Districtwide Lead Utility Worker

•1.0 FTE Fayette County Public Schools

GROUNDS/CUSTODIAL SUPPORT

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Fayette County Public Schools Job Details Job ID:

5936118

Application Deadline:

Oct 06, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

To Be Determined Job Description Fayette County Public Schools, KY

JOB DESCRIPTION

•Lead Utility Worker To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description.

Lead Utility Worker Job Class Code:

7632

Position Type:

Hourly Job Type:

Classified Pay Grade

• : G 08 (

•salary calculations are based on verified education and related experience levels)

Reports To:

Superintendent's Designee Supervises:

Assigned Staff Work Calendar Name:

12 month hourly FT Days in work calendar: 251 JOB SUMMARY Train and provide work direction to utility workers; perform a variety of responsible maintenance, grounds and custodial duties related to maintaining and repairing District buildings, facilities and grounds.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Perform a variety of general maintenance, grounds and custodial duties related to maintenance and repair of District facilities, grounds and buildings. Train, assign and provide work direction to assigned utility workers. Recommend general maintenance and custodial needs to appropriate personnel; assist with snow removal as needed. Operate heavy or specialized equipment; operate a variety of tools, machinery and equipment and a variety of power and hand tools used in custodial services and grounds maintenance. Prepare and maintain records including logs and equipment and supply inventories; order equipment and supplies according to established policies and procedures. Report repair and maintenance needs to proper maintenance personnel and assist District maintenance personnel as assigned. Maintain various tools and equipment used in the course of work in a clean, orderly and safe working condition. Demonstrates the ability to communicate in more than one language or the willingness to learn to communicate in more than one language at the novice level of proficiency. Performs other duties as assigned. Maintains regular attendance.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES KNOWLEDGE OF

Principles of training and providing work direction. Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities. Methods, equipment and materials used in general maintenance work, grounds, and custodial work. Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition. Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies. Operation and use of hand and power tools and equipment. Basic record-keeping techniques.

ABILITY TO

Perform a variety of responsible maintenance, grounds and custodial duties related to maintaining and repairing District buildings, facilities and grounds Assign and review the work of others. Train and provide work direction to others. Operate heavy and specialized equipment. Operate tools and equipment used in general maintenance and custodial work. Other school facilities in a clean, safe and secure condition. Use specialized cleaning equipment and supplies safely and efficiently. Report safety hazards and need for maintenance and repair. Perform minor maintenance and repair. Meet schedules and timelines. Work cooperatively with others. Observe health and safety regulations. Understand and follow oral and written directions. Maintain routine records. Perform heavy physical labor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate Three years increasingly responsible grounds, maintenance or custodial experience preferred.

Licenses or Certifications:

Valid Kentucky Commercial Driver's License.

Special Requirements:

N/A PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking. Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision and hearing. Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations. Requires bending, squatting, crawling, climbing, reaching. Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull medium weights, one third of your body weight, not to exceed 50 pounds Requires activities involving being around moving machinery, exposure to marked changes in temperature and humidity, and exposure to dust, fumes and gases.

Job Description Creation Date:

1/1999

Revision Dates:

6/2008 7/2011 7/2012 12/2014 5/2015 12/2024 The Fayette County Board of Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Superintendent shall adhere to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all personnel matters. No person shall be subjected to discrimination in regard to employment, retention, promotion, demotion, transfer or dismissal because of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), genetic information, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, age or disabling condition or limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. Please see the salary schedule here. A Salary Estimator is available here

Position Type:

Full-Time Salary:

$21.50 to $32.31

Per Hour Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Carlos Cooper

GROUNDS/CUSTODIAL SUPPORT

Email:

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