Maintenance Specialist

Job Title: Maintenance Specialist Reports to: Director of Maintenance Status: Non-exempt Terms: 260 Days Pay Grade: Auxiliary 4 Primary Purpose: Responsible for maintenance and repair services for assigned district facilities. Assist director of maintenance to maintain the physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that it may be fully used at all times. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Clear and valid Texas driver's license Special Knowledge/Skills: Specific knowledge of one craft used in building repair and maintenance including carpentry; electrical repair; heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; painting; or plumbing General knowledge of other crafts used in building repair and maintenance Ability to read blueprints and schematics preferred Ability to perform mathematical calculations Effective organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills Experience: Two to four years of experience in a craft field preferred Major Responsibilities and Duties: Facilities Maintenance and Repair 1. Work cooperatively with principals, facilities managers, and Director of Maintenance to schedule and complete repairs. 2. Estimate cost of repair projects including labor, materials, and other related costs. 3. Perform repairs and assist skilled workers to complete repairs as needed. Inspection 4. Inspect as directed all district buildings and facilities and initiate repairs as needed. Safety 5. Maintain safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment. Maintenance Specialist 6. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 7. Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor. 8. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities. Inventory and Equipment 9. Prepare, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment. Ensure that maintenance is completed and equipment is in safe operating condition. Recommend replacement of existing equipment when necessary. 10. Conduct regular inventory of physical equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records. Order tools, equipment, and supplies as needed. ** Other 11. Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed. 12. Assist in the preparation of department budget. 13. Assist in recruiting, screening, selection, training, and/or evaluation of maintenance employees as needed. 14. Maintain accurate information for payroll reporting (time cards, tardiness, and absenteeism). Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools; power tools; light truck or van Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions 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 sl