Maintenance Technician- Trades Posting 739

Los Alamos Public Schools; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9 paid Holidays

11 non contract work days

Job summary

Los Alamos Public Schools is seeking a Maintenance Technician- Trades to perform skilled and semi-skilled maintenance across school facilities. This role operates heavy equipment, conducts repairs in roofing, carpentry, plumbing and electrical tasks, and supports playgrounds and grounds.

Starting pay is per hour with experience-based adjustments. The incumbent will hold a valid NM driver’s license and complete a comprehensive set of maintenance duties, adhering to safety rules and district

Qualifications

• Education: Twelfth grade plus specialized training in a skilled trades maintenance area.
• Experience: Two years maintenance program experience including carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical maintenance.
• License or Certificate: Valid New Mexico driver’s license and relevant certifications as deemed by the district.

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy equipment and machines for maintenance, construction and repair.
• Paint surfaces and apply coatings.
• Perform basic electrical tasks and replace bulbs or wiring as needed.
• Carry out plumbing duties and maintain installations.
• Do carpentry work to repair doors, walls and fixtures.
• Maintain playground equipment and outdoor facilities.
• Read diagrams and maintenance documentation.
• Follow safety rules and work procedures.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Painting

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Carpentry basics

Reading blueprints

Education

Twelfth grade + specialized trades training

Tools

Welding tools

Job description

Job Description

Visa sponsorship is not available

1.00 FTE- 8 hour shift, 40 hour week

249 work contract days- July 01 to June 30

9 paid Holidays and 11 non contract work days

SUMMARY

Under general supervision to perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, repair and maintenance of facilities and structures including buildings, parking areas, indoor and outdoor playground facilities, and other school properties; to operate a variety of equipment and tools; to perform a variety of tasks relative to an assigned area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

• Operate heavy equipment or other machines to perform maintenance, construction and repair duties including but not limited to trenchers, jack hammers, backhoes, asphalt spreaders, or related equipment.
• Perform a variety of painting duties; prepare and finish surfaces, walls and equipment; mix and apply paint and other surface coverings.
• Perform minor and routine electrical duties; inspect and replace bulbs, ballasts, circuit breakers and related components; install wiring; test systems; refer complex work to higher level electrical staff.
• Perform a variety of plumbing duties; cut and thread pipes; maintain plumbing installations; install bathroom fixtures and water heaters; clean and drain water and sewer systems.
• Perform rough and finished carpentry work to install, replace, or repair doors, walls, signs, desks, benches, shelves and tables.
• Perform roofing duties; scrape and remove roofing material; install and repair roof insulation and decking; install and repair flashing, gutters and downspouts.
• Perform welding and brazing duties on facilities and equipment; utilize a variety of welding tools and materials.
• Install and maintain indoor and outdoor playground equipment; fabricate parts as necessary.
• Pour cement and lay asphalt in the upgrade and repair of school grounds, parking areas and other structures as required.
• Maintain and repair irrigation sprinklers, sprinkler lines and other landscape watering systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and other technical documentation as required.
• Clean and maintain project area upon completion of work.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a general maintenance program.
• Basic principles, procedures, and methods used in the maintenance and repair of an assigned trade area including roofing, carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical.
• Operational characteristics of general maintenance hand and power tools.
• Shop mathematical principles.
• General construction and maintenance materials.
• Methods and techniques of operating motorized construction and maintenance equipment and materials.
• Methods and techniques of performing routine maintenance in assigned areas.
• Occupational hazards and safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn principles and methods used within a skilled trade area including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, or other related field.
• Learn to read and interpret maps, blueprints, diagrams and sketches.
• Learn to install, maintain and repair locks.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in a skilled trades maintenance area.

Experience:Two years maintenance program experience including but not limited to carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical maintenance.

License or Certificate:Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license.Possession of, or ability to obtain any appropriate, valid certification as deemed necessary and appropriate by the State of New Mexico or School District. Will need to provide a copy of most recent Driving Record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands herein 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 these essential job functions.

