Maintenance Worker II/III

Owensboro Public Schools•Owensboro, KY

9d•$19 - $26

About The Position

Perform skilled maintenance, repair and construction of District buildings and equipment; perform skilled work in one or more of the building maintenance trades; assist journey-level trades personnel as needed; work independently in general building repair and maintenance including carpentry, acoustic ceiling repair, painting etc. Maintenance Worker III incumbents perform a majority of duties at the skilled level in one or more of the building maintenance trades, use independent judgment in making decisions based on training, knowledge and experience and assist Maintenance Technicians with complex and major work projects.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED Certificate and four (4) years building maintenance or operations experience preferred. (7447) OR High school diploma or GED Certificate and eight (8) years building maintenance or operations experience preferred. (8447)
Must possess a valid Kentucky driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE OF: Tools, equipment, methods and materials used in semi-skilled to skilled maintenance in at least one of the building maintenance and construction trades.
Operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment.
Requirements of maintaining buildings and facilities in good repair.
Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Cleaning equipment, tools, materials and supplies used in custodial work.
Basic record-keeping techniques.
Health and safety regulations and procedures.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Proper lifting techniques.
ABILITY TO: Perform related duties as assigned.
Perform semi-skilled to skilled work in the construction, renovation, maintenance and repair of building, facilities and furniture.
Operate basic maintenance tools and equipment.
Assist skilled personnel in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities.
Use common cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently.
Move and arrange furniture and equipment for meetings and special events.
Observe and report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair.
Maintain routine records related to work performed.
Understand and follow oral and written directions.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work cooperatively with others.
Meet schedules and time lines.
Observe health and safety regulations.
Lift heavy objects.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled maintenance, repair and construction of District buildings and equipment one or more of the building maintenance trades including carpentry, painting, acoustic ceilings, flooring, and locksmith.
Assist journey-level trades workers and maintenance personnel with a variety of maintenance, repair and construction; perform independently on difficult projects and assignments as assigned.
Keying of locks with multiple levels of keys.
Maintain up to date records on all keys made to ensure easy location keys.
Install, adjust, repair and replace locks and door hardware; inspect locks for proper operation and implement a preventive maintenance program for locking mechanisms, panic bars, door closures and other hardware; re-key and re-pin locks as needed and maintain related charts and records.
Maintain roofs, furniture, fences, bookshelves, cabinets, shelving, chalkboards, bulletin boards, and other district assets.
Install, repair and replacement of carpet, floor and ceiling tiles, repair blinds and shades; install dispensers and repair or install bathroom stalls.
Making minor electrical and mechanical repairs on equipment such as vacuum cleaners, buffers, electric clocks, washing machines, dryers, refrigerators and other small appliances.
Prepare surfaces for painting, mix paints, finishes and other coatings and apply to equipment, buildings, furniture and District facility structures.
Pour concrete and perform finish work; perform masonry, repair and construction with brick and block.
Wash windows; clean carpeted areas; sweep and wash sidewalks and classrooms; dust rooms and furniture and perform a variety of related custodial duties.
Maintain records of time, costs and materials needed in the maintenance and repair of District equipment and facilities; prepare work orders for more difficult and complex repairs or larger work projects.
Operate a wide variety of tools and equipment including motor vehicles, fork lift, key cutting machine, electric cart, steam cleaner, grinder, stripper, waxer, buffer, carpet cleaner, power hand tools, saws and hand tools used in the building maintenance trades.
Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.
Demonstrate loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools.