Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

Under the direction of the Supervisor of Facilities, the Maintenance Worker assists in the upkeep, repair, and overall maintenance of all Monmouth-Ocean Educational Services Commission facilities and grounds. This includes ensuring buildings, systems, and outdoor areas are maintained in a safe, clean, and fully operational condition.

Qualifications:

• Demonstrates the physical strength, stamina, and dexterity required to perform all assigned maintenance and groundskeeping tasks.
• Ability to read, write, and understand work-related directions and instructions with sufficient skill to complete tasks effectively and safely.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years' experience as a maintenance worker in a school district or comparable experience in commercial, institutional, or industrial settings.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license required.
• Ability to operate maintenance equipment, power tools, and light/heavy machinery safely.
• Must be able to work from a ladder.

Performance Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance tasks including painting, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, and basic electrical work.
• Electrical work shall only be performed by employees who maintain the appropriate electrical certification or license, or when assisting a licensed electrician.
• Assist with preventative maintenance and minor repairs of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
• Maintain all grounds, including grass cutting, trimming, landscaping, and general site upkeep.
• Perform snow and ice removal, including plowing, shoveling, salting, and sanding of walkways, parking lots, and entrances.
• Respond to and perform emergency repairs as needed, which may occur during off-hours, weekends, or holidays.
• Operate maintenance vehicles, tools, and equipment, including occasional operation of heavy equipment.
• Deliver and retrieve equipment, supplies, furniture, and other necessary items among Commission locations and to/from school districts or sites served by the Commission.
• Assist in maintaining a safe working environment by following proper safety procedures and regulations.
• Support facility setup and breakdown for events or operational needs as required.
• Travel between Commission facilities and affiliated district locations as needed to perform assigned duties.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Facilities.

Terms of Employment: Full-time, 12 months 7:00am-3:00pm

Salary and Benefits: Health, Prescription, Vision, Dental. Up to 12 sick days, up to 4 personal days, and up to 10 vacation days. Rate: $56,000- $65,000 commensurate with experience

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated annually in accordance with Board policy governing non-certificated staff.