Facility Technician - Maintenance Specialist [TS12]

Maintenance Specialist

Laramie County School District 1

Job Title: Maintenance Specialist - Revised Date: November 2020

Department: Facilities - FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Work Year: 12 Months - Salary Schedule: TSS 260 days

Pay: Column T: $25.84/hourly + Benefits

Monday-Friday, 8 hours daily

SUMMARY: This position is responsible to upkeep and maintain safe operating conditions of facilities; performing a wide variety of skilled maintenance activities (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, electrical, ventilating systems, alarms, boilers, etc.); addressing immediate operational and/or safety concerns; assisting skilled trades as assigned; ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty/function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Job Tasks Descriptions - Frequency - % of Time

• Plumbing: Services basic water operation fixtures, such as faucets, electric water coolers, flushometers, etc. Fixes and installs toilets and urinals. Completes preventative maintenance and cleans out drains and fixtures. - D - 15%
• HVAC: Performs maintenance on HVAC equipment, such as changing belts and filters; troubleshoots issues to prevent damage to units. - D - 10%
• Carpentry: Hang pictures, banners, and signage thought the school; complete small hole or wall damage repair, including, but not limited to, spackling and touch up painting. Replace broken ceiling tiles, as needed. Assists district carpenter with major projects such as installing whiteboard, cabinetry, etc. Inspects and repairs door hardware, closures, cabinetry hardware, bathroom hardware, etc. - D - 5%
• Swimming Pool: Complete daily testing of pool water, including weekend and evening pool checks; completes daily and weekly cleaning of pool water; operate automated chemical feeder and monitoring system. - D - 15%
• Electrical: Repairs and troubleshoots light fixtures, ballasts, light switches/controls, and performs lamp replacements; repairs outlets, relays, breakers, small motors, blowers, etc. - D - 10%
• Operates and troubleshoots building automation software, such as Johnson Control "Metasys", Automated Logic "Web Control", Allerton "Ascent Compass", or other related system; troubleshoots control power issues with control components. Replaces or repairs building lighting controls. - D - 15%
• Inspects and monitors daily boiler operation including minor adjustments. Monitors glycol and make-up water levels. - D - 3%
• Inspects the roof for damage and minor repair of roofing systems, such as flashing, hole repair, etc. Inspect, clean, and service roof drains; inspect roof curbs and parapets to ensure they do not leak. - W - 3%
• Assists district other school district maintenance personnel with major projects or repairs while adhering to safety and regulatory compliance. - W - 5%
• Coordinates with contractors for building repairs. Monitor the work order system to ensure items are fixed as needed. Maintain records retention following local, state, and federal guidelines. Order parts and tools to maintain inventory. - D - 5%
• Responds to emergency requests and provides assistance to protect students, staff, and property from harm or further damage. - D - 3%
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure they stay in safe operating condition. - M - 2%
• Ensures the building is in compliance with OSHA/safety standards and ADA accessibility regulations. Complies with district safety protocols, such as biweekly safety meetings, annual trainings, etc. and ensures conservation guidelines are followed - D/W/A - 5%
• Performs other duties as assigned - Ongoing - 4%

EDUCATION AND RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma, or equivalent, required
• Course work at a vocational school with job specific courses, preferred
• 1-3 years' experience in carpentry related field, preferred

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS or CERTIFICATIONS:

• Criminal background check required for hire
• Valid state issued Driver's License, required
• Must obtain and maintain Defensive Driving certificate by the conclusion of the district-provided training course
• Pool operator's License required within 6 months of hire
• Journeyman license in plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or another field preferred, but not required

TECHNICAL SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, & ABILITIES:

• Oral and written communication skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships
• Attention to detail
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to perform basic math including calculations using fractions, geometry, and algebra
• Ability to follow all safety protocols and wear Personal Protective Equipment
• Ability to manage workload and schedule/prioritize workload
• Ability to work with handheld or power tools
• Ability to read technical information
• Ability and willingness to adhere to attendance expectations and to follow district procedures for absence reporting
• Ability to promote and follow Board of Trustees policies, District policies, and building and department procedures
• Ability to communicate, interact, and work effectively and cooperatively with all people including those from diverse ethnic and educational backgrounds
• Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, utilize appropriate/required safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT OPERATING KNOWLEDGE:

• Operating knowledge of and experience with personal computers and peripherals?
• Operating knowledge of and experience with typical office equipment, such as telephones, copier, fax machine, etc.?
• Operating knowledge of and experience with office productivity programs, such as Microsoft Office Suite, E-mail, etc.
• Operating knowledge of district information technology systems and department-specific software and equipment required within 3 months after entering position
• Operational knowledge of all powered equipment used to perform job functions

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS & DIRECTION/GUIDANCE:

Reports to: Mechanical Systems Foreman

Direct reports: This position has no direct reports

BUDGET AND/OR RESOURCE RESPONSIBILITY:

• This position has no budget responsibility

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands, work environment factors, and mental functions are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.