Environment: Indoor, shop and outdoor environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, fumes, smoke, gases and chemicals; work in confined spaces and inclement weather.

Mobility: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, or standing for long periods of time; moderate or heavy lifting; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read and comprehend directions, wiring diagrams and other maintenance documentation.

Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may travel from site to site.

Maintenance Technician- Trades Posting 739

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Job Details

Job ID: 5988233
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Nov 10, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Visa sponsorship is not available

Starting $20.29 per hour depending on Trades experience

1.00 FTE- 8 hour shift, 40 hour week

249 work contract days- July 01 to June 30

9 paid Holidays and 11 non contract work days

SUMMARY

Under general supervision to perform semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work in the construction, repair and maintenance of facilities and structures including buildings, parking areas, indoor and outdoor playground facilities, and other school properties; to operate a variety of equipment and tools; to perform a variety of tasks relative to an assigned area of responsibility.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS

The following tasks are typical for positions in this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these tasks and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here:

• Operate heavy equipment or other machines to perform maintenance, construction and repair duties including but not limited to trenchers, jack hammers, backhoes, asphalt spreaders, or related equipment.
• Perform a variety of painting duties; prepare and finish surfaces, walls and equipment; mix and apply paint and other surface coverings.
• Perform minor and routine electrical duties; inspect and replace bulbs, ballasts, circuit breakers and related components; install wiring; test systems; refer complex work to higher level electrical staff.
• Perform a variety of plumbing duties; cut and thread pipes; maintain plumbing installations; install bathroom fixtures and water heaters; clean and drain water and sewer systems.
• Perform rough and finished carpentry work to install, replace, or repair doors, walls, signs, desks, benches, shelves and tables.
• Perform roofing duties; scrape and remove roofing material; install and repair roof insulation and decking; install and repair flashing, gutters and downspouts.
• Perform welding and brazing duties on facilities and equipment; utilize a variety of welding tools and materials.
• Install and maintain indoor and outdoor playground equipment; fabricate parts as necessary.
• Pour cement and lay asphalt in the upgrade and repair of school grounds, parking areas and other structures as required.
• Maintain and repair irrigation sprinklers, sprinkler lines and other landscape watering systems.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and other technical documentation as required.
• Clean and maintain project area upon completion of work.
• Follow all safety rules and procedures established for work area.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:

• Operations, services and activities of a general maintenance program.
• Basic principles, procedures, and methods used in the maintenance and repair of an assigned trade area including roofing, carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical.
• Operational characteristics of general maintenance hand and power tools.
• Shop mathematical principles.
• General construction and maintenance materials.
• Methods and techniques of operating motorized construction and maintenance equipment and materials.
• Methods and techniques of performing routine maintenance in assigned areas.
• Occupational hazards and safe work practices.

Ability to:

• Learn principles and methods used within a skilled trade area including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, or other related field.
• Learn to read and interpret maps, blueprints, diagrams and sketches.
• Learn to install, maintain and repair locks.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade, supplemented by specialized training in a skilled trades maintenance area.

Experience:Two years maintenance program experience including but not limited to carpentry, painting, plumbing and electrical maintenance.

License or Certificate:Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license.Possession of, or ability to obtain any appropriate, valid certification as deemed necessary and appropriate by the State of New Mexico or School District. Will need to provide a copy of most recent Driving Record.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands herein 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 these essential job functions.

Environment: Indoor, shop and outdoor environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, fumes, smoke, gases and chemicals; work in confined spaces and inclement weather.

Mobility: Essential and marginal functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, or standing for long periods of time; moderate or heavy lifting; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Vision: Vision sufficient to read and comprehend directions, wiring diagrams and other maintenance documentation.

Other Factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may travel from site to site.

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• HR Specialist
• 2075 Trinity Drive
• Los Alamos, New Mexico 87544-3091
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]