2025-26 Utility Maintenance Worker - Full-Time - 8.0 hpd - Facilities Maintenance Department

Springfield Sd 19•Springfield, OR

4d•$20 - $26

About The Position

Springfield Public Schools seeks outstanding candidates for the position of Utility Maintenance Worker. This is an entry level position aimed at persons wanting to gain skills and grow with the Springfield School District. The successful candidate will provide maintenance and repair work on District buildings and facilities, to ensure the upkeep and safety of District property for students, staff, and community members. There may also be the opportunity to acquire certifications or education in this position.

Requirements

High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED), completion of trade school or equivalent, with special training in one or more trades related to building maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough working knowledge of building maintenance and repair work, including methods, materials, and equipment used in skilled maintenance repair work.
Works well with others from diverse backgrounds.
Ability to successfully and appropriately work with students, staff, parents and community members.
Ability to communicate fluently verbally and in writing in English.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, blueprints, procedure manuals, and governmental regulations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to calculate area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, schedule, or diagram form.
General knowledge of computer usage preferred.
Ability to appropriately communicate with students and staff.
Ability to operate a variety of maintenance equipment including, but not limited to drills, saws, heat and nail guns, powder activated pin setting devices, etc.
Ability to exercise good judgment to meet timelines and work in a dynamic environment.
Certificates as determined by the District including ability to obtain a valid CPR/First Aid card, Oregon Driver license, bloodborne pathogen training and blood spill training.
Additional certifications including, but not limited to: ODL commercial vehicles and lead paint abatement.

Nice To Haves

Six months previous experience working in a building maintenance position preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate regular and acceptable attendance and punctuality, as set forth in Board policy.
Be familiar with and adhere to all relevant District Board policies, administrative regulations, and building rules.
Interacts thoughtfully and courteously with students, staff, parents, and community members and resolves conflict in a professional manner.
Work independently and cooperatively in teams with other staff members and students.
Attends staff meetings.
Attends in-service and workshop trainings; applying training to instructional responsibilities.
Maintains appropriate certifications and training hours, as required.
Completes appropriate logs, forms and paperwork, as required.
Reports safety, sanitary and fire hazards immediately to supervisor.
Prepares work sites and carries equipment and supplies.
Maintains and accounts for tools and equipment at work sites.
Maintains and ensures the upkeep, repair, and improvement of all school buildings.
Assists with building maintenance and repairs including, but not limited to carpentry, painting, roofing, concrete finishing, hardware, glazing, floor and wall covering, sheet metal work, locksmith and cabinetry.
May also assist in plumbing, low voltage electrical, HVAC, computer based building management system, equipment maintenance, fabrication, ground keeping, snow removal, and site security.
Assists in cleaning up job site at end of the workday.
Keeps walk ways, parking areas and entrances clean and clear of debris.
Operates vehicles, hand and power tools, and other equipment at job sites.
Works with accuracy and attention to detail and meets deadlines.
Maintains indoor and outdoor lighting.
Responds to special requests for maintenance services from staff members with supervisor approval.
Assists or substitutes for other maintenance personnel, as necessary.
Be willing to acquire, paid for by the district, certifications or education under a mutually agreed upon contract.
Keeps fleet clean, replenishes fuel and oil, and ensures vehicles and equipment are in good repair and proper working order.