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District Maintenance

Duties

JOB GOAL:
To contribute to a safe, clean, and well-maintained school environment by applying skills in building maintenance, repair, and custodial work. Committed to supporting the educational mission of the district by ensuring that all facilities are in optimal condition for students, staff, and the community.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • On call twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week
  • Responsible for equipment and building security
  • Works within occupational health and life safety codes and on the job standards in handling of equipment
  • Helps with the maintenance of landscaping
  • Interprets job orders and completes to supervisor's satisfaction
  • Conserves energy when possible
  • Initiates suggestions for making the workplace better
  • Shovels, snow plows and salts walks, driveways, parking areas and steps as appropriate
  • Conducts preventative maintenance on equipment as directed
  • Works with custodians coordinating efforts with others so as to complete a project in the most efficient manner
  • Performs carpentry, plumbing, electric, heating, ventilation and air conditioning
  • Operates/maintains all maintenance vehicles including, but not limited to, utility van, pick-up trucks, lawn equipment, tractors and snow plows
  • Fills in for custodians when necessary
  • Other duties as assigned by the Director of Building and Grounds

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience in building maintenance, with a focus on schools or similar facilities preferred
  • Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general construction required
  • Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills- develop good, positive relations with colleagues
  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds or less, perform tasks that may require lifting, climbing (ladders), crouching, kneeling, and prolonged periods of standing
  • Able to work on high elevations including, but not limited to, roofs, scaffolding and ladders

How to Apply

Complete online application

Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page

https://phl.applitrack.com/d124/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Buildings+and+Grounds

Job Posting Date

12/4/2025

Start Date

12/1/2025