General Maintenance Worker

Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout the District. Assist with maintenance of grounds.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

ValidTexasdriver's license

High School Diploma/GED

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to read/write english language

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

HVAC experience preferred but not required

Experience:

One year experience in general building maintenance (preferred)

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist other workers with repair and maintenance of District facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as requested on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of District grounds.
• Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
• Hang pictures, mirrors, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items as required.
• Install door and window assemblies and hardware, including window glass and screens.
• Install ceiling and flooring materials.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
• Operate light truck to transport furniture and equipment throughout district.
• Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
• Correct unsafe conditions in the area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Weekend and after hour emergencies are the responsibity of all maintenenace crew team members, every effort will be made to avoid these situations and an on-call system will be implemented to ensure equitable contact for emergencies. Each maintenance employee will take their turn for weekend/holiday call outs.
• Maintenance employees will be expected to work extracurricular assignments on a rotating basis.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None.

Equipment Used:

Power tools (drill, saw, etc.), hand tools, welder (gas and electric air), concrete mixer, mower, weed trimmer, blower, edger, and garden tools.

Working Conditions:

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Continual walking and standing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching. Work outside and inside. Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors. Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards. Work around moving objects or vehicles.

Application Procedures:

Submit application on-line or send completed application to:

Hardin I.S.D.

P.O. Box 330

Hardin, TX 77561

Application Deadline: Until filled

(An Equal Opportunity Employer)