Maintenance Position Position Available In Coos, New Hampshire

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Job DetailsApplication Deadline:

[Jun 13, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC)]{#ApplicationDeadline-value tabindex=”0″}

Starting Date:

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JOB TITLE

Buildings and Grounds Maintenance/Special Projects Worker•5:30•2:00 orother hours dependent upon the work required

JOB DESCRIPTION

Inspect different equipment and perform any basic repairs or preventative maintenance when required. Must have a general knowledge of plumbing, carpentry, electricity, grounds keeping, masonry, and general maintenance. Must be able to do general repairs, building renovations and know his/her limitations referring to a specialist when in doubt. To do well in this role one should have previous experience in maintenance, be highly skilled with various hand and power tools, and be able to read blueprints and repair manuals. The employee should possess the ability to get along with others and be flexible in his/her schedule, responsibilities and work.

Must possess a variety of skills encompassing most of the construction trades.

A building maintenance workers must always remain aware of their limitations and request the services of a licensed professional when the workers lack of expertise or local ordinances require it.

Conduct regular inspections to determine areas that need attention and then perform the tasks.

ACCOUNTABILITY

Reports to the Buildings and Grounds Director

EQUIPMENT USED

Hand and power tools; construction vehicles and machinery, hand and power cleaning equipment; test meters and gauges; alarm system; HVAC equipment; telephone.

ENVIRONMENT

Inside:

50%

Outside:

50%

Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience in building and grounds operations.

Desire to continue career improvement.

Familiarity with computers and software relating to maintenance and inventory.

Ability to read chemical labels.

Ability to read material safety data sheets (MSDS).Ability to initiate and complete work orders.

Have a valid drivers license, commercial Class•B preferred, able to drive, and qualify under the districts insurance carrier when driving a district vehicle.

Essential Functions:

Maintain school buildings and grounds in top condition to ensure full and productive use of district facilities.

Ensure that all activities conform to district guidelines.

Communicate effectively with all members of the school district and community.

React to change productively and handle other tasks as assigned.

Appropriately operate all equipment and machinery as necessary.

General ResponsibilitiesAssist in maintaining school buildings and grounds in top condition.

Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students and employees in school buildings and grounds.

Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all maintenance and repair projects.

Perform preventative maintenance, repair, and installation in connection with:

Carpentry, electrical, masonry, and HVAC systems.

Exterior and interior of buildings.

School groundsMove equipment and materials within and between school grounds.

Work overtime when emergencies arise in order to prevent disruption of the schools.

Snow removal and treatment of walkways and parking areasAct as a substitute custodian when necessary.

Observe district policies at all times.

Keep abreast of new information, innovative ideas and techniques.

Adhere to district health and safety policies.

Other duties assigned by the Buildings and Grounds Director or Administrative Staff.

Physical Requirements/ Environmental Conditions:

Requires prolonged sitting or standing.

Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.

Requires stooping, kneeling, crawling, ben ing, turning, and reaching.

Requires climbing and balancing.

Must work indoors and outdoors year-round.

Must work in noisy and crowded environments.

Must work in and around dust, fumes and odors.

Must be able to drive a mechanical vehicle.

Must be able to work in high places.

LIFT up to 10 lbs.: Frequently required.

LIFT 11 to 25 lbs.: Occasionally required.

LIFT 26 to 50 lbs.: Occasionally required. Assistance may be available.

LIFT over 50 lbs.: Rarely required. Assistance may be available.

CARRY up to 10 lbs: Frequently required.

CARRY 11

to 25 lbs.: Occasionally required.

CARRY 26

to 50 lbs.: Rarely required. Assistance may be available.

CARRY over 50 lbs.: Rarely required. Assistance may be available.

REACH above shoulder height: Occasionally required.

REACH at shoulder height: Frequently required.

REACH below shoulder height: Frequently required.

PUSH/PULL

Occasionally required.

OTHER PHYSICAL

CONSIDERATIONSTwisting:

Occasionally required.

Bending:

Frequently required.

Crawling:

Rarely required.

Squatting:

Rarely required.

Kneeling:

Occasionally required.

Crouching:

Rarely required.

Climbing:

Rarely required.

Balancing:

Not required.

WORK SURFACE

(S): Varies from carpeting, linoleum, tile, concrete, gravel, dirt and grass. Wet and slippery surfaces in inclement weather.

HAND MANIPULATIONGrasping:

Frequently required.

Handling:

Frequently required.

Torquing:

Occasionally required.

Fingering:

Frequently required.

Controls and Equipment:

Hand and small power tools; hand and power cleaning equipment; test meters and gauges; alarm system; HVAC equipment; telephone.

DURING AN 8 HOUR DAY, EMPLOYEE IS REQUIRED TO

Consecutive HoursSit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Stand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Walk 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Total HoursSit 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Stand 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8Walk 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8COGNITIVE

AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Talking:

Necessary for communicating with others.

Hearing:

Necessary for taking instructions from others.

Sight:

Necessary for doing job effectively and correctly.

Tasting and Smelling:

Smelling required to detect odors, such as natural gas, electrical smoke, etc.

Specific Vocational Preparation Requirement(s):|__| 1. Short demonstration only.|__| 2. Any beyond short demonstration up to and including 30 days.|__| 3. 30-90 days.|xx| 4. 91-180 days.|__| 5. 181 days to 1 year.|__| 6. 1 to 2 years.|__| 7. 2 to 4 years.|__| 8. 4-10 years.|__| 9. Over 10 years.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Asbestos Awareness Certificate, preferred. CDL Class B preferred

SUMMARY OF OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURES

Floor and bathroom cleaners, cleaning agents and solvents, heating fuels.

Incumbents may be exposed to extremes of heat, cold, and wet weather.:::