General Maintenance Technician (1965)

Rochester Community Schools • Rochester, MI

5d • $26

About The Position

GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN 1.0 FTE $25.71/hour 2025-2026 Salary per GMTTA Master Agreement 2025-2028 QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or General Education Development (GED). Physical ability to perform assigned job duties such as climb ladders, lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time. Must possess a Chauffeur Driver’s License. Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities. Possesses a general working knowledge of building maintenance, carpentry, roofing, electricity, mechanical functions and refrigeration. Ability to work with computers. Certified Pool Operator/Aquatics Facilities Operator (CPO/AFO) Certification preferred. Must be able to distinguish colors correctly. Must have a minimum of 2 years maintenance experience. Regular, reliable and punctual attendance required. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable. REPORTS TO: Facilities and Grounds Manager JOB GOAL: Maintenance of all properties owned by the Rochester Community Schools in an efficient, economical manner. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs the following services, in a safe, efficient manner: Architectural/Building Envelope: Install large/heavy wall mounted equipment Repair/replace floor and wall tile Doors/Frames/Hardware: Repair/replace window hardware Adjust door closers Troubleshoot card access systems Troubleshoot café/gym wall Roofing: Inspect roofing Remove debris from roof/drains/gutters Troubleshoot leaks Electrical: Change light switches/receptacles Troubleshoot power issues Plumbing: Power snake drains Repair water fountains Repair sinks and/or faucets Repair/install flush valves General Is able to determine what is needed to complete assigned tasks and skillfully and efficiently uses time and resources to execute those tasks. Is available during work shift for any work assignment as deemed necessary to resolve maintenance and/or operational problems within the District. Possesses knowledge of safe work habits and practices same. Reports to the proper authority any unsafe or dangerous conditions existing on school properties or within the buildings and any irregular use of buildings and grounds. Presents a record of work accomplished daily. Reports in and out to the proper person (building secretary or administrator) when work is to be performed within that building or on the grounds. Continually attempts to increase his/her skills and is knowledgeable about updated equipment and methods by attending school, seminars, etc. Participates on emergency work crews whenever available. Obtains work order data via the computerized maintenance management system. Trains Custodial Support Technicians in maintenance and repairs Performs other duties as assigned by the Facilities and Grounds Manager. = Essential Job Functions Notice of Nondiscrimination - Rochester Community Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, creed or ancestry, age, sex, marital status, height, weight, familial status, arrest record or physical and mental disabilities in accordance with the Elliot-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) MCL 37.2206, Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PWCRA), MCL 37.1206, Title II, Title VI, and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendment Act of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (8U.S.C., Section 1324A Et. Seq.) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. In addition, individuals will not be excluded from, or be denied, the benefits of participation in any program or activity for which the Board of Education of the Rochester Community School District is responsible on the basis of such characteristics. Rochester Community Schools has designated the following individuals as Compliance Coordinators at 52585 Dequindre Rd., Rochester, MI 48307. Title II and Section 504 – Students: Pasquale Cusumano, Assistant Superintendent of Secondary and Adult Education, [phone]; Equal Employment Opportunity/Section 504 for non-students: David Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, [phone]; Title IX Coordinator: David Murphy, Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, [phone].

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED)
• Physical ability to perform assigned job duties such as climb ladders, lift 50 pounds, stand for long periods of time
• Must possess a Chauffeur Driver’s License
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Possesses a general working knowledge of building maintenance, carpentry, roofing, electricity, mechanical functions and refrigeration
• Ability to work with computers
• Must be able to distinguish colors correctly
• Must have a minimum of 2 years maintenance experience
• Regular, reliable and punctual attendance required
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

Nice To Haves

• Certified Pool Operator/Aquatics Facilities Operator (CPO/AFO) Certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Install large/heavy wall mounted equipment
• Repair/replace floor and wall tile
• Repair/replace window hardware
• Adjust door closers
• Troubleshoot card access systems
• Troubleshoot café/gym wall
• Inspect roofing
• Remove debris from roof/drains/gutters
• Troubleshoot leaks
• Change light switches/receptacles
• Troubleshoot power issues
• Power snake drains
• Repair water fountains
• Repair sinks and/or faucets
• Repair/install flush valves
• determine what is needed to complete assigned tasks and skillfully and efficiently uses time and resources to execute those tasks
• available during work shift for any work assignment as deemed necessary to resolve maintenance and/or operational problems within the District
• Reports to the proper authority any unsafe or dangerous conditions existing on school properties or within the buildings and any irregular use of buildings and grounds
• Presents a record of work accomplished daily
• Reports in and out to the proper person (building secretary or administrator) when work is to be performed within that building or on the grounds
• Continually attempts to increase his/her skills and is knowledgeable about updated equipment and methods by attending school, seminars, etc
• Participates on emergency work crews whenever available
• Obtains work order data via the computerized maintenance management system
• Trains Custodial Support Technicians in maintenance and repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Facilities and Grounds Manager

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED