Maintenance Worker (flexible schedule)

Thornton Fractional High School District 215; Calumet City (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Thornton Fractional High School District 215 in Illinois is seeking a maintenance technician to support building operations and facilities, including boiler and HVAC systems, mechanical equipment, and minor repairs. The role requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and to work independently or as part of a team.

The position reports to the Building Foreman and focuses on maintaining a safe, clean environment that supports students' learning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Physically and technically able to perform the essential functions, including boiler, HVAC, mechanical equipment, and small appliance repair.
• Able to lift 50 pounds and work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit a cheerful customer service attitude to all staff and students.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, routine building operations, and minor construction as assigned.
• Follow safety procedures and inspect facilities for safety and security.
• Keep work areas neat and maintain tools and equipment.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual (English-Spanish)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Physically and technically able to perform the essential functions of the position, including but not limited to
• Boiler maintenance and operations
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system maintenance and operations
• Mechanical equipment maintenance and operations
• Small appliance repair
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and outside work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds;
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to read and explain basic operating instructions and blueprints;
• Ability to plan work and write reports;
• Available to work various shifts as required;
• Possess a valid Asbestos Worker's license;
• Possess a valid Illinois/Indiana driver's license;

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent;
• Physically and technically able to perform the essential functions of the position, including but not limited to
• Boiler maintenance and operations
• Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system maintenance and operations
• Mechanical equipment maintenance and operations
• Small appliance repair
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, painting and outside work.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds;
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to read and explain basic operating instructions and blueprints;
• Ability to plan work and write reports;
• Available to work various shifts as required;
• Possess a valid Asbestos Worker's license;
• Possess a valid Illinois/Indiana driver's license;
• Bilingual (English-Spanish) preferred.

Reports to:

Building Foreman

Function:

Provide a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment which facilitates the learning process, and which is consistent with the mission statement of District 215: "To provide diverse learning opportunities that inspire all students to become life-long learners who contribute to their community."

Duties

• Exhibit a cheerful and customer service attitude to all staff and student personnel.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, routine building operations, routine grounds maintenance, minor construction, and other maintenance-related work as assigned by the Building Foreman.
• Work in compliance with established safety procedures.
• Inspect facilities to ensure safety and security by performing tasks such as locking doors after operating hours.
• Keep assigned work area(s) neat and clean at all times.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and instruments in an efficient and safe operating condition.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

Position requires employee to reach with hand(s) and arm(s); frequent standing and walking; requires ability to use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear. Occasionally required to climb ladders and/or balance; occasionally required to move and/or lift more than 50 pounds.

Terms Of Employment

• 12-month work year;
• Starting wage is $28.00/hour plus appropriate shift differential
• IMRF pension
• 30-minute lunch and two paid 15-minute breaks
• 12 days of sick leave, 3 days of personal leave, and 15 vacation days per year
• 15+ paid holidays per year
• Generous fringe benefits as provided by the current Work Rules & Regulations Handbook
• Annual performance evaluation in accordance with the current Work Rules & Regulations Handbook and Board policy