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Maintenance Technician/Electrician
Physical Plant Department


I. Purpose of Position:

a.) To provide for the installation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of HVAC/R, electrical, carpentry, plumbing, and related building components and systems in accordance with recognized industry and school standards, and
b.) To assure the timely and appropriate readiness of designated facilities and equipment in support of the schedule and programs of the school.
c.) Hours are 6:00 am to 2:30 pm Monday through Friday.
d.) To open all school buildings in the morning.

II. Supervision

Reports to the Director of Physical Plant

III. Qualifications and Experience

# High school diploma or equivalent.
# Minimum of 3 years’ electrical experience in the construction industry or building maintenance service preferably in an educational environment.
# Proficiency in spoken and written English.
# Physical ability to perform duties as outlined below.
# Valid driver’s license with no moving violations in the last three years.
# Satisfactory personal back-ground check in compliance with Pennsylvania law.
# Physical ability to lift 50 lbs. or more and not afraid of heights.
# Willing to take the Township electrical test.

IV. Personal Attributes

The Maintenance Technician/Electrician will possess the ability to

To maintain a positive, can-do approach to the work at hand.
To meet required standards of performance with minimum supervision.
To communicate comfortably with the full range of school staff.
To anticipate problems and undertake solutions without prompting.
To provide continuous attention to quality, detail, and final results.
 
V. Duties and Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician/Electrician is responsible for:

Observing all safety regulations and policies.

Executing assigned duties within the scope of the Physical Plant Departmental Policies and Procedures Handbook.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of heating systems and equipment including but not limited to motors, fans, drive assemblies, pumps, thermostats, insulation, burner assemblies, combustion chambers, filters, coils, and related equipment and devices.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of air conditioning systems and equipment including but not limited to motors, drive assemblies, air ducts, insulation, filters, pumps, piping, wires, compressors, condensers, driers, and coils.

Performing routine repair and replacement of electrical power, lighting, and communications systems components.

Assisting in the creation and maintenance of documentation for all power and lighting panels, feeders, circuits, transformers, switchgear, motors, and other electrical equipment.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of emergency electrical systems including but not limited to generator sets, battery packs, lights, switching devices, etc.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of fire alarm systems including but not limited to panels, wiring, detectors, pull stations, and other related equipment and devices.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and replacement, as required, of lighting system components including but not limited to lamps, ballasts, fixtures, wiring, raceways, diffusers, anchors/mounts, and other related devices.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of controls, motors, and related devices of HVAC/R systems.

Repairing, replacing, and installing windows and related hardware; performing all re-glazing tasks within the capabilities of shop tools and equipment.

Repairing furniture, including desks, tables, chairs, etc. Building and installing lockers, cabinets, partitions.

Repairing and replacing doors and all related hardware including but not limited to locks, latches, door checks, etc.

Remodeling designated areas in accordance with plans and specifications; repairing and installing flooring, sheet goods, tile, etc.

Checking and repairing playground equipment and documenting work done.

Performing routine checks on all school vehicles and recommending repairs as required.

Driving student, faculty, parent, administrative, and visitor groups as required.

Assisting with obtaining bids from and coordinating work with contractors.

Maintaining records of time and material used on each project or work order.

Assisting with event set ups and tear downs as required.

Performing additional duties as required in case of emergencies, inclement weather, or disasters.

Periodic inspection, cleaning, and testing of air conditioning systems and equipment including but not limited to domestic hot and cold water distribution, sprinkler supply, gas distribution, sanitary lines, pumps, valves, and related equipment and devices.


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