Maintenance - Grounds Mechanic

About the position

The Grounds Mechanic position is part of the Operations Division and reports to the assigned Foreman. The role involves performing maintenance duties on school system grounds vehicles and small engine equipment, following work schedules, and adhering to safety regulations. The position requires maintaining accurate records and participating in training as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance duties, jobs, tasks, functions, and responsibilities as assigned by work orders or directed by supervisors to maintain school system grounds vehicles and small engine equipment.
• Follow work schedules as assigned by supervisors to maintain grounds vehicles and small engine equipment, including off-hour emergency maintenance situations.
• Complete all work orders as assigned in a timely, effective, and efficient manner.
• Maintain, care for, and keep up with all assigned equipment, materials, and supplies necessary to fulfill duties and responsibilities.
• Adhere to all safety rules and regulations. Follow all equipment, material, and product use directions.
• Adhere to all school system personnel rules and regulations.
• Maintain accurate records and reports, such as repair records and inspection reports.
• Participate in training and staff development activities as may be required by the school system or state and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or state-approved High School Equivalency (HSE), required.
• Must have a combination of experience and training in maintaining, repairing, and rebuilding automotive engines and small equipment engines.
• Ability to pass annual physical required.
• Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
• Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
• Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
• Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
• Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
• Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds (100 pounds infrequently), stooping, reaching, crawling, and climbing.
• Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.

Nice-to-haves

• Certified Small Engine Technician (CSET) preferred.