Maintenance Technician

Wabash Valley Online Application Consortium; West Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

West Lafayette Community School Corporation is seeking a Maintenance General to perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related building systems across district facilities.

This exempt, full‑time position offers a starting salary of $60,000 per year, 260 days, and benefits; applicants should have a high school diploma (GED acceptable) and strong mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical training preferred.
• Strong communication and professional demeanor.
• Experience in a school environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on HVAC, boiler, chiller, and related systems.
• Complete electrical, 3-phase, and mechanical repairs.
• Execute plumbing maintenance and fixture installations.
• Inspect building systems including fire alarms and emergency power.
• Operate grounds equipment and assist with field prep.
• Provide assistance to facilities staff and assist the Director as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

HVAC systems

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary technical training

Job description

Position Type

Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance General

Date Posted

10/19/2026

Location

West Lafayette Community School Corporation

REPORTS TO: Director of Maintenance & Facilities

PAY TYPE: Salary, Exempt, Classified, Non-Supervisory

PAY RATE: Starting at $60,000 / yr., commensurate with experience and applicable certifications

BENEFITS: Eligible (see attachment for details)

SCHEDULE: 260 Days, Full-Time; 8 hrs. / day

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform routine, preventative, and corrective maintenance on all facility HVAC, mechanical, boiler, chiller, cooling tower, and pneumatic temperature control systems, including water treatment chemical testing and state inspection preparation.
• Complete electrical, 3-phase power, and mechanical repairs, including troubleshooting fixtures, ballasts, lamps, receptacles, motors, wiring, secondary clock systems, and public address/intercom equipment.
• Execute plumbing maintenance, repair, and fixture installations across district facilities.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance on building systems, including fire alarms, emergency power systems, fire extinguishers, doors, locks, closures, hardware, roofs, and ceiling/floor tiles.
• Operate and maintain grounds and snow removal equipment, assist with athletic field prep, perform grounds maintenance, and transport furniture, materials, and equipment between facilities using corporation vehicles.
• Provide assistance of technical direction to facilities personnel as-needed, order parts, and assist the Director of Maintenance & Facilities in assessing equipment conditions and potential safety hazards
• Nurture positive relationships with students, staff, parents, and community members while communicating effectively with district staff
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Facilities Director

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• Education, Training, and Experience Required:
  • High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
  • Preferred post-secondary technical training
  • Displays excellent communication skills and professional demeanor
  • Experience working in a school environment preferred
• Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics:
  • Proficient mechanical aptitude with exceptional troubleshooting skills in HVAC, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems
  • Strong decision-making skills regarding cost-effective repair procedures and preventative maintenance
  • Possess a collaborative work ethic

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position works in school facilities, equipment rooms, and outdoors on faculty grounds across all weather conditions
• Position requires lifting at least 35 lbs., standing, walking, stooping, climbing, and operative heavy tools, machinery, and corporation vehicles safely
• May work near others, often within a few feet
• May occasionally be exposed to noise levels that are distracting

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically outlined in this description. This job description is subject to change at any time at the discretion of West Lafayette Community School Corporation.