Multi-Faceted Tradesman/Electrician

Woodland Hills School District; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodland Hills School District is seeking a skilled tradesperson to perform electrical, HVAC, plumbing and carpentry tasks across district facilities. The role includes supervising co-workers, planning layouts, and ensuring preventative maintenance across multiple sites.

A valid PA driver’s license and ability to learn snow plowing and grounds duties are expected. The position requires readiness to work various shifts (7:00–3:00 or 3:00–11:00) and to meet safety and district standards while

Qualifications

• Possess working knowledge in Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry and related trades.
• Show ability to read blueprints and building plans.
• Lift and move heavy items and work at various heights.
• Follow safety standards and maintain tools and equipment.
• Operate and service a range of maintenance gear and vehicles.
• Demonstrate basic landscaping and grounds keeping skills.
• Display willingness to learn and adapt to facility needs.
• Possess driver’s license and ability to tow trailers if required.
• Understand preventative maintenance and inventory management.
• Work effectively with custodians and other trades personnel.
• Be able to read and follow diagrams for field layouts.
• Respond to emergencies and call-ins as needed.

Responsibilities

• Complete all trade assignments as designated by the Director of Facilities.
• Complete non-trade maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Provide leadership when collaborating with a coworker on tasks.
• Update Facilities leadership on preventative maintenance needs.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and repair parts within trades.
• Perform tasks professionally and efficiently.
• Assist with project design, layout, material and labor planning.
• Instruct general maintenance staff and custodians on trade concerns.
• Stay current with Federal, State and Local trade laws.

Skills

Electrical

HVAC

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Landscaping

Welding

Blueprints

Job description

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Openings as of 7/29/2026

Multi-Faceted Tradesman/Electrician JobID: 970

• Position Type: Maintenance/Custodial/ Maintenance General
• Date Posted: 7/27/2026
• Location: All District Buildings
• Closing Date: 08/03/2026

WOODLAND HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT

LOCATION: Woodland Hills School District

REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities

HOURS: 1 st Shift - 7:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. or 2 nd Shift - 3:00 P.M. - 11:00 P.M.

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GENERAL DUTIES

• 1. Complete all trade assignments as designated by Director of Facilities.
• 2. Complete all non-trade assignments as designated by Director of Facilities similar to general duties of general maintenance personnel.
• 3. Assume responsibilities in conducting assignments and provide leadership when performing with a co-worker in completing tasks.
• 4. Continually update Director of Facilities concerning preventative maintenance needs.
• 5. Maintain an adequate inventory of supplies and repair parts within trades.
• 6. Complete work assignment professionally and efficiently.
• 7. Assist Unit Supervisor and Facilities Coordinator with all aspects of the project such as design, layout, material requirement, cost, and labor requirements.
• 8. Instruct general maintenance personnel and custodians regarding trade concerns within the buildings as necessary.
• 9. Responsible for keeping updated with all current Federal, State and Local Laws pertaining to trade.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1. Possess a current, valid driver's license for the State of Pennsylvania.
• 2. The ability to drive or learn to operate manual and automatic transmission vehicles that include pick up trucks, tractors, dump trucks, stake trucks, vans, and cube vans, and be responsible to learn snow plowing with vehicles and grass cutting with tractors.
• 3. Possess the ability to tow trailers on the back of vehicles when necessary.
• 4. Possess knowledge and skills with tools, materials, and possess standard skills in some areas of general maintenance that includes: Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry, Plastering, Cementing, Painting, Landscaping, and Welding.
• 5. Have the ability and knowledge to follow diagrams to accurately layout fields for athletic events.
• 6. Have the ability to work from ladders, scaffolds, roof, or other areas at various heights above the ground.
• 7. Have basic ability to read and understand blueprints, building plans, sketches, and schematic drawings.
• 8. Able to lift and/or move heavy items with or without assistance.
• 9. Able to perform in reasonable weather conditions.
• 10. Able toassist multi-faceted tradesmen in completion of tasks efficiently and professionally.
• 11. Obtain a satisfactory score on a mechanical aptitude test that includes written and practical demonstration.
• 12. Possess personal characteristics that are conducive around children.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY

• 18 months general maintenance experience
• Entry level certification
• Enrollment in a nationally accredited program. Must complete the program within 24 months from time of enrollment.

GENERAL DUTIES

The employee shall be able to perform, but not be limited to the following duties:

• 1. Have working knowledge and skills in the following phases of maintenance: Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Landscaping.
• 2. Demonstrate at least two (2) skills in each category and be willing to learn the skills when need arises:
  • a) Locating and repairing short circuits.
  • b) Installing new outlets and switches.
  • d) Installing and replacing motors within reasonable capability.
  • f) Servicing buffers, wet vacuums, sweepers, dryers, and washers.
  • g) Trouble-shooting motors.
  • h) Servicing emergency power generators.
• B. Plumbing
  • a) Operating an electric or manual sewer eel.
  • b) Laying out and fitting threaded pipe.
  • c) Replacing a thermocouple.
  • d) Replacing and recalibrating thermostats.
  • e) Servicing dishwashers, garbage disposal, and sprinklers.
  • f) Installing and repairing sinks and commodes.
  • g) Trouble-shooting boilers, hot water tanks, and unit ventilators.
• b) Installing window glass.
  • c) Constructing partitions, using wood and/or steel studding with a wallboard finish.
  • d) Hanging wooden and metal doors; installing door locks and closures.
  • e) Building forms.
  • g) Rough and smooth plaster work.
  • h) Rough and finish cement work.
  • i) Laying brick and block.
• D. Landscaping
  • a) Apply fertilizer and pesticides to all fields per manufacturer directions.
  • b) Aerating, topdressing, and seeding all fields.
  • c) Use all grass cutting equipment including riding mowers, push mowers, and grass trimmers.
  • d) Use chainsaw and other tools for tree and bush cutting, pruning, and removal.
  • e) Use other grounds keeping equipment (roto-tilling, ball field dressing, line painting, etc.).
  • f) Support the building beautification process by planting and caring for annual and perennial flowering plants and bushes.
  • g) Work with seasonal hire landscapers to maintain and improve the appearance of all School District buildings.
  • h) Be responsible for snow removal as required; will require responding to call-ins.
  • i) Must be able to operate all heavy equipment: Back Hoe, Bob Cat, Snow plow, front endloaders, rollers, graders, hoists, drills, pumps and compressors.
• E. General Tasks

  Be willing to learn the identified skills when needs arise, for the following tasks:

  • a) Repair/restring blinds.
  • c) Identify problems and make minor repairs to lawnmowers, chainsaws, weed eaters, and District vehicles.
  • d) Have the ability to identify or seek assistance with tools and various sizes of nuts, bolts, screws, etc. Be able to maintain tools and keep stationary and moving equipment in working order.
  • e) Dig ditches with hand and mechanical tools.
  • f) Paint and plaster the following but not limited to: classrooms, halls, ceilings, and stairwells.
  • g) Layout and paint parking lanes, curbs, and fences.
  • h) Patch and seal driveways, tennis courts, play areas, and fences.
  • i) Execute other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities if within physical capabilities.
• F. Locksmithing
  • a) Must have demonstrated aptitude and competence in locksmithing.
  • b) Successful experience in all phases of locksmithing, such as cutting keys, setting tumblers to individual sub-master and master keying, repairing and replacing door closures, replacing hinges, hanging doors, etc.
  • The following is a listing of the primary duties and responsibilities of the Locksmithing position, but shall not be considered to be absolute and entire:
    • 1. Responsible for the