Classified Mechanic/Electrical Helper

Caddo Parish School District; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Caddo Parish School District Warehouse in Shreveport, LA seeks a Classified Mechanic/Electrical Helper to assist in repairing mechanical and electrical equipment and perform routine HVAC maintenance under the Foreman, while prioritizing safety and health standards.

It requires a High School Diploma or GED and basic hand/power tool skills, with the ability to read simple instructions. Reliable teamwork in a school-maintenance setting is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED desired.
• High School or State Vo-Tech courses desired.
• Capability equivalent to that normally achieved through 18 to 42 months of continuous semi-skilled work experience.

Responsibilities

• Assists with boiler repair.
• Assists with repair of gas, air and water leaks associated with HVAC systems.
• Assists with the installation of mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Routine preventative maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Minor repairs and/or replacement of HVAC equipment.
• Routine maintenance and repair of electrical controls and circuits.
• Investigates, identifies and corrects unusual odors, conditions and sounds which might indicate a potential problem.
• Maintains all tools and equipment related to position.
• Maintains and drives service truck.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Classified Mechanic/Electrical Helper

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Job Title: Mechanic/Electrical Helper

Job Code: 337

Grade: D

Prepared By: Woodrow Wilson

Prepared Date: March 8, 2002

Approved By: Clarence Calvin

Approved Date: March 18, 2009

SUMMARY

Working under the Mechanic/Electrical Foreman, assists in the repair and replacement of mechanical or electrical equipment, performs routine tasks in the plumbing and electrical department, and is responsible for maintaining standard safety and health precautions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Assists with boiler repair.
• Assists with repair of gas, air and water leaks associated with HVAC systems.
• Assists with the installation of mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Routine preventative maintenance of HVAC systems.
• Minor repairs and/or replacement of HVAC equipment.
• Routine maintenance and repair of electrical controls and circuits.
• Investigates, identifies and corrects unusual odors, conditions and sounds which might indicate a potential problem.
• Maintains all tools and equipment related to position.
• Maintains and drives service truck.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED desired. High School or State Vo-Tech courses desired. Capability equivalent to that normally achieved through 18 to 42 months of continuous semi-skilled work experience.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

SKILL RELATED

Proficient use of basic hand tools of the trade and ability to safely use power tools.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Ability to work harmoniously and cooperatively with others.
• Ability to handle repetitious tasks.
• Ability to carry out assignments.
• Satisfactory health and personal appearance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift or move moderate to heavy weight.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical. The employee occasionally works in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct. Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

Mechanic/Electrical Foreman

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

260 days

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $30,575 to $40,347 Per Year