About this role
TOWANDA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION ANTICIPATED OPENING
JOB TITLE: MAINTENANCE I FLSA: NON-EXEMPT GROUP: TAESPA REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor
JOB SUMMARY Assist in maintaining the district's buildings, grounds and equipment with an emphasis on HVAC and electrical systems. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Monitor and ensure efficient operation of district HVAC systems.
• Monitor buildings and equipment to ensure proper operations.
• Maintain and repair facilities as required.
• Assist in determining which jobs should be performed by outside contractors.
• Inform the Maintenance Supervisor of hazardous conditions and/or repair work that is needed or completed.
• Complete work orders as assigned and report any deviation from them to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Provide leadership for assigned tasks.
• Account for material and labor in relation to assignments.
• Maintain compliance with all safety and code requirements/guidelines of state, local and Board policies.
• Serve as a positive role model for students in all aspects of performance, demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of public education.
MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Assume responsibility of Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.
• Make inquiries and/or purchases as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist in snow removal and salting as necessary to provide free access to all entrances, exits and walks.
• Maintain all assigned tools, vehicles and equipment in a clean and responsible manner.
• Perform backup duties of the pool systems operator.
• Participate in meetings, workshops and conferences as required.
• Support public education and student achievement.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor .
QUALIFICATIONS
• Associate's degree in HVAC or electrical field
• Experience in HVAC and electrical fields
• Must possess experience and understanding of mechanical systems, HVAC, electrical systems and the trades.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills
• Must possess excellent math skills
• Must possess a valid driver's license
• Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994
• Submission of Federal Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects
• Ability to perform repetitive motion
• Ability to lift/carry supplies weighing 50 lbs. or more
• Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and reach overhead while standing
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of the workday
SENSORY ABILITIES
• Visual acuity
• Auditory acuity
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Must be able to work in extreme cold (32 degrees or less) and extreme heat (90 degrees or more)
TEMPERAMENT
• Must be cooperative, congenial and service oriented
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to make judgments
COGNITIVE ABILITY
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment
SPECIFIC SKILLS
• Must possess technology skills
• Ability to operate various maintenance equipment and office equipment
• Must appropriately handle confidential information
(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job)
Approved November, 2011