Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

Experience:

1 year experience in general building maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Reading, ability to understand verbal instructions

Maintain emotional control under stress.

Tools/Equipment Used:

Small hand tools, power tools, garden tools and measuring tools; light truck or van

Physical Demands:

Strenuous walking, standing, and/or climbing, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension and overhead reaching. Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis.

Work outside and inside; exposure to hot and cold temperatures; exposure to dust, toxic chemicals (proper safety equipment must be worn according to label) and materials, noise, vibration, electrical hazards, slippery and uneven walking surfaces and work on ladder.

May work alone, regularly work irregular hours and occasional prolonged hours.

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Work days: 238

FISD pays $365.00 per month towards TRS Health Insurance

You can earn up to five local leave and five sick leave days each year.

Applicants for all positions are considered without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran or military status, or another legally protected status. Additionally, the district does not discriminate against an applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminating employment practice.

In accordance with Title IX, the district does not discriminate on the basis of sex and is required not to discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs or activities. The requirement not to discriminate extends to employment. Inquires about the application of Title IX may be referred to the district’s Title IX coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education, or both. Inquiries about the application of Title IX to employment should be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, (FISD Superintendent, 110 W Travis Steet, 830-997-9551).