Job Description

DEFINITION
To maintain District facilities for students, staff and public in safe operating condition; maintain a preventive maintenance program; perform skilled maintenance to resolve immediate operational and/or safety concerns.
The Maintenance Technician is scheduled to work 260 days and is considered non-exempt.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives direct supervision from the Facilities Director.

PRIMARY DUTIES

PRIMARY DUTIES--The following are examples of primary duties assigned to positions in this classification. Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Operates a variety of equipment including snow removal equipment, power and hand tools and other specialized maintenance equipment; performs safety and maintenance inspections on assigned vehicle or equipment; performs routine vehicle and equipment repairs.
2. Installs system component parts, classroom and office equipment, playground equipment and facility components (e.g. lighting, plumbing, security, electrical panels, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe and workable environment.
3. Performs general painting tasks; clean, sand, seal, and prepare interior and exterior walls and other surfaces for painting; paint walls, ceilings, trimwork, and other surfaces using rollers, brush, or power sprayers.
4. Performs general plumbing tasks; install and make emergency repairs and adjustments to plumbing fixtures and equipment, including pipes, washers and gaskets, faucets, floats, and valves; clean and repair drain lines.
5. Performs general electrical work; install and make routine repairs to electrical wiring, switches, outlets, fixtures, conduits, and motors; install and repair light ballasts; repair shop tools and custodial equipment.
6. Performs "troubleshooting" of malfunctioning or inoperative equipment.
7. May assist HVAC staff in the installation of heating and cooling systems. Assist in cleaning unit coils, filter change outs not limited to replacing belts.
8. May be assigned to prepare and cut keys; repair or install miscellaneous door hardware and lockers; service and maintain locks and; prepare, refit, hang or rehang doors.
9. May perform general carpentry tasks.
10. Reports to work on time and accurately record time worked; may need to adjust work schedule due to emergencies or other work related projects; work overtime as needed.
11. Contributes to the overall success of the Facilities Department by performing all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
Hand tools, vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment, power tools and equipment required for the work in a safe and efficient manner
Methods, materials, test equipment, practices and skills used in the repair
Hand and power tools used in the trade area
Building plans and technical materials
Part and supplies necessary for the various jobs assigned
Preventive maintenance principles and practices

Ability to:
Order required parts and supplies
Perform heavy manual labor in unfavorable weather conditions.
Read and interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, technical materials and plans
Follow safety regulations
Estimate time and materials for various jobs and prepare completion reports
Use tools and power equipment skillfully
Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Interpret, apply and explain district regulations, policies and procedures
Operate a computer and assigned software
Work irregular hours
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Meet schedules and timelines

Experience and Training Guidelines:
Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience:
Two years of increasingly responsible facilities maintenance experience.

Training:
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Required safety training to be completed within the first year.

License or Certificate:
Possession of or ability to obtain and maintain an appropriate, valid driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS
Environmental Conditions:
Office and field environment; travel from site to site; work or inspect underground and in or with water and wastewater; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, inclement weather conditions; work at heights on scaffolding and ladders, work or inspect around heavy construction equipment.

Physical Conditions:
Primary functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for heavy or moderate lifting up to 50 lbs; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing, standing or walking for prolonged periods of time; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

SALARY RANGE AND DAYS WORKED

Hourly range: $24.79 to $31.27/hour, depending on qualified experience

Days worked: 260 days/year (with paid personal time, paid vacation days, and paid time off for holidays and district non-work days such as during winter break and spring breaks)

Benefits: The Roaring Fork School District offers full district paid employee health benefits as well as voluntary vision, dental, and dependent coverage. Other benefits include: paid personal and sick leave, paid parental leave for mothers and fathers, a robust retirement plan under Colorado PERA with a district contribution of over 21.4% of an employee's wages each month, Employee Assistance programs, a district wellness program, and access to discounted ski passes and other community benefits.

For more information, contact Steve Johnson at sjohnson@rfschools.com or Jamie Aaberg at jaaberg@rfschools.com

With 14 schools and 5,600 students, the Roaring Fork School District is located in the culturally vibrant and naturally stunning Roaring Fork Valley serving the communities of Glenwood Springs, Carbondale, and Basalt. A highly competitive and progressive salary schedule; access to our affordable housing program; and a culture of self-care and well-being. We believe diversity is a strength, and our staff makes a real difference for our students who come from different ethnicities, cultures, and socio-economic backgrounds.

For more information or questions please contact Jeff Skagen at jskagen@rfschools.com.