Facility Maintenance Worker I

Commonwealth of Kentucky; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD), located in Danville, Kentucky, is a statewide educational center dedicated to serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students from across the Commonwealth. KSD provides a bilingual environment in which students learn and grow in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English.

Our programs are designed to empower students with the linguistic, academic, social, and transition skills they need to become confident, capable, and successful lifelong learners.

Job description

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Job Title

Facility Maintenance Worker I

Pay Grade

09

Salary

$28,785.60 Annually

Employment Type

EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 37.5 HR/WK

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Hiring Agency

Education and Labor Cabinet | Kentucky Department of Education

Location

303 South 2nd Street
Danville, KY 40422

Description

The Kentucky School for the Deaf (KSD), located in Danville, Kentucky, is a statewide educational centerdedicated to serving Deaf and Hard of Hearing students from across the Commonwealth. KSD provides a bilingualenvironment in which students learn and grow in both American Sign Language (ASL) and English. Our programsare designed to empower students with the linguistic, academic, social, and transition skills they need tobecome confident, capable, and successful lifelong learners.

KSD is organizationally part of the Kentucky Department of Education (KDE), a service agency within theCommonwealth of Kentucky under the Education and Labor Cabinet. KDE supports KSD through guidance, resources,and oversight as part of its broader mission to ensure success for every student in Kentucky’s P-12 publiceducation system.

As one of only two state-operated special schools under KDE, KSD has a long and proud history of excellence inDeaf education and cultural preservation. We value partnerships with families, local school districts, andcommunity stakeholders to ensure every student receives the individualized support they need.

KSD Mission:To equip Deaf and Hard of Hearing students with linguistic, academic, social, and transition skills to reachtheir full potential.

To partner with districts, schools, families, students, business, industry, and communities to provideleadership and support to ensure success for each and every student.

KSD CORE VALUES

• Students are our top priority.
• We create safe, equitable environments that foster student development.
• We respect and promote diversity.
• We support bilingual development in ASL and English.
• We uphold and model a strong work ethic.
• We honor KSD’s history and Deaf culture.
• We build collaborative partnerships with families and stakeholders.
• We nurture student leadership and lifelong learning.

KSD is seeking a Facility Maintenance Worker I who is dedicated, knowledgeable, and passionate about making ameaningful difference in the lives of Deaf and Hard of Hearing students. This position offers a unique andrewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic, culturally rich, and student-focused environment.

As part of the Kentucky Department of Education, employees of KSD receive the full benefits and support ofstate government employment, including professional development, health and retirement benefits, andopportunities for advancement.

If you’re ready to join a team committed to empowering the next generation of leaders, learners, and advocatesin the Deaf community—this is the job for you.

The Kentucky Department of Education (KDE) participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal governmentwith your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. KDE will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that KDE has violated its E-Verify responsibilities,please contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) at 1-888-897-7781 or https://dhs.gov/e-verify

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATION: NONE

EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONE

Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE

Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be 18 years of age.

Working Conditions

Incumbents in this job title may be exposed to extreme temperatures which requires the following of safety procedures. Mustfollow safety procedures, such as utilization of eye and ear protection, when utilizing certain mechanical equipment.

Probationary Period

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Amy Hislope at [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D