Building Maintenance 1 & 2

Building Maintenance Positions

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and/or Lead Maintenance Worker, this position performs a variety of facilities maintenance tasks in offices, classrooms, restrooms, and other campus buildings. The role also assists with grounds crew activities and performs other related duties as assigned.

All responsibilities are expected to be carried out in a positive and respectful manner that supports and advances the mission and vision of the New Mexico School for the Deaf.

It is anticipated and expected that all functions of this position will be performed in a positive and respectful manner, with a strong focus on advancing the mission and vision of New Mexico School for the Deaf. The duties and competencies listed are comprehensive yet not all inclusive of this position.

Essential duties and responsibilities include:

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in various trades, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, cement finishing, masonry, glazing, minor heating and refrigeration repairs, locksmith work, metal work, office appliance repair, painting and plastering, roofing, sheet metal work, welding, floor refinishing, and general maintenance and upkeep of campus grounds.
• Move, assemble, disassemble, and repair furniture as needed.
• Set up tables, chairs, and tents for school events.
• Perform rodent control as needed.
• Collect and transport recyclable materials to designated bins.
• Maintain playgrounds to ensure they are clean and safe.
• Transport trash and other waste to designated dump sites.
• Shovel or mechanically remove snow from driveways, walkways, boiler room steps, and building entrances.
• Apply sand or salt to slippery areas to prevent accidents.
• Report early on weekdays and weekends during inclement weather to ensure sidewalks and driveways are clear and safe.
• Assist with general gardening and landscaping tasks, including pest control, mowing and trimming edges along driveways, walkways, flower beds, and walls, pulling weeds, hedging and pruning shrubs and trees, raking leaves and cleaning up litter, watering lawns, shrubs, trees, and flowers, planting and transplanting flowers, turning soil and fertilizing lawns, plants, and trees.

Additional duties may be assigned depending on school needs and workload.

Position-specific qualifications include:

Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Must possess a valid NM driver's license.

Maintenance 1: This is an entry-level position; however, one (1) year of experience in building maintenance or handyman-type repair services is preferred.

Maintenance 2: This is a skilled-level position. Three (3) or more years of experience in Building maintenance or Handyman services is preferred. Alternatively, specialization with electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, equipment repair or other related maintenance fields. Experience with equipment use and machinery repairs is a plus.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:

• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Frequently uses hands, arms, and fingers to feel, handle, or reach as necessary.
• Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Works weekends or afterhours as required.
• Work outside in the sun, rain, snow and cold.
• Must have the physical strength and flexibility to perform manual labor.
• Must be able to lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus.

General qualifications and expectations include:

• Commitment to Vision - Must be committed to NMSD's Vision, Mission, and Beliefs.
• Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and the general public.
• American Sign Language: Proficiency in or willingness to learn American Sign Language required.
• Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs.
• Organization - Must be organized and detail-oriented.
• Analytical - collects and aggregates data for program maintenance and improvement.
• Continuous Learning - Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
• Use of Technology - Adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity. Has a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
• Mathematical Skills - Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Reasoning Ability - Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to think independently, solve problems and work with the whole team.
• Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works in group problem solving situations.
• Cooperation - Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; builds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values.
• Adaptability - Manages competing demands.
• Personal Appearance - Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
• Initiative - Seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.

Physical demands include:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to drive for long periods of time; stand; walk and sit. Unless otherwise stated in this job description, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

NMSD is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We adhere to all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, family and medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.