Maintenance (full-time)

Maintenance (full-time) Pottsgrove School District Facilities Department - Pottstown, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Pottsgrove School District Job Details

Job ID:

5703638

Application Deadline:

May 22, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

JOB SUMMARY

Perform tasks necessary to maintain the District's properties and equipment including the operation, maintenance and repair of HVAC systems and equipment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain and repair heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and related controls; perform preventative maintenance tasks as scheduled. Perform maintenance and repair tasks in various trades such as electrical, welding, plumbing, carpentry, painting, masonry and other general maintenance work as assigned. Perform preventative maintenance, including maintenance and repair of automated digital and pneumatic temperature control systems, plumbing systems and kitchen equipment. Maintain existing electrical equipment; install additional electrical circuits and components. Maintain faucets, pipes, plumbing fixtures; clear drains and make repairs as necessary. Maintain all campus grounds with snow removal and salting as required. Repair kitchen and refrigeration equipment including but not limited to freezers, refrigerators, ice machines and water coolers. Maintain and repair door hardware including but not limited to locks, closures and hinges. Order and coordinate the pricing and installation of small equipment needing repair and/or replacement within the mechanical inventory. Maintain service to fire alarm systems including but not limited to adding codes, general maintenance, and cleaning of detectors. Perform various tasks as requested including but not limited to installation of classroom equipment, hanging art work, mounting white boards, repairing furniture and casework repair. Maintain and repair flooring and walls, including but not limited to tile, drywall, plaster and block. Maintain and repair various roofing systems, including but not limited to rubber and metal. Enter completed daily work orders into the TMA maintenance management system. Perform other duties as assigned by the District Maintenance Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent necessary Vo-tech or trade school required Experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing & carpentry preferred Ability to read and understand blueprints and work from drawings Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code) Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code) FBI Criminal History Record Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994 Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to reach above and below the waist Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects Ability to lift and/or carry supplies and/or papers weighing no more than 50 lbs. Ability to work off of ladders, scaffolding and high lift devices Ability to mostly stand with some walking or moving throughout the work environment

SENSORY ABILITIES

Visual acuity Auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions Must be able to work in extreme cold (32 degrees or less) and extreme heat (90 degrees or more)

TEMPERAMENT

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions Able to make judgments and work under high level of stress

COGNITIVE ABILITY

Ability to communicate effectively Ability to organize tasks Ability to handle multiple tasks Ability to exercise good judgment

SPECIFIC SKILLS

Must possess leadership skills Must possess knowledge of power tools Must posses ability to operated trucks and tractors Must be able to handle asbestos containing building materials Must possess basic computer skills Ability to operate various office equipment (Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.)

Work Year:

260 Days / 8 hours per day

Benefits:

Generous benefits package including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance.

Starting Rate:

$21.26-28.00 per hour (based on experience) Must have current Act 34, 151 & 114 Clearances Pottsgrove School District provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements At least 2 year(s) of relevant experience preferred. High School/Trade School degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required