Job Details

MAINTENANCE WORKER

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Director-MOT, perform a variety of general duties involved in the maintenance and repair of District buildings, facilities and equipment.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Perform a variety of general duties involved in the maintenance and repair of District buildings, facilities and equipment including tasks in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, HVAC, glazing, welding and painting; assist with maintaining facilities in safe operating condition.

Receive and respond to work orders; inspect facilities and equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs; replace defective parts and components as needed; perform preventive maintenance activities; assist in arranging for major maintenance and repairs as needed.

Perform a variety of general carpentry work; install, alter, repair or construct articles and structures of wood such as cabinets, furniture, partitions, shelving and doors; install classroom equipment and fixtures; repair and install locks; move, arrange and assemble furniture.

Maintain electrical systems and fixtures; replace ballasts, light bulbs, fuses, circuits, lighting fixtures, switches and other electrical components and equipment; trace out and install wiring and cabling as assigned.

Perform general plumbing duties; inspect and repair leaks, obstructions and general system failures; maintain and repair urinals, toilets, sinks, water lines and facets; replace pipes as needed; remove drain and line obstructions.

Maintain and repair heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment; diagnose malfunctions and determine repair needs; inspect and perform tests on systems and equipment to identify defective parts and assure proper functioning; repair freezers and ice machines.

Patch and paint walls and other surfaces; prepare surfaces for painting; remove paint and graffiti as needed; repair, replace and fit windows and tiles; clean and repair gutters and drains; pour, finish, remove and patch concrete as required; install, maintain and repair fencing.

Perform routine welding in the fabrication, repair and installation of metal parts and components as directed; utilize appropriate welding equipment.

Operate and maintain a variety of equipment such as drills, saws, welders, pipe cutters, grinders, forklifts, trucks and various hand and power tools; drive a vehicle to conduct work

Plan, organize and lay out assigned tasks; interpret diagrams, sketches, schematics, technical manuals and specifications; work from verbal and written instructions and work orders; respond to emergency situations as needed.

Estimate labor, material and equipment needed for assigned projects; monitor inventory levels of materials and equipment; order, receive and maintain inventory of materials and equipment; confer with vendors and contractors concerning pricing, bids, maintenance and repairs.

Communicate with District personnel and various outside agencies to exchange information and resolve issues or concerns.

Maintain work areas, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Identify and report safety, sanitary, security and fire incidents and hazards to appropriate personnel.
Maintain routine records related to work orders and assigned activities.

OTHER DUTIES:
Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Standard tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in general construction, maintenance and repair.
Operation and proper maintenance of equipment and machinery used in the building trades.
Requirements of maintaining buildings and equipment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Preventive maintenance principles and practices.
Use of hand and power tools used in maintenance and repair.
Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.
Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
Oral and written communication skills.
Basic record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO:
Perform a variety of general duties involved in the maintenance and repair of District buildings, facilities and equipment.
Inspect facilities and equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs.
Perform preventive maintenance activities.
Repair or replace a variety of parts, components, fixtures and equipment.
Observe health and safety regulations and procedures.
Work from sketches, diagrams, blueprints, plans and specifications.
Operate and maintain hand and power tools and equipment.
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Work cooperatively with others.
Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Maintain routine records related to work performed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school supplemented by completion of an approved apprenticeship program and two years general maintenance experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Regular exposure to fumes, dust, dirt, oil and grease.
Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a variety of tools and equipment.
Seeing to perform maintenance duties.
Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling heavy objects as assigned by the position.
Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.
Reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.
Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching.
Climbing ladders and working from heights.
Standing for extended periods of time.

HAZARDS:
Working around and with machinery having moving parts.
Working at heights.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Letter(s) of Recommendation (Three (3) Work-related references and phone numbers)
• Other (Pass the District written exam with a score of 70% or better)
• Proof of HS Graduation (Copy of HS Diploma or GED)

Comments and Other Information

If you are unable to send the documents via the website, please mail or bring hard copies to:

McFarland Unified School District
Attn: Human Resources Department
601 Second St.
McFarland, CA 93250

The McFarland Unified School District wishes to thank all applicants for their interest in this position.

WE ARE AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY TO ALL REGARDLESS OF RACE, COLOR, CREED, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, MARITAL STATUS, DISABILITY, RELIGIOUS OR POLITICAL AFFILIATION, AGE, OR SEXUAL ORIENTATION.