Maintenance Assistant (12 months)

Maintenance Assistant

Performs semiskilled carpentry, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical work in the maintenance department under the direction of the Carpenter and Trades Foremen. Executes maintenance work orders. Performs preventative maintenance on systems and equipment. Assists with special construction and development projects as needed.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of maintenance tasks, including assisting in the installation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, controls, and systems.
• Manages and executes preventative maintenance tasks.
• Assists with the execution of construction and special projects.
• Performs work individually or as part of a team.
• Coordinates outsourced work with vendors.
• Works in accordance with drawings, schematics, sketches, plans and blue-prints.
• Models the WJCC Strategic Plan Values: Individualism, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability and Collaboration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required):

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED certificate.
• Fundamental computer literacy.
• Ability to interpret and follow oral and written instructions and directions.
• Ability to complete assigned projects with a minimal amount of supervision.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
• Fundamental knowledge and understanding of the standard practices, tools, and terminology of maintenance trades.
• Ability to learn and understand building codes and compliance, tool, machine and shop safety, fire codes and building standards.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with co-workers, other school division personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to manage quickly-changing priorities in a sometimes fast-paced work environment.
• Physical ability to work in inclement weather, extreme temperatures and conditions.
• Physical strength and dexterity necessary to perform all required tasks, including lifting, stooping, bending, working in tiring and uncomfortable positions, and from ladders, scaffolds, staging, etc.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the state of Virginia.

Supervision Exercised: None.

Supervision Received: Performs duties under the supervision of the Facilities Coordinator.

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: Using power equipment to maintain systems and equipment; frequent interruptions, changing priorities, heavy-duty lifting, and occasional work in inclement weather; exposure to cleaning agents, potential electrical hazards, and various types of rotating equipment. Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.