General Maintenance III

Pay Grade:  47B Salary Based on Experience
Work Days:  260 

PRIMARY PURPOSE:  
Supply the labor and expertise required to repair or construct projects assigned to Maintenance/Facilities having knowledge of basic principles of electricity, painting, carpentry, plumbing and HVAC.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education/Certification:
• High school diploma or equivalent Valid Texas driver's license
• Driving record that is insurable by Plano ISD's insurance carrier

 

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS:
Ability to communicate well and interact with all people in a courteous and positive manner
Leadership qualities that will set a positive role model in the department
The practice of safe working habits for employees
Willingness to execute written employment contract with Plano ISD

Experience:

 

• Six years of experience in carpentry and general maintenance

 

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

 

• Understanding of blue prints and electrical wiring
• Responsibilities include performing preventive maintenance functions
• Responsibilities and duties will include working in various areas and multiple crafts
• Ability to be assigned to work in electrical, painting, carpentry, plumbing and HVAC
• May possess certifications in above craft fields
• Understanding basic uses of plumbing equipment and maintaining the plumbing on appliances
• Analyze and determine what material is needed to make the repair or build utilizing prints, sketches, or verbal instructions.
• Select material and hardware for time and material estimates
• Fabricate and erect such items as office partitions, hang doors, construct office/factory racks, shelves, cabinets, etc.
• Replace and finish damaged woodwork, including replacement with plastic or similar materials
• Construct and install new windows and doors, replace glass in existing windows and doors
• Maintain an inventory on material and labor used
• Work with Supervisor or Managers to ensure that all building needs are fulfilled and to ensure proper and safe operation and appearance of buildings
• Drive Plano ISD vehicle to inspect work sites, transport materials, and perform required labor
• Build all projects in a craftsman like manner
• Inspect all job assignments upon completion for perfection
• Clean areas after project completion
• Develop and follow safety rules and procedures as well as assume the responsibility that others follow these rules
• Follow all rules, regulations, and policies of Plano ISD and follow directives from superiors
• Participation in the on-call rotation schedule is required
• Follow attendance policy as assigned by supervisor 
• Perform other functions that may be assigned by the Administration and/or supervisor

 

Equipment Used:

 

• Uses shop power woodworking machines such as saws, planes, routers, radial arm saws, hand and portable power tools and measuring devises
• Operates Plano ISD’s vehicles

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

 

Physical Demands:
Frequent lifting and carrying, 15-50 pounds
Frequent twisting, reaching above shoulder, bending, climbing, and kneeling
Manual dexterity to complete projects in a craftsman fashion

 

Environment:

 

• Work outside under conditions of inclement weather
• Excessive heat and cold; excessive noise, intermittent
• Dust, work around machinery with moving parts
• Work on ladders or scaffolding
• Must be able to tolerate solvents, paint, and paint thinner odors, glue, and glue odors

 

Mental Demands:
Reading
Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written)
Ability to maintain emotional control under stress