Maintenance and HVAC Mechanic III

The Main Street Academy; College Park (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Main Street Academy is seeking a Maintenance and HVAC Mechanic III responsible for ensuring the functionality and safety of all campus facilities. This role requires skills in various trades, including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work, to maintain a welcoming environment for students and staff.

Qualifications

• 3 years of building maintenance experience preferred.
• Must hold a valid Georgia Driver's License.
• Must understand and follow written and verbal directions.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Ensure the upkeep of all TMSA buildings and facilities.
• Respond to work orders and emergencies promptly.

Skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational school or equivalent combination

Tools

Hand and power tools

Large equipment

Job description

Job Title: Maintenance and HVAC Mechanic III

Multiple Departments Work Schedule: 235 Days

Reports To: Director of Operations

Schedule: Non-Teaching Professional (A)

Position summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the general upkeep, repair, and improvement of all TMSA buildings and campus facilities to ensure a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and visitors. This position requires a working knowledge of multiple skilled trades including maintenance, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), plumbing, light electrical, painting, and carpentry. The technician performs both preventive and corrective maintenance, troubleshoots facility issues, and ensures all work complies with safety standards and relevant codes.

Duties may include repairing HVAC systems, unclogging drains, replacing light fixtures, performing drywall repairs and painting, assembling furniture, maintaining building exteriors, and supporting school events with setup and teardown. The Maintenance Technician works independently and as part of a team, often responding to work orders and emergencies in a timely and efficient manner.

This role requires excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks to support the day-to-day operations of the school campus.

• Performs work necessary to maintain the building and grounds in an acceptable condition
• Utilizes various tools and equipment for performing building repairs and general maintenance
• Supervise subordinate or part-time maintenance staff
• Prepares for and cleans up after events scheduled in the school building during the day and/or at night
• Operates maintenance equipment
• Move furniture and equipment within the building as required for various activities as directed by the Executive Director, Principal, and Director of Operations
• Maintains the appearance of campus grounds, including shrubs, grass, parking areas and drives ways

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs skilled work in the installation, maintenance, and repair of freezers, refrigerators, air conditioners, water-source and air-source heat pumps, roof-top units, heaters, boilers and associated control, electrical and plumbing work required to run the mechanical systems with limited supervision
• Performs preventive maintenance on equipment such as lubricating, cleaning coils, changing filters, and other necessary tasks
• Assist with the safety of opening and closing facility during inclement weather and take the lead notifying school leaders of building conditions
• Utilizes schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to locate and diagnose trouble in the system or equipment
• Applies skills, experience, and general knowledge of theory to the maintenance tasks associated with the related equipment
• Utilizes appropriate tools and draws upon expertise for diagnosis and repairs
• Purchases necessary parts for repairs of related equipment
• Coordinates work with other trades and contractors when needed
• Uses shop machinery and tools appropriately and safely to complete assigned tasks
• Assists engineers in diagnosing problems and recommending correctable action
• Serves as leader for less skilled assistant
• Consults with and advises the HVAC Supervisor and Coordinator of Utilities Services concerning efficiency as related to the proper methods and materials of the trade.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator
• Responds to staff requests/concerns in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Executive Director, Principal, and Director of Operations

Minimal Qualification:

Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Vocational school or any equivalent combination of training and experience preferred

• Valid Georgia Driver's License required
• Must be insurable by schools' insurance carriers
• Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor License preferred Working knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment
• Skilled in use of hand and power tools, large equipment and attachments related to the trade
• Must be able to understand and follow directions both written and verbal
• Must be able to work variable shifts

Certification/Licensure:

• None required; must be willing to acquire additional training as directed by manager
• Georgia Conditioned Air Contractor License (Conditioned Air License – Class I or II) preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 3-year building maintenance experience preferred

Working Conditions:

• Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity

Physical Demands:

• Typically requires climbing ladders; pushing and/or pulling
• Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate equipment
• Must be able to lift, push, and/or pull in excess of 75 pounds
• Must be able to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of TMSA, Inc. to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.