Maintenance

Young World Physical Education; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in McPherson, Kansas, is seeking a dedicated Maintenance worker for a full-time position. The role emphasizes plumbing maintenance and general upkeep of facilities, ensuring readiness for school activities.

Candidates should hold a high school diploma, have maintenance experience, and possess a valid driver's license. The job demands the ability to lift heavy materials and maintain confidentiality. Ideal candidates will demonstrate independence and teamwork while ensuring a safe and effective work environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance work with knowledge of various phases of maintenance.
• Licensed driver in the state of Kansas.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance duties focusing primarily on plumbing maintenance and repair.
• Perform groundskeeping duties.
• Assist in moving and setting up classroom equipment.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Customer service

Teamwork

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Maintenance 12 month Classified Position

Overview

Provides technical expertise and manual skill in the inspection, servicing, and repair of the buildings, grounds, equipment, and furnishings of the district.

Desired Soft Skills

• Safety awareness – demonstrates knowledge of issues related to equipment, chemical, and work safety and takes steps to prevent injury to self and others.
• Attention to detail – shows concern for all aspects of a job and ensures accuracy and a high degree of completion.
• Customer service – demonstrates an effort to listen, understand, and serve others in a positive and helpful manner.
• Teamwork – actively participates as a member of a team in a positive, encouraging, and goal‑focused manner.
• Independence – is comfortable making necessary decisions without the influence of others.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance work with working knowledge of various phases of maintenance.
• Licensed driver in the state of Kansas.
• Must meet all district safety requirements.
• Must meet all job standards in a time‑sensitive manner as determined by supervisor.
• Ability to effectively use district email.
• Must demonstrate ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedures manual.
• Must have reliable personal transportation.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Must support district mission, goals and objectives.

Essential Functions

• Perform general maintenance duties focusing primarily on plumbing maintenance and repair.
• Report need for minor or major repairs to building systems for the purpose of regular maintenance.
• Perform groundskeeping duties.
• Assist in mowing, hauling and rearranging furniture as classroom and building revisions are made to ensure the facility is ready for regular or special activities.
• Pick up, haul, and deliver equipment and supplies to ensure that each building has the appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Assist with moving, setting up and storage of audio‑visual, classroom equipment and/or curriculum materials.
• Use cleaning implements, equipment, machinery and vehicles provided by the district to accomplish tasks.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional work environment.
• Inspect for and conduct pest control.
• Manage job requirements with physical dexterity using small basic hand tools in simple procedures (e.g., changing bulbs, servicing plumbing fixtures, replacing glass panels, working gauges, etc.).
• Other duties as assigned.
• Attend training.
• Regular attendance is required.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time. The employee may also sit, walk, stand, talk, and hear, and may need to manually move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials up to 60+ lbs. Physical exertion, stooping, bending, and reaching may be required. Specific vision abilities required include close and distance vision. Some extended hours and multiple demands from several people are frequently required.

Work Environment

Must work in and around dust, fumes, odors, noisy and crowded environments, and work indoors and outdoors year‑round in a variety of temperatures. Protective gear including gloves may be required. Must manage job requirements with physical mobility to move from place to place (walking, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling, kneeling, crawling, turning, reaching, climbing, balancing, and lifting up to 90 lbs. on a daily basis) and use large heavy equipment.

Additional Information

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties may be assigned.

Position Type: Full‑Time