Maintenance / Grounds Worker

ReNEW Schools; Town of Porter (NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ReNEW Schools is looking for a dedicated Maintenance / Grounds Worker in the Town of Porter to manage maintenance and repair of school facilities and grounds. This role involves technical expertise in equipment upkeep, ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, and performing preventive maintenance. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, with knowledge in trades and the ability to operate grounds keeping equipment. A valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, post-secondary training in a trade is desirable.
• Ability to comply with environmental, health, and safety laws/regulations.
• Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds keeping equipment.

Responsibilities

• Installs equipment, repairs structures, windows, and doors.
• Maintains playground/recreation areas, athletic fields as directed.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance activities.

Skills

Technical expertise

Manual skills

Ability to read blueprints

Preventive maintenance skills

Grounds keeping experience

Problem-solving skills

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma or GED

Post-secondary training in a trade

Tools

HVAC systems

Grounds keeping equipment

Job description

PORTER TOWNSHIP SCHOOL CORPORATION

JOB DESCRIPTION

Title: Maintenance / Grounds Worker

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Job Objective

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

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Post-secondary training in a trade is desirable.
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g., a negative tuberculosis test, etc.).
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug‑free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Ability to comply with environmental, health, and safety laws/regulations, building codes, and ADA accessibility guidelines.
• Ability to comprehend and use blueprints/schematic diagrams and read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
• Skill/experience in preventive maintenance and repair procedures.
• Skill/experience in building systems (HVAC, fire suppression, security, communication, etc.).
• Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds keeping equipment.
• Multi-school or closely related maintenance experience.
• Holds or is qualified to obtain a pesticide application license and/or asbestos hazard certificate.
• Valid driver’s license. Commercial Drivers License (CDL) is desirable.

Essential Functions

• Performs maintenance duties. Installs equipment. Repairs structures, windows, doors, equipment, and furnishings.
• Performs grounds keeping duties (e.g., mows grass, fertilizes, seeds, trims trees/shrubs, etc.). Maintains a pesticide log.
• Maintains playground/recreation areas, athletic fields, and equipment as directed.
• Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash.
• Anticipates weather conditions and establishes work priorities.
• Keeps the maintenance supervisor informed about ongoing activities and emerging issues.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Promotes effective communications and uses problem‑solving techniques.
• Helps develop short/long‑range program recommendations.
• Shares knowledge about advances in operational procedures and equipment technology.
• Anticipates and replenishes consumable supplies; receives and verifies deliveries; ensures safe storage.
• Orders agronomic chemicals and stocks replacement parts for equipment.
• Cleans, moves, and arranges furnishings, supplies, and equipment.
• Performs repairs that do not disrupt normal schedules and coordinates major repairs.
• Installs and/or repairs equipment ensuring compliance with codes and ADA standards.
• Deals with unexpected situations and follows safety procedures.
• Monitors, regulates, and inspects HVAC equipment and prepares systems for inspections.
• Assists with snow removal operations.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance activities.
• Documents injuries requiring medical attention.
• Prepares and submits reports, records, and inventories.
• Picks up and delivers equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Coordinates preparation and clean‑up for building events.
• Assists other staff during urgent situations.
• Monitors building and grounds conditions and reports unsafe conditions.
• Prepares for fire, health, and safety inspections and monitors safety equipment.
• Ensures buildings and job sites are secured; responds to emergencies.
• Assists with district security and directs visitors.
• Reports vandalism, equipment malfunctions, and concerns.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety and reduce risk.
• Maintains confidentiality and respects privacy.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect as required by law.
• Participates in meetings and professional development.
• Maintains a professional appearance.
• Performs other job‑related duties as directed.

Abilities Required

• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work/learning environment.
• Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct.
• Performs prescribed activities efficiently with limited supervision.
• Reacts productively to interruptions and changing conditions.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Prepares accurate and timely paperwork. Verifies and correctly enters data.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Working Conditions

• Duties may require balancing, bending, climbing, crouching, kneeling, reaching, standing, working at various heights, and in confined spaces.
• Duties may require lifting, carrying, and moving work‑related supplies/equipment.
• Duties may require operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Duties may require traveling to meetings and work assignments.
• Duties may require working in proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Duties may require working under time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Potential for exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Potential for exposure to air‑borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, odors, and wet floors.
• Potential for exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Potential for interaction with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.

Performance Evaluation

Job performance is evaluated according to policy provisions and contractual agreements adopted by the Porter Township School Corporation.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Porter Township School Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that believes and practices that all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities both in the hiring process and in all phases of employment. In adhering to all State and Federal statutes, the Porter Township School Corporation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender status, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category (collectively, ‘Protected Classes’) in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities, providing the person is qualified and meets the established requirements of the position.