Maintenance Technician

BASIC FUNCTION:

Perform skilled maintenance, repair and construction of District buildings and equipment in one or more craft or trade; lead other Maintenance Technicians as necessary; work independently in advanced trades such as electrical, plumbing, steam fitter, electrical motor repair, welding and engine rebuilding.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

The Maintenance Technician III class performs advanced skilled crafts work in one or more specialties such as electrical, plumbing, steam fitter, electrical motor repair, welding, engine rebuilding and may lead other Maintenance Workers and Technicians. The Maintenance Technician IV class performs advanced skilled crafts work in one or more specialties such as computer repair, electronic repair, energy system repair and telecommunications repair and may lead other Maintenance Workers and Technicians. The Maintenance Technician I class performs skilled crafts work in one or more specialties such as painting, glazing and plastering. The Maintenance Technician II class performs skilled crafts work in one or more specialties such as carpentry, locksmith, mason, roofing, and audiovisual repair and may lead other maintenance workers.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment; prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of assigned staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.

Perform various refrigeration, plumbing and heating-related duties; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; assist in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures; perform welding and metal fabrication; diagnose and repair electronic ignition systems for heaters, furnaces and hot water heaters.

Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and fixtures; perform trouble-shooting to repair or replace fans and motors; perform repairs to motors, bells, clocks and lighting circuits and to communication and audio-visual equipment.

Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies needed by the District.

Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment; test and replace circuits; coordinate emergency repairs and large complex projects; troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring; perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work; maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.

Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements.

Maintain various records related to labor, materials and work orders.

Purchase tools, equipment and materials; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Trade tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in skilled and general maintenance and repair involving at least one of the following: electrical, heating and air conditioning, locksmithing, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding or automotive mechanic. Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures. Technical aspects of field of specialty. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Basic record-keeping techniques. Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Federal, State and local building codes and regulations.

ABILITY TO:
Perform a wide variety of skilled journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment. Prioritize, schedule, assign and review work. Train and provide work direction to assigned personnel in the performance of a wide variety of duties related to the building trades. Interpret, explain and apply codes, rules and regulations involved in assigned maintenance activities. Effectively and safely operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment. Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and work orders to others. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Estimate labor and materials costs. Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately. Work independently with little direction. Meet schedules and time lines. Maintain routine records.
Observe legal and defensive driving practices. Operate a District vehicle and perform heavy physical labor. Lift heavy objects.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and four years journey-level experience in one or more trades areas.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky driver's license.