Job Details
Job ID: 5409616
Job Description
Distinguishing Features of the Class:
The work involves responsibility for the efficient operation and upkeep of school mechanical and electrical equipment in a suburban school district. The incumbent is responsible for the repair and maintenance of all facilities and
equipment. Does related work as required.
Qualifications:
A. Graduation from high school or vocational school or possession of a high school
equivalency diploma and five (5) years of experience in the building or service trade, one
(1) year of which was in a supervisory capacity; OR
B. Nine (9) years of experience in the building or service trades, one (1) year of which was
in a supervisory capacity; OR
C. An equivalent combination of training and experience as defined by the limits of (A) and
(B); AND
D. Possession of a valid Class 5 New York State driver's license at the time of appointment.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-
time experience requirements.
Special Requirements:
Thorough knowledge of the operation and maintenance of heating and ventilating systems;
thorough knowledge of the principles, practices, terminology and tools used in the carpentry, electrical, plumbing and heating trades;
thorough knowledge of the use of power and hand tools;
working knowledge of grounds maintenance;
ability to estimate accurately the cost of repairs and amount of time required to complete projects;
ability to prepare detailed reports;
ability to plan and supervise the work of others;
ability to get along well with others;
initiative and resourcefulness;
ability to follow written and oral instructions;
industry and dependability;
good judgement;
physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Reports to:
Work is performed under the direct supervision of the Superintendent of Buildings
and Grounds or his/her assistant, allowing considerable leeway for the exercise of independent
judgement in the performance of duties.
Supervises: Direct supervision is exercised over a staff of skilled and unskilled employees.
Typical Work Activities:
Is familiar with and contributes to the successful implementation of the District's Mission and Belief statements;
Assigns and plans skilled work in one or more of the building or service trades;
Repairs and maintains plumbing and heating facilities, washrooms and related piping, traps, storm drains, gas lines, steam piping, boilers, return vacuum pumps, and various types of control apparatus;
Repairs and maintains all electrical equipment in the system, including ventilators, motors and controllers, stage and room lighting, electrical oil burning equipment and controls, power machinery and miscellaneous pumps;
Repairs and maintains exterior of buildings, including glazing, sheetmetal work, slate, tar and gravel roofs;
Requisitions supplies and equipment as required;
Supervises the repair of trucks, tractors, lawn mowers and other equipment;
May be responsible for grounds maintenance, including sidewalks, roadways, fences, playgrounds and all related equipment, athletic fields, etc;
Estimates costs, time and material required for specific projects;
Inspects equipment used in building operations to insure efficient operation and safety;
Maintains records appropriate to operations of the maintenance staff;
Evaluates work performance of subordinate employees;
Perform such other tasks and assume such other responsibilities as directed by the Superintendent of Schools or his/her designee.
Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:
Support Staff, Maintenance
Job Requirements
At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Lynn Clark
105 Casey RoadEast Amherst, New York 14501
Phone: 716-626-8053
Email: lmclark2@williamsvillek12.org