Maintenance Worker I (HVAC) (Immediate Opening) - Facilities

Springfield Public Schools•Springfield, MO

About The Position

Responsible for providing support to the educational process by providing skilled and unskilled maintenance and repair service to including but not limited to painting, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, heating and ventilation systems, various equipment repairs, preventive maintenance, and roofing.

Requirements

High School Diploma or its equivalent.
Minimum of two (2) years of job related experience.
Must pass a Criminal Background Clearance, the results of which must be satisfactory to the District, required.
Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
Possession of a valid Driver’s License, with evidence of insurability.
Knowledge of basic math, including calculations using fractions, percentages, and/or ratios; understand written procedures, write routine documents, and speak clearly; and understand complex, multi-step written and oral instructions.
Knowledge based competencies required to perform the functions of the job include products, methods, techniques, materials, and tools used in maintenance and repair.
Skill to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to routinely upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions.
Skill based competencies required to perform the functions of the job, including general understanding of the repair and maintenance of machinery, equipment and facilities; operating standard office equipment; utilizing pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
Ability to read technical information and compose a variety of documents.
Ability to analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions.
Ability to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups.
Ability to analyze issues and create action plans.
Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively.
Ability to apply critical thinking/problem solving to improve work processes.
Ability to adhere to safety practices; meet deadlines and schedules; work under time constraints; and communicate with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

Receive assignments and travel to multiple district facilities to make repairs to district facilities, equipment or perform preventative maintenance.
Repair or replace kitchen equipment to ensure the equipment is operating as intended and in compliance with all food safety guidelines.
Assess and make necessary repairs and replace parts on district equipment as needed.
Install new replacement equipment when appropriate.
Assess and make repairs to security systems, fire sprinklers, fire alarms, and other fire and security related equipment to ensure compliance with all local and state codes and ordinances.
Paint, stain, varnish, and make drywall repairs and installations, including the construction of new walls and partitions when appropriate.
Safely uses power tools, testing equipment, and other computerized equipment requiring knowledge and skill related to the equipment.
Use ladders, lifts, scaffolds, and other types of equipment to access areas requiring repair or maintenance.
Possess working knowledge and skillset to perform the duties in your assigned respective field or class of work at SPS.
Hold required certifications, licenses, and pertinent documentation within the respective field or class of work assigned to meet all local, state, or federal guidelines or requirements.
Perform other related duties as required/assigned.