Facility Technician 1 - Maintenance

Facility Maintenance Office; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristol Tennessee City Schools Facility Maintenance Office seeks a Facilities Technician I to help keep school facilities and grounds in excellent condition, supporting a high-quality learning environment for students.

The role covers grounds maintenance, light repairs, and collaboration with maintenance teams on plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks; requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license, with benefits included in the package.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and experience.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or general maintenance preferred.
• Ability to obtain respirator certification if required.

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds maintenance such as trimming, spraying, cleanup, mulching, mowing, and playground surface work.
• Handles light repairs, roof maintenance, and ceiling tile replacements.
• Supports technicians with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and related tasks.
• Follows safety procedures and uses PPE correctly.
• Responds to routine maintenance requests and supports emergency repairs when needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by supervisors.

Skills

Groundskeeping

General maintenance

Equipment operation

Verbal communication

Written communication

Problem solving

Manual labor

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

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Facility Technician 1 - Maintenance

Bristol Tennessee City Schools Facility Maintenance Office - Bristol, Tennessee Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Bristol Tennessee City School System

Job Details

Job ID: 5822671

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 08, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

This is a full-time position that includes benefits. Please see the job description below.

Our salary schedules may be accessed here .

Job Summary

The Facilities Technician I is responsible for keeping school facilities and grounds in excellent condition in order to provide a high-quality learning environment for all students.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Performs grounds maintenance, including trimming, spraying, cleanup, mulching, mowing, and replacing playground surfaces
• Handles light repairs, roof maintenance, and ceiling tile replacements.
• Supports technicians with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and related maintenance tasks.
• Engages in training to expand knowledge of facility operations and maintenance.
• Follows all district safety procedures and properly uses tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment.
• Responds to routine maintenance requests and supports emergency repair operations as needed.
• Performs additional duties as assigned by the Chief Facilities and Maintenance Officer or Foreman.

Minimum Education and Experience

• A high school diploma or GED or equivalent and experience

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain safe driving record.
• Experience in groundskeeping, landscaping, or general maintenance preferred.
• Ability to obtain respirator certification if required.

Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.

Key Competencies

Specific capacities and abilities may be required of an individual in order to learn or perform adequately a task or job duty.

Knowledge of

• Methods, materials and tools used in performing routine groundskeeping maintenance
• Safe operation of equipment and adherence to established safety protocols

Skill in

• Safely using or operating power tools, equipment, and vehicles required to perform groundskeeping and maintenance work.
• Operating assigned vehicles, hand and power tools, telephones, and other standard office equipment.
• Performing routine maintenance, and repair work in accordance with district standards.
• Effective verbal and written communications.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem solving

Ability to

• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Perform regular maintenance and repairs to buildings and equipment in a timely manner.
• Operate the power and hand tools required in maintenance and repair work.
• Perform moderately heavy manual labor and work from ladders, or on uneven terrain.
• Effectively diagnose and resolve routine maintenance issues including in response to emergency or hazardous situations.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, students, administrators, contractors, and the public.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

Regular lifting of objects that exceed 50 lbs., occasional lifting of heavier items.

Frequent walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, and pulling.

Climbing ladders and working at elevated heights, or on uneven terrain.

Use of power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment on a regular basis

Working outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow.

• Exposure to temperature, fumes, dirt, dust, noise, and chemicals.
• Work is performed independently or as part of a team and requires adherence to safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
• The role is expected to respond to maintenance needs promptly and may be required to support emergency repair operations outside regular working hours.

Terms Of Employment

Salary and work year to be established by the Board.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so assigned.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $17.63 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Angie Luster , HR Asst.
• Email: [e-mail]