Building Technician

Portage Public Schools; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Portage Public Schools is seeking a Building Technician for Edustaff responsibilities in Portage, MI. The role focuses on providing on-site technology support in school buildings, maintaining hardware, and assisting staff and students in using technology.

The position requires a two-year technical degree or equivalent, strong communication skills, and the ability to work independently. A+ certification or progress toward it within six months is preferred.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent in technical training.
• Diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to relate/communicate well with all authority levels, skill levels, and personality types.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Strong organizational skills
• A+ certification or commit to earning within 6 months of hire date.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff and the public.
• Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
• Proficient computer and document skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a first-line resource for technology used throughout the building(s).
• Assist Instructional Coach(es) with staff training sessions and student training in computers and software.
• Maintain computer hardware by diagnosing, repairing, and replacing components on site or via parts transport.
• Diagnose software problems and update software to fix bugs and apply patches.
• Install and configure staff computers and peripherals including printers and projectors.
• Assist in developing, testing, documenting, and deploying system images.
• Support the communication systems deployed within buildings.
• Assist with asset tracking and yearly inventory.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or building administrator(s).
• Regular and consistent attendance.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Driver's license

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Chromebook service

Job description

Building Technician - Edustaff Employee
Portage Public Schools buildings
Full-Time
2026-27School Year

Job

Summary:

Under the direction of the Technical Services Coordinator, the Building Technician is responsible for providing on-site technology support within assigned school buildings. This includes managing, maintaining, and troubleshooting computer hardware and software, assisting with network connectivity, and supporting staff and students in the effective use of technology.

Responsibilities:

Maintain the following infrastructure and related network systems:

• Serve as a first-line resource for technology (hardware, software, and on-line resources) used throughout the building(s); identify areas to apply technology, advise of available technology, and encourage and assist in using technology
• Assist Instructional Coach(es) with individual and group training sessions for staff and serve as a resource for training students in the use of computers and software
• Maintain computer hardware by diagnosing, repairing, and/or replacing essential computer components and associated peripherals, either on site or by transporting equipment and/or parts for repair
• Diagnose problems with computer software programs within assigned building(s), updating software to fix bugs and apply patches if needed
• Install and set up computer peripherals, including (but not limited to) printers, scanners, projectors, etc.
• Install and configure staff computers, including (but not limited to) printers, shortcuts, and email account settings
• Assist in developing, testing, documenting, and deploying system images
• Assist in support of the communication systems deployed within assigned building(s)
• Assist with asset tracking processes, including yearly inventory
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor or building administrator(s)
• Regular and consistent attendance
• Must have knowledge of and comply with the policies and procedures contained in the Portage Public Schools Employee Handbook.

The above duties and responsibilities are intended to be representative of the nature of the work by this position. The listing is not all-inclusive.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications:

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent in technical training and field experience.
• Diagnostic, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and communication skills.
• Ability to relate/communicate well with all authority levels, skill levels, and personality types.
• Ability to work independently without direct supervision
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to switch between multiple projects quickly and self-prioritize tasks involved
• A+ certification or commit to earning within 6 months of hire date.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with district staff and the public.
• Ability to assume responsibility, display initiative, and exercise good judgment.
• Proficient computer and document skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

• Google Workspace experience
• Chromebook Service and Repair experience

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:

The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex(including sexual orientation andgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities. The following positions at Portage Public Schools have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policy: Human Resources Director Jennifer Meisterheim and Assistant Superintendent of Operations Russell Gerbers. Contact information: 269-323-5000, 8107 Mustang Drive, Portage, Mi 49002

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