Lead Maintenance Mechanic-District Wide

Williamsville Central School District•East Amherst, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The work involves responsibility for the efficient operation and upkeep of school mechanical and electrical equipment in a suburban school district. The incumbent is responsible for the repair and maintenance of all facilities and equipment. Does related work as required.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma
Five (5) years of experience in the building or service trade, one (1) year of which was in a supervisory capacity; OR Nine (9) years of experience in the building or service trades, one (1) year of which was in a supervisory capacity; OR An equivalent combination of training and experience
Possession of a valid Class 5 New York State driver’s license at the time of appointment
Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and ventilating systems
Thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology and tools used in the carpentry, electrical, plumbing and heating trades
Thorough knowledge of the use of power and hand tools
Working knowledge of grounds maintenance
Ability to estimate accurately the cost of repairs and amount of time required to complete projects
Ability to prepare detailed reports
Ability to plan and supervise the work of others
Ability to get along well with others
Initiative and resourcefulness
Ability to follow written and oral instructions
Industry and dependability
Good judgement
Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

Responsibilities

Is familiar with and contributes to the successful implementation of the District’s Mission and Belief statements
Assigns and plans skilled work in one or more of the building or service trades
Repairs and maintains plumbing and heating facilities, washrooms and related piping, traps, storm drains, gas lines, steam piping, boilers, return vacuum pumps, and various types of control apparatus
Repairs and maintains all electrical equipment in the system, including ventilators, motors and controllers, stage and room lighting, electrical oil burning equipment and controls, power machinery and miscellaneous pumps
Repairs and maintains exterior of buildings, including glazing, sheetmetal work, slate, tar and gravel roofs
Requisitions supplies and equipment as required
Supervises the repair of trucks, tractors, lawn mowers and other equipment
May be responsible for grounds maintenance, including sidewalks, roadways, fences, playgrounds and all related equipment, athletic fields, etc
Estimates costs, time and material required for specific projects
Inspects equipment used in building operations to insure efficient operation and safety
Maintains records appropriate to operations of the maintenance staff
Evaluates work performance of subordinate employees
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee