Maintenance Technician IV - District Wide

Hardin School Districts 17H & 1 have the following position open for the 2025-26 school year:

MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN IV - District Wide

Carpentry and/or Plumbing Training & Experience preferred

Fulltime position w/benefits (medical/dental insurance, flex benefits, vacation & sick leave, paid holidays, and retirement). 

APPLICATION PACKET REQUIREMENTS:

District Online Employment Application

Three (3) Work Related References

Complete application and submit documentation listed above online at: https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete applications will be considered.

DEADLINE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATION PACKET:

Open Until Filled

SCHOOL DISTRICTS 17H & 1

CLASSIFIED POSITION DESCRIPTION

POSITION TITLE:    Maintenance Technician IV        

FACILITY:               Maintenance

REPORTS TO:         Director of Maintenance

POSITION OVERVIEW: 

The person in this position performs unskilled and skilled maintenance work for the District buildings, grounds and property under general supervision of the Director of Maintenance.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs unskilled and skilled duties in a variety of trades

Performs general maintenance work inside and outside the physical plant

Performs district wide grounds maintenance work

Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase, and maintains the inventory of district-owned tools, equipment, hardware, materials, and supplies

Performs maintenance and repair of the following:

Boilers                   Glass                Concrete                   Sprinklers (above and below ground)

Masonry                Insulation          Electrical                   Pumps

Carpet                   Controls            Roof                          Basic Carpentry

HVAC                    Tile                    Plumbing                   Small Equipment

Change filters and service motors and belts

Install and maintain external security lights and internal lighting and ballasts

Only minimum duties and responsibilities are listed.  Other duties and responsibilities may be required as given or assigned

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION / CERTIFICATION / EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma, GED or equivalent

Low Pressure boiler license or the ability to obtain one

Skilled in one or more maintenance or construction trades

Valid Montana driver’s license

EXPERIENCE

Five years of general facilities maintenance, construction and repair work or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment, trade practices and techniques, quality standards applicable to construction, maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds

Knowledge of basic safety practices

Knowledge of basic computer applications

Ability to use standard shop tools and equipment

Ability to perform job and communicate in a noisy environment

Ability to be pulled from one job to another

Ability to work in small areas

Ability to work effectively without close supervision

Ability to perform heavy physical labor

Ability to work from plans, blueprints and specifications

Ability to create own plans as necessary

Ability to keep proper records

Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions

Ability to work flexible hours

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of the workday Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities

Ability to handle stressful situations

Ability to maintain confidentiality of employee and student matters

Ability to perform duties with an awareness of all District requirements and Board policies

EQUIPMENT USED:

Hand & power tools, vehicles, computer, printer, calculator, telephone, small and large maintenance and construction equipment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Student employees

Direct & guide subcontractors

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee regularly works inside and occasionally outside.  The employee must be able to meet deadlines with time constraints.

The employee is frequently required to walk, stand, bend, stoop, kneel, crawl, stretch, push heavy equipment, lift and carry equipment and objects. The employee must be able to lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Must have dexterity of hands and fingers to grasp objects. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to speak and to hear and to exchange information.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee will often perform routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another).  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud. Guidance and reinforcement are usually available. The employee may be involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.

The physical demands and work-environment characteristics described within this position description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

The information in the position description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Employee may perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the School District

School Districts 17H & 1

Our Districts have strong academic programs utilizing a variety of techniques for our students. There are programs for special education students and   vocational students. There are a variety of music, drama, art, and sports opportunities for students of all ages. We are a Class A district, pre-kindergarten through 12^th grade, with approximately 1,800 students. The student body is 80% Native American.

Our Schools:

Crow Agency Public School – Early Childhood-Grade 5

Hardin Primary School – Early Childhood-Grade 2

Hardin Intermediate School – Grades 3-5

Hardin Middle School – Grades 6-8

Hardin High School – Grades 9-12

Community:

Big Horn County, Montana is rich in history, culture and time-honored traditions.  It Includes the Crow and Northern Cheyenne Reservations. Hardin (county seat) is situated on the banks of the Bighorn River and the edge of the Crow Reservation. The town is surrounded by productive farms and ranches. Coal mining has also contributed greatly to the local economy. Hardin, is located 46 miles southeast of Billings (largest city in the State) by way of Interstate 90. The Big Horn County Museum, Little Big Horn Battlefield and Chief Plenty Coups State Park provide interesting and important history of the area. The scenic Big Horn, Pryor and Wolf Mountain ranges are part of the Big Horn County landscape.  Yellowtail Dam offers a majestic view of the water below. The spectacular Big Horn Canyon National Recreation Area is host to water sports.  This area of Big Sky Country also offers fishing, hunting, hiking, snowmobiling, camping, etc. for the outdoor enthusiast.  Annual events in Big Horn County include: Little Big Horn Days, Native Days, Crow Fair & Rodeos.

Check out our District’s YouTube video -  https://youtu.be/4fQL74r7pl4

District website is https://www.hardin.k12.mt.us

To apply, go to https://hardinpublic.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

Only complete applications submitted online will be considered.

School Districts 17H & 1 are an equal Opportunity Employer

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