Maintenance Worker - Districtwide

Position Type:
Maintenance/Custodial/Custodian
Date Posted:
6/4/2024
Location:
Bellwood School District 88
(High-Needs School)
Date Available:
Immediate Need
Closing Date:
Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer
Notice of Vacancy
Job Title : Maintenance Worker
Department : Buildings and Grounds
Reports To : Principal/ Director of Buildings and Grounds
FLSA Status : Non- Exempt
Hourly Range : $22.76 - $30.35
Summary : The maintenance worker has the responsibilities for and carrying out the general housekeeping, and janitorial tasks needed by a school building, in order to assure environmental safety and comfort to the students and staff. We are looking for a reliable, skilled maintenance worker to perform essential upkeep tasks throughout our school District. In this position, you will be responsible for a wide variety of activities such as repairs and cleaning to ensure that our facilities are both tidy and functional. Being reliable and self-motivated with a keen eye for detail is essential in this job, as the ideal candidate will have significant work experience and solid technical knowledge.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following and other duties may be assigned by the building principal and/ or coordinator of buildings and grounds.

Open Building doors, deactivate alarm system, and inspect building for safety hazards Take immediate steps to correct .
Check condition or status of all building human comfort systems: heat, electricity, cooling, plumbing etc.
In winter, remove snow or ice from all entrances and adjacent walkways.
Do daily walk around spot check or areas serviced by the night or day custodian.
Bring to the attention of the Building Principal or Director of Building and Grounds any concerns.
Daily inspect all equipment and systems in building relating to the responsibilities to ensure that they are operational.
Perform minor fixes, such as repairing broken locks, damage to walls, etc.
Install necessary appliances and equipment as needed
Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
Maintain grounds, including garden and yard upkeep, trimming, edging, mowing lawn, collecting trash, etc.
Perform necessary cleaning activities, such as dusting, mopping, trash removal, etc.
Complete regular maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs
Inspect and troubleshoot various equipment and systems
Test the functionality of the facility's safety systems
Collaborate with a team of workers and other professionals during renovations and facility expansions
Report to facilities or maintenance manager regarding issues resolved, those needing attention, and those currently in progress
Minimum Requirements : . Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

High school diploma or equivalent
Proven experience as a maintenance worker or other similar position.
Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems certification(s)
Experience working with tools, including hand and electrical tools
Successful completion of apprenticeship training and certification required
Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings

Terms of Employment : 12 months position. Compensation and benefits as negotiated with the bargaining unit agreement.
Work hours are for

Elementary Buildings 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m . and

Junior High Building 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
This is not necessarily an exhaustive or all -inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts, functions or working conditions associated with the job. This job description is not a contract of employment or promise or guarantee of any specific terms or conditions of employment. The school District may add to, modify or delete any aspect of this job( or the position itself) at any time as it deems advisable.