General Maintenance Worker

Operations/Transportation Building; Lytle (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Lytle Independent School District in Lytle, TX, seeks a General Maintenance Worker to perform maintenance and repair of district facilities, grounds, vehicles, and events. You will assist with building electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry tasks as directed by the Director of Operations.

Responsibilities include inspections, minor repairs, and moving/relocating furniture and equipment. Valid Texas driver’s license required; immediate starting date.

Qualifications

• Valid Texas driver’s license.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal).
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Demonstrated ability to operate portable welder.
• One year experience in Operations Primary Skill Area.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled workers 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 any other task as skills are learned by the Director of Operations or assigned supervisor.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
• Hang pictures, mirrors, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items as required.
• Install door and window assemblies and hardware, including window glass and screens.

Skills

Follow verbal and written instructions

Basic construction knowledge

Effective verbal communication

Hand and power tools operation

Portable welder operation

Work independently

Education

Valid Texas driver’s license

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

General Maintenance Worker

Location: Lytle Operations/Transportation Building - Lytle, Texas.

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Job Details

Job ID: 5875728

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Aug 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair or construction of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds, vehicles, systems and special events assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Certification:

• Valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbally).
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.
• Demonstrated ability to operate portable welder.
• Ability to work independently.

Experience:

• One year experience in Operations Primary Skill Area.

General Requirements and Information

1. Follow all instructions given by Director of Operations or other Administration.
2. Report to work on time and in condition to complete all tasks safely and as directed.
3. Employees suspected of being under the influence of drugs or alcohol may be required to take a drug or alcohol test immediately as directed by administration.
4. Follow all safety instructions as listed on or trained for concerning any substance or object used in the work place.

Major Responsibilities and Duties

Maintenance and Repair

1. Assist skilled workers 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 any other task as skills are learned by the Director of Operations or assigned supervisor.
2. Skills and certifications that are issued through the appropriate governing agency or approved by the Director of Operations should be applied as assigned for the good of the school district. These skills or certifications should include but is not limited to pest control, grounds maintenance, bus or passenger vehicle maintenance, HVAC repair and maintenance, electrical and plumbing repair or new construction.
3. Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
4. Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
5. Complete repairs as requested on work orders or by Operations staff.
6. Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
7. Assist with relocation of furnishings, such as desks, tables, chairs, file cabinets, etc.
8. Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.
9. Hang pictures, mirrors, blackboards, bulletin boards, projection screens, towel dispensers, soap dispensers, and other items as required.
10. Install door and window assemblies and hardware, including window glass and screens.
11. Install ceiling and flooring materials.
12. Any other assigned duties.

Driving

1. Operate light or heavy truck, bus, lift or machinery as qualified by governing agencies or as directed by the Director of Operations to complete tasks as required to transport furniture and equipment throughout district.

Safety

1. Operate equipment and use tools following established safety procedures.
2. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting, climbing, etc.
3. Correct unsafe conditions in the area and report any conditions that are not correctable to the supervisor immediately.
4. Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.

18. Some skill needed for plumbing, carpentry, HVAC& Electricity

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Equipment Used

Tractors and implements, power tools (drill, saw, etc.), hand tools, welder (gas and electric air), concrete mixer, mower, weed trimmer, blower, edger, and garden tools, specialty maintenance repair equipment and two way radio devices as directed.

Working Conditions

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Continual walking and standing; frequent heavy lifting and carrying; climbing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and reaching.
• Work outside and inside.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dust, fumes, and odors.
• Exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards.
• Work around moving objects or vehicles.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $14.53 Per Hour

Contact Information

• Jeremey Camacho , Operations Dept
• Operations/Transportation Building
• Email: [e-mail]