Maintenance Engineer

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District; United States; On-site; USD 31,230 - 45,157; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Southwest Allen County Metropolitan School District is seeking a skilled maintenance professional to upkeep Homestead High School facilities, performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical repairs. The role includes preventative maintenance and supervising the Assistant Maintenance Engineer, with overtime as needed.

The position is a 12-month role with benefits, and compensation is based on experience, ranging from $22.67 to $32.78 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years in general repairs with two years in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical repair or painting.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and supervisory ability.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain high school facilities and equipment across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry trades.
• Provide preventative maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Supervise the Assistant Maintenance Engineer and assign responsibilities.

Skills

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC repair

Mechanical repair

Painting

Supervisory experience

Safety compliance (OSHA)

Job description

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance
• Date Posted: 7/30/2026
• Location: Homestead High School
• Date Available: 08/17/2026

Terms of Employment

This is a 12 month position and is eligible for benefits. May require overtime.Pay is based on experience and ranges between $22.67 - $32.78.

Purpose

Ensure the high school building facilities and equipment are maintained by providing electrical, mechanical, plumbing and carpentry maintenance as needed. Provide preventative maintenance and repairs. Supervise the Assistant Maintenance Engineer and assign responsibilities accordingly.

Qualifications

Minimum of five years of experience in the field of general repairs, including at least two years of experience in one of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, electrical repair and maintenance, HVAC repair, mechanical repair and painting. An equivalent combination of experience and training would be considered. Demonstrated mechanical aptitude. Demonstrated ability to supervise staff.Ability to work independently and with little or no supervision. Ability to do heavy lifting up to 100 pounds (a 50 pound lift test will be required). Ability to follow oral and written instructions with ability to communicate effectively with students, staff and the general public.Must be able to work in a team environment with the ability toprovide guidance, instruction and training to staff. Knowledge and a good understanding of the IOSHA safety rules and standards is required.Must hold a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Requires the ability to work flexible and overtime hours.