BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER / LEAD @ FRANKLIN (3103)

Phoenix Union High School District; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Union High School District is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker, Lead at Franklin (3103) to coordinate facilities staff, perform custodial and grounds tasks, and manage HVACR systems to provide a safe, comfortable environment for students and staff.

The role leads building maintenance workers and custodians, ensuring preventative maintenance, safety compliance, and timely completion of work orders across campus facilities.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED w/ 3 years building maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Arizona Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Leads the work of building maintenance workers, custodians, and groundskeepers; coordinates and schedules activities; assigns duties.
• Operates HVACR systems to maintain a comfortable environment; manage EMS scheduling and comfort set points.
• Paints classrooms and other areas; replaces switches, tiles, and filters; inspects fire extinguishers.
• Performs semi-skilled maintenance and repairs; inspects roofs and drains; cleans drains.
• Maintains school grounds; trims, mows, weeds; cares for plants and trees; handles supplies and budgeting for custodial/grounds.

Skills

HVACR systems

Team leadership

Maintenance planning

Safety compliance

Work order management

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER / LEAD @ FRANKLIN (3103) JobID: 16317

• Position Type: Facilities, Maintenance & Warehouse/ BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER/LD
• Date Posted: 8/25/2026
• Location: DSF -DISTRICT SUPPORT FACILITY (CONSTR/FACILITIES)
• Closing Date: 09/01/2026

DEPARTMENT:Construction & Facilities

WORK YEAR: 12 Months

SALARY SCHEDULE: Education Support Professional

SUMMARY

The Building Maintenance Worker, Lead coordinates the efforts of other facilities related staff. Also performs custodial, grounds, and building maintenance repairs; controls heating and cooling temperature; systems to provide and maintain a clean and comfortable environment for teachers, students, and staff. Leads the work of building maintenance workers, custodians and groundskeepers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Leads the work of building maintenance workers, custodians, and groundskeepers; coordinates and schedules activities; assigns duties. Provides recommendations as needed and input on evaluations.
• Operates HVACR systems to include: heat pumps, boilers, chillers, cooling equipment, and air handlers to maintain a comfortable environment for students, teachers, and staff. Manage and monitor HVACR EMS (Energy Management System) pertaining to scheduling, and District approved comfort set points.
• Paints classrooms and other areas; replaces light switches; replaces floor and ceiling tiles; changes filters for evaporative coolers and HVAC units; inspects fire extinguishers.
• Performs semi-skilled maintenance and engineering tasks including but not limited to adjusting and repairing door closures, inspecting and cleaning roof areas and drain spouts, replacing hose bib and faucet washers, and cleaning and freeing clogged drains.
• Assists in maintaining the school grounds including by trimming, mowing, raking, weeds, and picking up trash; care for plants, shrubs, and trees by spading, mulching, and fertilizing.
• Initiates work orders and material requisitions; estimates budget requirements for custodial and grounds supplies, equipment, repairs, and remodeling.
• Sets up classrooms for students, staff, or the public for various activities and events.
• Supports the relationship between the Phoenix Union High School District and the public by demonstrating courteous and professional behavior when interacting with students, parents, visitors, and school staff; maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, client records, and school information; follows Governing Board Policies; performs all other related duties as required or assigned.

The above essential functions are intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities and not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or GED equivalent; AND three years of building maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Supervisory experience preferred.
• A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Skill in performing building, mechanical and general maintenance tasks commensurate with the essential functions of the job.
• Skill in completing and facilitating completion of work orders.
• Skill in coordinating the efforts of individuals and teams to complete projects and tasks.
• Skill in understanding, explaining, and applying technical skills, relevant rules, regulations, policies, safety protocols and procedures.
• Skill in maintaining accurate records.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to provide excellent customer experiences, including but not limited to interacting tactfully and courteously with the public.
• Commitment to create and sustain a thriving learning and working environment for students and staff.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• Ability to use initiative within organizational policies, procedures and guidelines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Work is performed throughout campuses and District facilities, both indoors and outdoors.
• Work requires exposure to hot and cold temperatures, potentially dangerous tools and equipment, and hazardous chemicals.
• Physical ability to perform all of the essential functions (e.g. stand, turn, stoop, crouch, crawl, reach, lift, push, pull, and, work at heights, climb ladders).
• May be required to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

The Board is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability or sexual orientation, as well as gender identity, gender expression and immigration status. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff members, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the Board does business. Any person who believes he or she has been subjected to discrimination, harassment or retaliation on the basis of any protected reason other than disability may file a complaint under Administrative Regulation JB-R, or may contact the Superintendent's designee, the District Hearing & Compliance Officer at: