's license

Terms of Employment:

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

Evaluation:

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.