Maintenance Worker

• Forbes names Mesa Public Schools in their list of Best Employers in Arizona for multiple years.
• East Valley Tribune names Mesa Public Schools as Best Place to Work in East Valley for multiple years.

Employment Type:
Full-time (40 hours per week)


Base Hourly:


$20.76


Class/Calendar:


B22, 12 months


Benefits:


Vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance


Performance Pay:


Available annually


New Hire Experience:


1% of the base hourly rate granted for each year of verified like experience (within ten years) beyond the requirement, up to a ten-year maximum


New Hire Education:


1% of the base hourly rate awarded for an AA or higher degree if not required for the position

Job Summary:

To perform specialized mechanical work throughout the district; identify, repair, and/or replace components and systems; assist in the facilitation of the district Integrated Pest Management (IPM) program; assist with asbestos abatement under AHERA protocols; assist in training on procedures and proper use of equipment

Prior to employment or during the first 3 months of new hire probationary period, drug and alcohol testing shall be required of all new contract employees who work in Maintenance. Any applicants having a confirmed positive test shall not be eligible for employment.


Key Responsibilities:

• Perform specialized mechanical work throughout the district to assist skilled tradesman
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning and repair of district sites
• Service a variety of components, machinery and related equipment
• Perform asbestos removal, as needed, per maintenance supervisor according to AHERA protocol and federal guidelines
• Respond to pest intrusion issues and determine course of action according to established guidelines
• Maintain grease traps; install and maintain time clocks and pumps for kitchen grease traps
• Repair, design, or replace restroom partitions district wide
• Assist in the training of assigned personnel on procedures and proper use of equipment
• Ensure adequate availability and supply of materials to complete assignments in a safe and timely manner
• Regular and on-time attendance required
• Perform other related duties, as assigned, to support the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
• Keep service vehicle clean, orderly, and properly stocked with parts and supplies
• Process work orders and related paperwork accurately and in a timely manner
• Assist in keeping shop clean
• Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities
• Assists with other assigned duties as appropriate to the area of assignment and Mesa Public Schools

Required Qualifications:

• High School education or equivalent
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Must obtain AHERA Asbestos Worker certification during probationary period
• Three years' experience in the maintenance related field

Skills & Competencies:

• Models the attributes and skills of the MPS Portrait of a Graduate
• Demonstrates commitment to the MPS Promise that every student is known by name, served by strength and need, and graduates ready for college, career and community
• Working knowledge of a variety of trades, tools, applications, techniques, procedures, methods and safe working practices
• Ability to coordinate workload using established priorities; to work alone and unsupervised
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and to establish and to maintain effective and cooperative working relationships
• Ability to work overtime and to change schedules with minimal notice; willingness to work non-regular hours (weekends, night shift, swing shift, holidays)

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

• Primarily on school grounds (indoors and outdoors)
• Usually full-time during regular school hours; may require evening or weekend shifts for special events or emergency repairs
• Can involve climbing ladders, working on rooftops, or in tight or elevated spaces.
• Exposure to dust, cleaning chemicals, noise from equipment, and varying weather conditions
• Walking and standing for long periods
• Lifting or moving heavy objects (e.g., furniture, equipment) often 50 lbs. or more

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Mesa Public Schools is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding equal employment opportunity and anti-discrimination. The District strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants and employees may contact Human Resources to request reasonable accommodations needed to perform the essential functions of this position.