Maintenance

Perry Local Schools, Perry, OH; Ohio; On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Perry Local Schools in Perry, OH is seeking a Maintenance Person to help maintain school buildings and grounds. You will work on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC tasks while ensuring safety and compliance.

The position requires school-year hours (40 hours/week, 6:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.), with summer shifts as district needs dictate. Compensation ranges hourly according to the OAPSE agreement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• HVAC technical training and certification with related facilities experience.
• Commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and follow supervisor instructions.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety of students.
• Maintain HVAC and building management systems and related equipment.
• Perform general maintenance on electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.
• Travel between district facilities as needed.
• Attend on-call emergency rotations.

Skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing

Mechanical Skills

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

HVAC technical training

Commercial driver's license

Tools

HVAC tools

Electrical testing equipment

Ladder safety

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance Person
Location: District
Working Days: School year:40 hours per week, Monday - Friday from 6:30a.m.-3:00 p.m. Note: Notification is hereby provided to any applicant that the hours remain subject to change based upon the district need from time-to-time.
Summer: Work will be shifted according to District needs.
Compensation: Rate of pay $22.17-$31.11 c ommensurate to related experience, and terms and conditions of OAPSE Negotiated Agreement.

Position Purpose

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Maintenance and Operations, to maintain school buildings and grounds in orderly, neat, safe and operable condition.

Essential Job Functions

• Ensure safety of students
• Perform normal operator adjustments and service to facility equipment such as, but not limited to, compressors, unit ventilator fans, HVAC system, the building management system, fire alarm and suppression systems, security systems, the pool pack, and assist in maintaining records on operational and maintenance activities.
• maintenance on call emergency rotating list
• Assume primary responsibility for the safe condition of electric elements in the facilities owned or operated by the school district
• Perform general maintenance work inside and outside the physical plant such as ceiling, roof, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding concrete, masonry, insulation, tile, pump, and fan repairs
• Perform general labor inside and outside the physical plant including districtwide groundskeeping, handling materials and supplies, moving equipment, operating power-driver equipment, truck driving, snow plowing, mowing, etc. as necessary
• Recommend supplies and equipment for purchase
• Conduct periodical inspections of the facilities
• Perform yearly inventory of work area, supplies, and equipment
• Deliver needed supplies and equipment to district buildings
• Promote good safety practices and procedures
• Repair and maintain electrical components, e.g., install new circuits, run new wire, install new breakers
• Assemble and install educational equipment
• Repair doors, windows and vents

Additional Duties

Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Equipment

Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including saws, drills, routers, planers, sanders, jointers, and stationary power equipment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of fundamental tools, materials, practices, maintenance, methods and procedures in electrical, mechanical, plumbing and carpentry.
• Knowledge of building code conformance standards for electrical, mechanical and plumbing.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health laws and regulations.
• Ability to follow oral or written work orders from supervisor, and to coordinate work with others.
• Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
• Ability to describe orally or in writing maintenance or repair problems as needed.
• Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and resolve electrical or mechanical issues.
• Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Safety Requirements

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used.
• Wears appropriate safety gear.

Travel Requirements

Frequent travel between all district facilities maybe required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Ability to withstand heights and work in crawl spaces.
• Typical risks associated with using tools of the trade.
• Occasional strenuous physical work.
• Occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Equipment Operated:

• Motorized vehicles and machinery
• Computers and other electronic communication devices
• Ladders, wet/dry vacs, air compressor, power washer, rotary and guided machines, snow blowers, landscaping equipment, when necessary, lifts, tow motor, etc.
• Various hand tools and power tools (e.g., for electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding and carpentry)

Qualifications Profile

Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:

• High School Diploma.
• Evidence of formal HVAC technical training and certified, with work experience in the related facilities position, (to include electrical, plumbing, motor controls, refrigeration, boilers, chillers, hydronics and experience with energy management systems).
• Possession of a commercial driver's license or the ability to obtain one prior to the conclusion of the probationary term of employment.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to assume responsibility to perform daily job functions without constant supervision and the ability to work independently.
• Successful experience in building and grounds maintenance, and repair.
• Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Electrical, mechanical, and plumbing experience and certifications.
• Proficiency in reading schematic and wiring diagrams.

Selection Procedure

Satisfy all statutory provisions governing submission of all pre-employment requirements including a criminal record background checkand recommendationof prior employer(s).

Questions:

Please contact: Director of Maintenance and Operations, Jim Smith at [e-mail] or 440-259-9200 x9181

Application Deadline

October 19, 2026

Date Posted

October 15, 2026