Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianThe Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years. Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.Job Title: Maintenance TechnicianEducation: High school diploma or equivalent requiredLocation: Maintenance/WarehouseWork Schedule: To be determinedCalendar Length: Year-round, 260 paid daysFLSA Classification: Hourly, non-exemptSalary: $27.00/hr. ($56,160 annually)Additional compensation awarded for post-secondary education, bilingual status in Spanish, Haitian-Creole or Arabic, and approved industry certifications.Benefits: Paid leave days, paid holidays, retirement contributions (PERF, 401a, VEBA), life insurance and health, dental and vision insurance offerings.Job Expectations & RequirementsPosition Purpose / DescriptionUnder the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician performs tasks while supporting the needs of the Maintenance team. The Maintenance Technician will work and train with all trade members of the Maintenance Team. Complete work orders daily. Assist and support all specific trades on the Maintenance team with various maintenance tasks. Inclusive, but not limited to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting and underground utility/irrigation repairs. Assist with cleaning and repairs on maintenance equipment including outdoor maintenance vehicles such as tractors, gators, etc. Assists with snow removal. Assists with general debris removal. Assists with general playground and grounds maintenance. Troubleshoot to determine necessary repairs. Plans repair work using buildings blueprints or equipment manuals as needed. Orders supplies and materials as needed for repairs and maintenance. Responds as needed to emergency situations during or after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. Other tasks as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Director of Operations and Assistant Director of Operations. Follow standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Maintains assigned vehicle, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesProfessional experience in general maintenance is preferred.Must have and maintain a valid Indiana motor vehicle operator's license. In addition, a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) may be required to be obtained after hiring.Must be able to work efficiently and effectively at a fast pace and exhibit good attendance.The ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders including students, parents, teachers, administrators, staff and outside public agencies is required.The ability to be flexible as needed with work schedule/shift changes as determined by facility needs and to be on an on-call rotation schedule.Physical DemandsEvery Panther, Every Day - Connected | Challenged | CelebratedPERCENT OF TIMESeldom = Less than 25%PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT Occasional = 26 to 50% Often = 51 to 75% Very Frequent = 76% and aboveAbility to stand for extended periods of time Very Frequent Ability to carry more than 50 pounds Occasional Amount to lift more than 50 pounds Occasional Amount of force to push/pull up to more than 50 pounds Occasional Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various Seldom configurations Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and Very frequent policies and other printed matter Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels Very frequent Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a Very frequent normal conversation Ability to operate office equipment Seldom Ability to reach in all directions Very frequent Climbing Very frequent Overhead work Very frequent The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities.Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.Every Panther, Every Day - Connected | Challenged | Celebrated