Maintenance Worker

Paw Paw Public Schools; Paw Paw (MI); On-site; USD 21,343 - 30,398; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision and Dental Insurance

Job summary

A local educational institution in Paw Paw, Michigan, is seeking a Maintenance Worker for full-time responsibilities. The role involves maintaining school facilities, performing minor repairs, and ensuring safe operating conditions. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to handle physical tasks. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $18.78 plus benefits, including paid time off and health insurance. Immediate start date available.

Qualifications

• Must pass physical including drug test.
• Must obtain and maintain a pesticide applications license.

Responsibilities

• Assists in maintaining the physical school plant.
• Performs minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Operates and repairs underground sprinkler systems and performs groundskeeping.
• May be required to be on 24-hour call.

Skills

Ability to lift 75lbs

Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record

Ability to read and interpret documents

Basic algebra and geometry skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Information

Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial
Date Posted: 12/9/2025
Location: Paw Paw Maintenance Dept
Job Posting Dates: December 9, 2025 – Until Filled
Title: Maintenance Worker
Job Location: Various
Reports To: Director of Facilities and Maintenance Supervisor
Job Type: Full-Time/Non-Exempt

Qualifications

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Valid Driver’s license with a good driving record
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to pass physical including drug test
• Position requires employee to obtain and maintain a pesticide applications license within six (6) months of appointment
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, length, area, circumference, and volume
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to read measuring devices necessary in the performance of the job
• Must be able to lift 75lbs

Job Description

• Assists in maintaining the physical school plant in a condition of operating excellence so that full education use of it may always be used
• Performs various maintenance tasks such as minor electrical, plumbing and carpentry repair
• Performs general labor on facilities including groundskeeping, marking of athletic fields, operates and repairs underground sprinkler systems, cleans and conducts minor field repairs, moving equipment, operating power equipment, truck driving, snow removal, salting, mowing/trimming lawns, etc.
• May be required to be on 24-hour call
• Maintains all safety and code requirements of the State, local and Board of Education guidelines
• Perform maintenance in an efficient and effective manner without direct supervision
• Exhibit positive attitude and have excellent rapport with the public, staff, and students
• Reviews email communications regularly and respond as needed
• Exhibit regular and reliable attendance
• Follow all District policies
• Other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor

Salary/Benefits

$18.78/hour commensurate with experience per the PPEPSA Agreement

• Paid Time Off
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Health Insurance
• Vision and Dental Insurance
• Retirement Plan

Days/Hours

Monday – Friday, 6:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (includes a 30-minute unpaid lunch)

Start Date

As Soon As Possible

How to Apply

Apply Here

Statement of Non-Discrimination

It is the policy of the Paw Paw Public School District that no discriminatory practices based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, height, weight, marital status, disability, genetic information or any other status covered by federal, state, or local law be allowed during any program, activity, service, or in employment. Inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Business Operations or Director of Curriculum/Instruction and State/Federal Programs, 119 Johnson Rd. Paw Paw, MI 49079, 1-269-415-5200.