Maintenance Mechanic I, General Maintenance

Fulton County Schools; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulton County Schools in Atlanta seeks a Maintenance Mechanic I to perform skilled tasks across carpentry, tiling, lighting, and general repair. You will read blueprints, use hand and power tools, and install floor/ceiling tiles while ensuring safety and quality.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED and a valid Georgia Driver License, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work from ladders or bucket lifts as needed.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read blueprints, schematics, layouts or other specs.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools and understanding safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes blueprints, schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to complete various tasks including installing floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile, metal stud walls, hang drywall, hang window blinds, bleacher repair.
• Utilizes hand tools, testing and diagnostic equipment, simple power tools for the trade.
• Cleans worksites and ensures tools/materials are stored properly.
• Demonstrates knowledge of tools and safety practices used in trades.
• Determines proper methods, equipment, and materials for cost-effective repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned by administrator.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Hand tools

Safety practices

Diagnostics equipment

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Tractors

Backhoe

Skid loader

Job description

Summary

Performs a variety of skilled tasks associated with various trades including carpentry, trowel trades, lighting, ceiling tile and floor tile

• Utilizes blueprints, schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to complete various tasks which may include installing floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile, metal stud walls, hang dry wall, hang window blinds, indoor/outdoor bleacher repair and other general installation and repair work
• Utilizes hand tools, testing and diagnostic equipment, simple power tools and equipment as appropriate for the trade to complete assigned tasks
• Cleans worksites including hauling debris and trash, cleaning tools and equipment and ensuring tools, materials and equipment are stored properly
• Demonstrates knowledge of tools and safety practices commonly used in various trades
• Determines proper methods, equipment, and materials to facilitate cost effective repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Category: Maintenance

Job Function: Maintenance

Department: Maintenance North

Summary

Performs a variety of skilled tasks associated with various trades including carpentry, trowel trades, lighting, ceiling tile and floor tile

Essential Duties

• Utilizes blueprints, schematics, drawings, layouts, or other specifications to complete various tasks which may include installing floor tile, carpet, ceiling tile, metal stud walls, hang dry wall, hang window blinds, indoor/outdoor bleacher repair and other general installation and repair work
• Utilizes hand tools, testing and diagnostic equipment, simple power tools and equipment as appropriate for the trade to complete assigned tasks
• Cleans worksites including hauling debris and trash, cleaning tools and equipment and ensuring tools, materials and equipment are stored properly
• Demonstrates knowledge of tools and safety practices commonly used in various trades
• Determines proper methods, equipment, and materials to facilitate cost effective repairs
• Performs other duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Certification/Licensure

Valid Georgia Driver License required

Eligible to acquire a CDL

Must be insurable by Fulton County School insurance carriers

Experience Qualifications

Minimum of 2 years of experience required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Working knowledge of materials, methods, tools, and equipment of the general repair trade
• Knowledge in use of hand and power tools and large equipment attachments related to the trade
• Skilled in the operation of tractors, backhoe and skid loader, if applicable to the trade
• Must be able to understand and follow directions both written and verbal
• Must be able to work variable shifts

Working Conditions

• Regular exposure to weather including heat, cold, dampness, and/or humidity
• Must be able to work from tall ladders, lifts, scaffolding and/or bucket truck

Physical Demands

• Typically requires climbing ladders; pushing and/or pulling
• Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry for short distances
• Must be able to stand, crouch, and climb to use ladders and perform various types of manual labor

Posting ID: 34748

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Maintenance Mechanic I, General Maintenance

Req ID: Fulton County Schools

Nearest Major Market

Atlanta