Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance SpecialistDublin City SchoolsPosition PurposeUnder the direct supervision of the Maintenance Director, to maintain school buildings and building and grounds in orderly, neat, safe and operable condition.Essential Job FunctionsPerforms tasks to keep school buildings and building and grounds in orderly, neat, and clean condition such as clearing disposing of trash, cleaning bathrooms and floors, washing windows, dusting furniture and fixtures, mowing grass, and related tasksPerforms tasks to maintain buildings and grounds in safe and operable condition, such as making minor repairs to property as requested, clearing snow and ice, and related tasksInspects equipment and facilities, and recommends repair or replacement action to supervisorRegulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricityChecks all building entrances/exits to ensure that they are working properlyOpens and closes building and ensures that all doors and windows are closed and securely locked prior to leavingMaintains motors and other mechanical equipment and ensures that such equipment receives scheduled servicingObtains equipment, tools and materials required for completion of assigned workMaintains inventory of supplies, materials, equipment, and fuel, and places orders as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of maintenance tasksInspects equipment and facilities, and recommends repair or replacement action to supervisorPrepares and maintains records to document work and repairs as requestedAdditional DutiesPerforms other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.EquipmentUses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including saws, drills, routers, planers, sanders, jointers, and stationary power equipmentKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesKnowledge of fundamental tools, materials, practices, maintenance, methods and procedures in the carpentry, plumbing, and electrical tradesKnowledge of building code conformance standards for carpentry, plumbing, electricity, electrical installation, and repairKnowledge of occupational safety and health laws and regulationsAbility to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with othersAbility to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic formAbility to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measureAbility to describe orally or in writing maintenance or repair problems as neededAbility to troubleshoot, problem solve and resolve electrical or electricity issuesAbility to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as requiredAbility to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of workSafety RequirementsFollows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment usedWears appropriate safety gearTravel RequirementsFrequent travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be requiredPhysical and Mental Demands, Work HazardsAbility to withstand heights and work in crawl spacesTypical risks associated with using tools of the tradeOccasional strenuous physical workOccasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snowQualifications ProfileAny combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:High School DiplomaSuccessful experience in building and grounds maintenance, and repairMotor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation