District Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift

Richfield Public Schools; Richfield (MN); On-site; USD 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Richfield Public Schools is seeking a full-time Districtwide Maintenance Mechanic for 1st shift to troubleshoot, maintain, repair and monitor the District's mechanical systems. The role supports safe, efficient operations across school facilities, grounds and infrastructure to provide a conducive learning environment.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, plus two years of relevant experience or formal post-secondary training.

Qualifications

• Experience with maintaining HVAC, security, fire protection and other physical plant systems.
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical systems to ensure safety and readiness.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, maintain, repair and monitor the District's mechanical systems.
• Perform a variety of maintenance tasks on school facilities, grounds and mechanical systems.
• Ensure safe, presentable, comfortable and functional environments for students, staff and visitors.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical maintenance

Plumbing

Pool equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Minnesota Boiler License (Chief Class C or 1-C)

Pool Certification (Minnesota)

Tools

None

Job description

The Richfield Public School District is now accepting applications for a full-time Districtwide Maintenance Mechanic - 1st Shift. This position includes troubleshooting, maintain, repair and regularly monitor the District's mechanical systems to ensure that required levels of safety, readiness and operational efficiencies are consistently achieved and sustained. This position will perform a considerable variety of maintenance and repair responsibilities for school facilities, grounds and mechanical systems as scheduled or required to help ensure a safe, presentable, comfortable, and functional environment for students, staff and visitors.

We are located in the heart of the Twin Cities Metropolitan area and serve a diverse student population in Richfield and the surrounding communities. Richfield Public Schools inspires and empowers each individual to learn, grow & excel.

Requirements:

• High School or GED equivalent and at least two years' experience in the proper operation and maintenance of HVAC, security, fire protection and other physical plant systems or successful completion of a formal post-secondary training program.
• Demonstrate and considerable working knowledge of HVAC systems, steamtraps, thermostats, univents, pneumatic operators, plumbing, basic electrical maintenance / repair and pool equipment operations.
• Current Chief Class C or 1-C Boiler License and the ability to maintain this licensure.
• State of Minnesota Pool Certification or the ability to secure this certification within sixty days of hire.

Salary:

$26.95-$31.98 (Based on education and experience).

Please note, the current rate is for the 2025-26 and contract is currently under negotiation for the 2026-27 school year.

Application deadline:

Position is open until closed.