Maintenance I

Springfield School District•Springfield, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance-I position is responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of school buildings and surrounding grounds. The Maintenance I should be a jack-of-all trades, ready for minor emergencies that may come up. This position must work closely with Building Principal on a daily basis.

Requirements

High school degree, or equivalent, plus 1 to 2 years of relevant experience preferred, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers. Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
Good basic mathematical skills including ability to perform operations using units of weight measurement, volume and distance.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations in a safe, efficient manner. Must be able to multi-task to meet objectives on time, on budget.
Ability to communicate courteously, efficiently and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, faculty, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations and staff. Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with peers, subordinates, supervisors, parents, and outside agencies. Ability to effectively resolve conflicts.
Follow through and seeing tasks and projects to completion is essential.
Pride in one's work and completion of a task.
Willingness to assist others within changing conditions is essential.
Good verbal and interpersonal skills with staff, students and fellow team members.
Dependability – being reliable, punctual, responsible and fulfilling obligations.
Self-Control – maintaining composure, keeping emotions in check, controlling anger, and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in difficult situations.
Stress Tolerance – accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations.
Cooperation – being pleasant with others and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
Concern for Others – being sensitive to others’ needs and feelings and being understanding.
Attention to Detail – being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
Integrity – being honest and ethical.
Adaptability/Flexibility – being open to change (positive or negative) and to variety in the workplace.
Independence – guiding oneself with little or no supervision, depending on oneself to get things done.

Responsibilities

General safety, health, and comfort of the building’s occupants.
Cleanliness and orderliness of the building, site, furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Minor repairs such as tightening screws, replacing glass, light bulbs, and faucet washers, fixing furniture, painting, etc.
Grounds work to include, but not be limited to, removing snow, sanding, salting, mowing, trimming, and landscaping.
Dusting, sweeping, scrubbing, washing windows, waxing, and vacuuming.
Building security.
Moving and arranging furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
Receiving, delivering, and storing shipments of materials.
At the beginning of each shift, the work to be done will be directed by Physical Plant Supervisor in coordination with the Building Principal.
Other duties as assigned.