District Facilities & Grounds Technician - Full-Time

OEISD Maintenance; Odem (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

OEISD Maintenance in Odem, Texas is seeking a Maintenance worker to perform general maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds across district facilities. Responsibilities include carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC-related tasks, with emphasis on safety and adherence to district standards.

The role requires interpreting blueprints, following written and verbal instructions, and 1–2 years of maintenance experience.

Qualifications

• Texas driver’s license required.
• Ability to follow verbal, oral and written instructions.
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring and operating principles of motors.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, schematics, and written reference material.
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations.
• Ability to diagnose and resolve problems.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally).
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Ability to operate power-driven equipment.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Assist with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Blueprint reading

Diagnose and resolve problems

Hand tools

Power tools

Independent work

Education

Texas driver’s license (clear and valid)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Heavy equipment (backhoe, tractor, grader)

Measuring tools

Job description

OEISD Maintenance in Odem, Texas is seeking a Maintenance worker to perform general maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds across district facilities. Responsibilities include carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC-related tasks, with emphasis on safety and adherence to district standards.

The role requires interpreting blueprints, following written and verbal instructions, and 1–2 years of maintenance experience.