Maintenance Worker - Skilled

Benson Unified School District; Benson (AZ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life insurance

403(b)

12 sick days and 12 vacation days

Preschool/child care discounts

Arizona State Retirement System

Job summary

Benson Unified School District is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker to support the Maintenance Department in caring for district facilities in Benson, Arizona. The role entails performing a range of repair and construction tasks with an emphasis on safety and code compliance.

Starting immediately, the position is a 12-month, full-time role at 8 hours per day with medical, dental, vision, life benefits, a 403(b) plan, sick and vacation days, and retirement participation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of five years of diversified maintenance experience.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Ability to push/pull or lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operate equipment for facilities maintenance and repair.
• Perform preventative maintenance on plumbing systems (replacing fixtures, fixing water lines, unclogging toilets, snaking drains).
• Perform preventative maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning units (belts, motors, relays, thermostats, pumps, fuses, transformers, filters, fans).
• Replace electrical outlets and light fixtures; install time clocks and check photo cells on lights.
• Frame walls to specifications to accept windows/doors and bear weight; hang drywall and apply finishing compounds.
• Move equipment and furniture; assemble chairs, desks, tables, and fixtures.
• Mix and apply paints or coatings to buildings and equipment; respond to facility complaints.
• Perform routine inspection and preventative maintenance and refer deficits to the Director of Maintenance.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Location: Benson Unified School District Maintenance Department

Reports To: Maintenance Director

Start Date: Immediately

Closing Date: November 6, 2026

Terms and Benefits: 12 month position, 8 hours/day; medical, dental, vision, life benefits; 403(b); 12 sick days and 12 vacation days; preschool/child care discounts; mandatory participation in Arizona State Retirement System.

Summary: To assist in the planning and implementation of maintenance, construction, and renovation activities necessary to maintain the buildings and grounds in excellent repair and condition.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Perform a variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of equipment in the construction, operation, repair and maintenance of facilities.

• Perform preventative maintenance and routine repair of plumbing systems, including replacing fixtures, fixing water lines, unclogging toilets, and snaking drains.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine repair of heaters and air conditioning units, including replacing belts, motors, relays, thermostats, pumps, fuses, transformers, filters and fans.
• Replace electrical outlets, light fixtures, ballasts, install time clocks for lights and check photo cells on lights.
• Frame walls to specifications to accept windows, doors, etc. and bear weight.
• Hang new drywall, tape, and drywall compound.
• Perform minor repairs to shelves and furniture, and build simple fixtures.
• Assemble new chairs, desks, tables, etc.
• Mix and apply paints or other surface coatings to buildings, equipment and furniture.
• Move equipment, office furniture, tables, chairs, etc.
• Respond to complaints from school personnel regarding plumbing problems, damage to buildings and grounds, and other facility problems.
• Perform troubleshooting and maintenance on infrastructure and equipment as directed.
• Insure the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
• Performs routine inspection and preventative maintenance on assigned equipment and refers deficits or needed repairs to the Director of Maintenance.
• Operates power tools, tractor and other maintenance/repair equipment.
• Perform required labor involved in renovation, repair and construction projects.
• Ensures all codes are implemented in the completion of maintenance and repairs.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree, (GED); or equivalent working knowledge and vocational, technical, HVAC or apprenticeship training.
• Minimum of five (5) years of diversified work experience as a maintenance technician with demonstrated maintenance or related skills.
• Must possess considerable knowledge of equipment, facilities, materials, methods and procedures used in maintenance, construction and repair activities.
• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Must possess an ability to push, pull, or lift weights of up to 75 pounds.
• Must possess an ability to climb ladders and work in tight spaces, i.e., trenches, attics, equipment rooms, etc.

Clearances:

• Criminal Background Clearance
• Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card

Benson Unified School District does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, age, gender, gender identity or expression, religion, creed, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or genetic information.The District also provides equal access to its facilities to the Boys Scouts and other designated youth groups, as required by the Boys Scouts of America Equal Access Act. Inquiries or complaints concerning Title VI, VII, IX, Section 504, and Americans with Disabilities Act may be referred to the BUSD Title IX and Section 504 Compliance Officer: Jomel Jansson, 360 S. Patagonia St., Benson, AZ 85602; [e-mail] ; [phone].

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Job Details

Job ID: 5970840 Application Deadline: Nov 06, 2026 6:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time) Posted: Oct 24, 2026 7:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time Salary: $17 to $23 Per Hour Job Categories: Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Shawn McCartha , Director of Maintenance
• Transportation/Maintenance
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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