General Maintenance Technician

West Ottawa Public Schools; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

West Ottawa Public Schools is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team. You will conduct inspections for maintenance needs and safety hazards, respond promptly to work orders and emergencies, and help maintain clean, safe school environments across district buildings.

A valid driver’s license is required. You should be comfortable working outside in various weather conditions and able to perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting and other repairs as

Qualifications

• Previous experience in general maintenance preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (indoor and outdoor).
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards.
• Respond promptly to maintenance request / work orders and emergency repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of facilities.
• Operate and maintain maintenance tools and equipment safely.
• Comply with all safety regulations and district policies.
• Perform routine building maintenancerepairs throughout school buildings and facilities, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, doors, furniture, equipment, and general building upkeep.
• Assists with building operations and events.
• Helps ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment for students and staff.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Tools

Valid driver's license

Job description

Notice of Support Staff Posting

Position: General Maintenance Technician Posting # 4118

West Ottawa Public Schools

Posting Dates: September 12, 2026 Until Filled

Reports To: Facilities Director

Beginning: Immediately

Hours: 40 hours per week

Monday - Friday

Full Time / Full Year

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards
• Respond promptly to maintenance request / work orders and emergency repairs
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of facilities
• Operate and maintain maintenance tools and equipment safely
• Comply with all safety regulations and district policies
• Perform routine building maintenancerepairs throughout school buildings and facilities, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, doors, furniture, equipment, and general building upkeep.
• Assists with building operations and events
• Helps ensure a safe, functional, and well-maintained environment for students and staff.

Other Information

• Previous experience in general maintenance preferred
• Ability to work in various weather conditions (indoor and outdoor work environment)
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Valid driver's license required

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken work; those activities where detailed or import spoken instructions must be conveyed to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
• Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• The worker is subject to environmental conditions.
• The worker should provide consistent and reliable in person attendance.