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Colchester School District Maintenance Worker in Colchester, Vermont
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\ ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- - Basic plumbing and electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs; assist licensed plumbers and electricians on more skilled plumbing, heating system and electrical installation, upgrading, and repair projects - Interior and exterior painting, staining, varnishing including preparation of surfaces by cleaning, stripping, and/or scraping, application of primers and final finishes - General rough/finish carpentry repairs and basic construction tasks (both interior and exterior) involving doors, windows, walls, ceilings, ceilings, floors, stairways, roofs, fences, staging, framing - Installation/repair of plumbing fixtures - Drywall installation, including taping and joint finishing - Assist with special construction projects, such as the erection of stages for commencement ceremonies, installation of fences, construction of stairways - Assist with general grounds maintenance work, including mowing, pruning, clearing, snow removal, athletic field preparation - Operate various heavy equipment used in grounds maintenance work, including snowplow, tractor, riding lawn mower, wheel-loader - Lock installation and repair - Utilize personal safety equipment in accordance with all VOSHA and department policies and procedures - Ensure that all applicable work safety and security procedures are followed - Report to Maintenance Foreman any mechanical, electrical, structural, or other failures or malfunctions which could lead to potential damage to a building and/or injury to building occupants - Refer any major problems and/or complaints to the Maintenance Foreman - Exhibit commitment to the School District\'s Vision Plan
Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- - - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance - Knowledge of basic mathematic concepts and measurements - Knowledge of carpentry relating to building maintenance, repair, and construction - Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly - The ability to work independently with little or no supervision - The ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos - The ability to communicate courteously, efficiently, and effectively with a variety of individuals, including students, staff, administrators, parents, and representatives of outside organizations - The ability to be dependable, punctual, and take the initiative
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{=html} <!-- --> - - - High School Diploma (or GED or High School Equivalence Certificate), plus three to four years of relevant experience/training, or a combination of education and experience in the following areas: - Two years of experience in general maintenance with a background in electrical, mechanical, and/o plumbing trades - Carpentry experience related to building maintenance, repair, and construction (rough carpentry, painting, drywall installation, and basic plumbing) - Experience using commercial riding lawn-mowing equipment - Experience driving a one-ton truck with a snowplow required - Valid driver\'s license
PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:
Frequently moves equipment/objects weighing up to 50 pounds (bleachers, tables, chairs, etc.) from one location to another
Must be able to stay in a stationary position 90% of the time
Must be able to effectively and efficiently operate under stressful situations, including managing mul
