Maintenance Technician - Class 4

Orono Public Schools

Orono (ME)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 44,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Orono Public Schools is seeking a Maintenance Technician - Carpenter to support the district-wide facilities. The role covers carpentry, plumbing, painting, low voltage work, doors, roofing, and general maintenance to keep school facilities safe and functional.

The technician manages work orders, establishes preventative maintenance, and may supervise on-site staff. On-call duties and coordination with contractors are required.

Qualifications

Experience with carpentry, plumbing, doors, painting and electrical systems.
Knowledge of low voltage systems and energy management.
Ability to schedule preventive maintenance and manage work orders.
Ability to supervise on-site maintenance staff and coordinate with contractors.

Responsibilities

Acts as the District Carpenter/Handyman responsible for repairs to floors, walls, doors and hardware.
Inspects and monitors furnishings, walls, windows, doors and floors for safe operation.
Participates in completing and scheduling preventive maintenance work orders.
Maintains, replaces and installs new commercial-grade door hardware.
Monitors low voltage systems including security, lighting and energy management.
Performs painting across the district including schedules and priorities.
Directs on-site maintenance personnel and coordinates with external contractors as needed.
On-call for security callbacks, emergency repairs, and weather events.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Minnesota Unlicensed Electrician certification

Certified Pool Operator

Special Engineers boiler license

Certified Playground Inspector

Mini-Bus training

Tools

Building automation systems

Online work order system

Job description

Maintenance Technician - Carpenter - Class 4 JobID: 2437

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Custodian
Date Posted: 8/17/2026
Date Available: As Soon As Possible

Description: Maintenance Technician - Carpenter - Class 4

Join Orono Public Schools in this district wide role that supports our students and community through ensuring our facilities are running smoothly and safely! Job Summary:

This position is responsible for repair and maintenance which includes but not limited to carpentry, low voltage, plumbing, doors, painting, roofing, concrete, snow removal and occasional school cleaning as assigned.

Maintenance Technician receives work orders of tasks to be completed and establishes preventative maintenance programs to maintain the school in a professional manner.

Reporting Relationship:

The Maintenance Technician reports directly to the Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Acts as the District Carpenter/"Handyman". Responsible for the proper maintenance and commercial grade repairs including but not limited to: floors, walls, ceiling tile, doors and hardware, furniture, specialty equipment, etc.
Inspect and monitor the following systems for proper, efficient and safe operation: furnishings, walls, windows, doors, floors, etc.
Actively participates in completing and scheduling preventive maintenance work orders.
Responsible for maintaining, replacing and installing new commercial-grade door hardware.
Responsible for the physical plant low voltage systems of the district including but not limited to magnetic door hold opens, emergency lighting, exit lighting, security wiring, energy management wiring, installing door strikes, etc.
Responsible for all painting, painting schedules and painting priorities in the district.
Directs on-site maintenance personnel in repairs to building fixtures and equipment and notifies the Head Custodian or Coordinator of Buildings and Grounds when repairs require an outside contractor.
Must be willing and able to be on the call list for such things as; security callbacks, emergency repairs, weather emergencies, etc.
Maintains an adequate inventory of necessary carpentry, painting supplies and equipment, so the efficient flow of work is not interrupted. Orders, stocks and organizes inventory, tools and parts. Keep all tools and parts organized and in good repair.
Provide assistance in monitoring work of outside contractors or suppliers to ensure work is performed efficiently and meets job specifications.
Actively participates in Custodial and maintenance services, preventive maintenance, building cleaning, activity set-up, equipment checks, grounds maintenance and all other aspects of facility and site maintenance.
Installs all types of flooring and wall coverings
Performs responsive, routine, preventative and predictive maintenance checks, inspections and repairs (or coordinates contractor repairs) on determined facilities, grounds systems and equipment.
Monitors performance of the District's HVAC system software.
Follows all OSHA, Fire Marshal, MDE, EPA and all other regulatory agency laws, policies and guidelines and ensure compliance.
Perform other related duties as apparent or assigned.

Requirements

Valid Minnesota Class "D" Driver's License.
High School Diploma or equivalent, plus 2-3 years of relevant experience required.
Computer skills for operation of the district's online work order system and building automation systems.
Minesota Unlicensed Electrician certification within 180 days of hire.
Certified Pool Operator designation within 180 days of hire.
Special Engineers boilers license designation within 180 days of hire.
Certified Playground Inspector designation within one year of hire.
Complete Mini-Bus training within 120 days of hire.
Experience of commercial grade door hardware, closers and fire ratings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Ability to get along with district employees and be courteous and helpful with students and general public.
Ability to make decisions on a variety of issues.
Ability to prioritize multiple demands, determining how a project will be completed and by basing decision making on factors such as public safety, cost effectiveness and "customer" or public satisfaction.
Knowledge of requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean, secure and orderly condition.
Knowledge of modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning, tools, equipment and supplies used in custodial work.
F. Knowledge of masonry repairs and construction.
Knowledge of low voltage systems such as security systems, fire alarms, energy management and etc.
Knowledge and ability to maintain and replace door hardware.
Knowledge of painting practices.
Ability to observe and report safety hazards and maintenance repair needs.
Ability to combine a strong mechanical aptitude with strong inter-personal skills.
The ability to adapt to a continuously changing schedule is also critical.
Ability to confer with site administrators and supervisors regarding maintenance needs, schedules and concerns.
Ability to observe and report safety hazards and maintenance repair needs.
Ability to combine a strong mechanical aptitude with strong inter-personal skills.
The ability to adapt to a continuously changing schedule is critical.

Supervisory training and experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

This position involves standing and/or walking 80% of the time. In addition, 20% of that time involves: twisting, bending, stooping, squatting, and climbing stairs. Another 10% of the time involves: push pull while sweeping or mopping. Lifting requirements are of up to 40 pounds, extended reaches of 10-15 pounds overhead and lifting of 50-100 pounds with mechanical assistance. Ability to stand and/or walk, twist, bend, stoop, squat, and/or climb stairs. Ability to work in a variety of conditions and environments (e.g. dusty, wet, cold, hot, high humidity, noisy, indoors, outdoors, at heights, and in small spaces.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Hours:

6:00am - 2:30pm Monday - Friday

Must be able to work occasional nights and weekends to complete projects in unoccupied buildings as scheduled in advance.

COMPENSATION

Hourly Wage: $27.47 - $30.52

INSURANCE

Single Health: 90% Covered by District

Employee + 1 Health: 85% Covered by District

Family Health: 77% Covered by District

Dental: Partial Coverage by District

Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% Covered by District