Maintenance Mechanic - District Wide

Portland Public Schools

Central Office - Portland, Maine Job Details

Job ID:

5941149

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Today

Job Description

TITLE:

Maintenance Mechanic

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Maintenance Mechanic provides all levels of trades support and maintenance of school buildings, grounds, and equipment. This position involves performing related duties, as required or assigned, under general direction from a team leader or supervisor; usually works independently.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Assists other maintenance staff with carpentry repairs; completes light carpentry and plumbing repairs; flooring removal and installation; demolition activities; installation of classroom equipment and furnishings, such as whiteboards and tackboards

Utilizes scissor lifts, genie lifts, fork lifts, etc

Makes deliveries of miscellaneous supplies from vendors to schools

Transfers school furnishings and equipment from school to school

Normally works independently without close supervision to complete miscellaneous tasks, such as painting, graffiti removal, and general cleaning

Occasionally performs work in removing snow, plowing, or sanding

Understands and uses tools properly and safely

Observes safety precautions; identifies safety procedures and practices

Displays awareness of unsafe practices and takes appropriate action

Describes technical problems to supervisor and others for appropriate action

Performs other related duties, as assigned

On calls on a rotating schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

High School or GED diploma required

Ability to read and write

Good working knowledge of, or ability to quickly learn, new equipment and technology requirements

Knowledge of standard equipment operating systems

Proficiency at use of tools associated with the trades

CREDENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

Maine State CHRC authorization (cost is $70 - more info here)

EMPLOYMENT DETAILS

Schedule:

Full Year, Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Assignment:

Permanent

Shift:

1st Shift

Contract:

Part of BASE union (see 2026-2029 Collective Bargaining Agreement here)

Wage range: $21.33-$27.55, based on experience as outlined in CBA

Benefits:

Eligible for benefits as outlined here

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Portland Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Position Type:

Full-time