General Maintenance Technician

Mooresville Graded School Job Description

General Maintenance Technician

Department: Maintenance
Reports To: Director of Maintenance
Position: Full time/12-month

Position Summary
Under general supervision, the General Maintenance Technician performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and construction tasks across district facilities, buildings, equipment, and grounds. The primary objective is to ensure that all school district properties are safe, functional, attractive, and well-maintained to support the educational environment.

Minimum Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Two (2) or more years of paid experience performing general building maintenance, repair, construction, or work in a specialized skilled trade (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical).
Experience in a school district, commercial, or institutional environment is preferred.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are representative of the position, but are not all-inclusive:
A. Facilities & Building Maintenance
Plumbing: Perform routine and emergency repairs to plumbing systems, including clearing clogged drains and sewer lines, repairing or replacing toilets, sinks, faucets, water heaters, and drinking fountains.
Carpentry: Perform minor rough and finish carpentry, including repairing and replacing doors, windows, locks, hinges, door closures, cabinetry, shelves, and installing floor/ceiling tiles.
Electrical: Perform basic repairs and installation, such as replacing light fixtures, ballasts, switches, outlets, and ensuring minor electrical circuits and equipment are operational (consistent with certification/local code).
Painting & Drywall: Prepare surfaces for painting, apply paint, stain, or other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces, and patch/repair drywall, plaster, and masonry.
HVAC & Mechanical: Assist skilled technicians with preventative maintenance on HVAC units (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning), including changing filters, replacing belts, and lubricating motors.
Minor Construction: Participate in minor remodeling, construction, and renovation projects as a crew member or independently.
B. Preventative Maintenance & Safety
Implement, track, and perform scheduled preventative maintenance tasks on facilities and equipment to maximize asset lifespan and reduce the frequency of emergency repairs.
Inspect facilities, equipment, and systems to identify potential safety hazards, maintenance needs, and code violations; report findings to the supervisor.
Ensure all work is performed in strict compliance with applicable federal, state, and local codes, including OSHA safety regulations.
Participate in and maintain documentation for required safety training (e.g., lock-out/tag-out, ladder safety, use of PPE).
C. Grounds and Equipment Support
Assist with basic groundskeeping duties as assigned, including mowing, trimming, weeding, snow removal, and general landscape maintenance.
Perform repairs and maintenance on playground equipment, athletic facilities, and perimeter fencing.
Operate and maintain a variety of manual and power tools, light-duty vehicles, and equipment safely.
D. Administration & Communication
Respond to maintenance requests and work orders promptly, prioritizing assignments based on safety and operational needs.
Accurately document all work performed, including time spent, materials used, and necessary follow-up actions, utilizing the district’s work order system.
Coordinate and communicate effectively with school principals, custodial staff, district personnel, and outside contractors.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the building and mechanical trades.
Demonstrated skill in at least two maintenance disciplines (e.g., basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting).
Ability to estimate time and materials required for work orders.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Licenses and Other Requirements
Possession of a valid State Driver's License and a driving record insurable by the District's carrier.
Must pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical examination, and criminal background check.

Working Conditions & Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical: Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, climb, kneel, crouch, and reach overhead for extended periods. Must be able to regularly lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds unassisted, and occasionally lift or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Environment: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, involving regular exposure to all weather conditions, noise, vibration, dust, oils, fumes, and chemicals.
Hazards: Work involves the use of power tools, ladders/lifts (working from heights), and exposure to potential electrical and mechanical hazards.
Schedule: May be required to work on evenings, weekends, or holidays, to respond to emergency situations.

Term of Employment:  12 month/ Classified Salary Scale NC 10