Building Maintenance Helper

Queensbury UFSD; Town of Queensbury (NY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensbury Union Free School District is hiring a full-time Building Maintenance Helper. The position involves cleaning, minor repairs, and basic upkeep of school buildings and facilities in Town of Queensbury, NY. Starting pay is $18.81/hour and depends on experience.

Must be able to operate tools and assist in various trades. This role supports cleaning and maintenance of both interior and exterior areas, including floors, windows, and equipment.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of maintenance and repair of buildings.
• Ability to use hand and power tools.
• Physical condition suitable for the job.

Responsibilities

• Clean restrooms, hallways, offices, carpets, kitchens and windows.
• Perform minor carpentry repairs to desks, furniture and shelving.
• Assist in plumbing repairs and general building maintenance work.
• Assist in masonry, painting and electrical tasks as needed.
• Support grounds upkeep including mowing and trimming.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Snow removal equipment

General maintenance

Carpentry basics

Painting basics

Job description

Building Maintenance Helper. Queensbury Union Free School District is recruiting for a full-time Building Maintenance Helper. Minimum Salary $18.81/ hour,actual salary based on experience.

BUILDING MAINTENANCE HELPER Job Description

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

An employee in this position performs a variety of tasks connected with the operation, maintenance, and cleaning of buildings and related equipment. Miscellaneous minor repair work may be performed, but it does not require the same degree of proficiency and ability as that called for in the position of Building Maintenance Worker. General directions are received from a superior in connection with assignments. Supervision of the work of others is not usually a responsibility of this class. The incumbent does related work as required.

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Assists in a variety of tasks in regard to the upkeep of buildings including but not limited to cleaning restrooms, hallways, offices, carpets, kitchens and washing windows and scrubbing floors;
• Performs minor carpentry work such as simple repairs to desks, tables, office furniture and shelving, and recreational equipment;
• Assists in installation and repair of general plumbing equipment such as sinks, toilets, etc.;
• Assists in masonry, carpentry, electrical, or painting operations; Prepares surfaces for painting by scraping, sanding, washing, and applying paint and varnish remover;
• Assists in the upkeep of grounds by mowing lawns, trimming shrubbery, and taking care of flower beds;
• Does interior and exterior painting where quantity rather than quality of work performed is the principal object;
• Helps to repair windows, doors, floors, walls, and other parts of building; Replaces defective fuses and light bulbs;
• Operates trucks, automobiles and other motorized equipment;
• Helps to clean and maintain tools, machinery, and other mechanical equipment; Cleans lavatories, hallways, rugs, and polishes brass and metal work;
• Collects and helps remove trash and garbage; Helps remove snow and ice from walks and driveways.
• For the Town of Thurman: May perform duties of Sanitary Landfill Attendant as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND ATTRIBUTES:

Working knowledge of practices, tools, and materials used in the minor maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment; Ability to use and operate hand and power tools; Ability to operate motorized snow removal equipment; Ability to follow oral and written directions; Manual dexterity; Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Some knowledge of the practices, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• A) If the position involves the operation of a motor vehicle, eligibility for an appropriate level New York State Driver's license at time of application.
• B) Possession of the license at time of appointment.

JC: Non-competitive