Part Time General Maintenance

Region 8 ESC; Paris (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Chisum Independent School District in Paris, TX seeks a part-time general maintenance worker to perform routine repairs across district facilities and grounds. You’ll support skilled trades, inspect spaces, and help maintain equipment, with an emphasis on safety and timely completion of tasks.

The role requires a valid Texas driver’s license and proven experience in building maintenance or related tasks. This position involves outdoor work, lifting, and irregular hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Education/Certification: Clear and valid Texas driver’s license.
• Special Knowledge/Skills: follow instructions, basic construction, tool use, independent work.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including woodwork, electrical, plumbing, painting, and fixtures.
• Inspect interior/exterior, playgrounds, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Identify and report major repairs needed on structures and systems.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing district grounds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair school furniture and playground equipment.

Skills

Follow verbal and written instructions

Basic construction knowledge

Effective verbal communication

Operate hand and power tools

Work independently

Education

Texas driver’s license

Job description

Part Time General Maintenance

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Job Details

Job ID: 5955655
Application Deadline: Oct 23, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)
Posted: Oct 09, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Primary Purpose:

Perform general maintenance and repair of building structures and their mechanical, electrical, and sanitary systems throughout district. Assist with maintenance of grounds. Have an understanding of IPM laws and regulations.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver’s license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions

Knowledge of basic construction and routine maintenance and repair procedures

Ability to communicate effectively (verbally)

Ability to operate hand and power tools

Ability to work independently

Experience:

Experience in general building maintenance

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Assist skilled workers with repair and maintenance of district facilities, including repairing woodwork; replacing electrical switches, fixtures, and motors; painting, repairing, and replacing plumbing fixtures and drainage systems; and replacing broken glass.
• Inspect building exterior and interior, playground equipment, and grounds; perform maintenance and minor repairs.
• Detect and report needed major repairs on building structures and their systems, including lockers, furniture, and equipment.
• Complete repairs as directed on work orders or by maintenance foreman.
• Assist with mowing and detailing of district grounds.
• Move, install, assemble, and repair all school furniture and playground equipment as needed.

Safety

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties, including lifting and climbing. Operate equipment and use tools according to established safety procedures.
• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.
• Maintain tools and equipment and perform preventive maintenance as required.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools; light truck or van

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Matthew Tillett , Director of Maintenance
• Chisum Independent School District
• Phone: [phone] ext 3040
• Email: [e-mail]