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Henrico County Public Schools

Maintenance Assistant I

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$38,559 / year median in Virginia

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

General Statement of Duties To repair or maintain specific items or areas of the school facility. Areas of work and standards to meet are assigned and supervision is received by checks on the performance of work by the Maintenance Supervisor Essential Duties
  • Assists in the operation, maintenance, repair, replacement and installation of school property
  • Assists in the cleaning, repairing, replacing parts of electrical and wiring devices, heating controls, boilers, plumbing lines and fixtures
  • Assists in assigned painting projects
  • Assists in repairing, altering or building furniture, glass replacement, carpeting, tile, gutters, roofing and fences
  • Attends work daily and is engaged and on task - regular attendance is required
  • Self-auditing practices in safety awareness and procedures
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Performs ground maintenance: mowing, snow-ice removal
  • Operates maintenance tools and equipment
  • Maintains tools, equipment and supplies in accordance with standards
  • Performs overtime work and other duties as required Additional Information This vacancy is open until filled and is available for the 26-27SY.
This is a 12 month, 8 hours per day, 260 day position. Minimum salary is $38,873.76 ($18.69 hourly) or based on promotion policy for internal candidates. Salary is prorated based on official start date. Work hours are 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Henrico County Schools reserves the right to begin screening applications and make a selection at any time during the posting period. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible, as positions may be filled prior to the posted closing date. Minimum Requirements Graduation from high school or trade school. Some knowledge of general maintenance tools and their use; ability to perform routine maintenance and repair tasks with minimum instruction and supervision.
Physical requirements:
lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds; walking; pushing/pulling; climbing; stooping; kneeling; bending; standing; flexibility with lower and upper body; smelling; touching; talking; stamina; hearing Work environment may include: Noise; fumes; grease; dirt/dust; inside/outside; working alone and with others; confined areas; chemicals; repetition; hazards Background Check Disclosure Applicants considered for employment must successfully complete the following background investigations/tests: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Investigation State Police Criminal History Investigation Child Protective Services (CPS) Investigation Tuberculosis Screening/Test Benefits For information about our benefits, visit our website: https://www.henricoschools.us/page/employee-benefits EEO Statement Henrico County Public Schools 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 (including pregnancy), 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. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request