JOB TITLE: Maintenance
Position Type: Facilities - Nonexempt Reports to: Facilities Director
Salary Schedule: Classified Location: District
Governing Board Approval: April 8, 2025
SUMMARY:
Maintenance is done for the purpose of maintaining facilities for students, staff, and the community in safe operating condition, maintaining a preventative maintenance program, performing skilled maintenance (e.g. plumbing, electrical, ventilating systems, alarms, water heaters, etc.) to resolve immediate operational and/safety concerns.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
To be eligible for this position, an applicant must meet the following required qualifications. Verification of these required qualifications is necessary.
High School Diploma or equivalent.
Must obtain the required state fingerprint clearance certifications.
Maintenance experience or documented experience in plumbing, electrical, ventilation, alarms, and water heater systems.
Must demonstrate aptitude and competence for assigned responsibilities and alternatives as specified by the supervisor.
Member of the Gila River Indian Community preferred.
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Coordinates with the Director of Facilities and other maintenance staff for the purpose of completing projects and work orders effectively and efficiently.
Inspects facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of ensuring safety and identifying necessary repairs and providing an ongoing program of preventive maintenance.
Installs system component parts, classroom and office equipment and facility components (e.g. lighting, heating and ventilating systems, alarms, plumbing, security, electrical panels, etc.)
Maintains tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items in safe operating condition.
Prepares documentation (e.g. cost estimates, drawings, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information.
Repairs various items, systems and/or components requiring skills of maintenance trades (e.g. electrical, plumbing, electronics, locksmith, painting, wall board, safety rails,. Doors, locks, windows, pumps, toilets, HVAC, plumbing fixtures, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
Request equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
Responds to emergency situations (e.g. toilet overflowing, electrical outages, water leaks, etc.) for the purpose of resolving immediate concerns.
Assists other maintenance/custodial/grounds staff as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
Other duties as assigned.
SKILL, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills to meet changing job conditions. Specific skills required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include Operating equipment used in skilled trades, power and hand tools, etc.; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; and planning and managing projects.
KNOWLEDGE is required to read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job includes a variety of skilled trades (e.g. mechanical, electrical, heating and ventilation, concrete, ceramic tile, masonry, etc.) and safety.
ABILITY is required to schedule activities, meetings, and /or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a wide variety of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using a variety of processes. Ability is also required to work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of types of job-related equipment. In working with others, problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires analysis based on organizational objectives; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific abilities required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; meeting deadlines and schedules; setting priorities; working as part of a team; and working with constant and sustained interruptions.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent climbing and balancing; significant stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 5% sitting, 50% walking, and 45% standing. The job is performed under some temperature extremes and some hazardous conditions.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
The working environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
This job description is intended to be representative of the work performed by employees in this position and is not all-inclusive. The omission of a specific duty or responsibility will not preclude it from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of position responsibilities as defined by the supervisor.
Non-Discrimination Policy: The Sacaton Elementary School District #18 Governing Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, and disability. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Governing Board does business.
