SCHOOL SITE REPAIRPERSON

Broward County Public Schools; Florida; On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Broward County Public Schools is seeking a School Site Repairperson to perform semi-skilled maintenance across air conditioning, plumbing, carpentry, and grounds. The role requires following instructions, safe tool use, and the ability to work with others to complete tasks efficiently.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related maintenance experience with the school district.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Three years of recent repair/maintenance experience with Broward County Public Schools.
• Knowledge of minor building maintenance; able to use power and hand tools; safety-first mindset.
• Must provide own hand tools.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from the principal or designee for maintenance assignments.
• Use tools and observe good safety practices at all times.
• Report work beyond your capabilities to the supervisor.
• Order materials through proper channels.
• Keep proper records and reports on work assignments.
• Perform air conditioning, carpentry, grounds, and electrical maintenance tasks as specified.

Skills

Power tools

Hand tools

Safety practices

Teamwork

Ladders safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Ladders

Maintenance equipment

Job description

To perform semi-skilled work in all areas such as air conditioning, plumbing, hardware, carpentry, grounds, etc., and perform preventative maintenance and minor repairs to various parts of the building and grounds in a responsible and accurate manner.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The School Site Repairperson shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

• Receive written or oral instructions from the principal or designee for maintenance assignments.
• Use tools and equipment properly and observe good safety practices at all times.
• Report all work beyond his/her capabilities to the appropriate supervisor.
• Order materials as required through proper channels.
• Keep proper records and reports on work assignments.
• Perform other duties as specified below:
  • Air conditioning - monitor boilers: clean or replace filters, cooling tower and boiler water treatment. Inspect and replace air handler belts. Lubricate system according to specifications.
  • Carpentry: door and lock repair, door checks, replace floor tile and baseboards, plaster patching, furniture assembly and repair, ceiling tile, locker and glass replacement. Assemble furniture, build shelves and counters.
  • Grounds: planting plants, pruning of shrubs, trees, edging and grass cutting.
  • Electric: replacing lamps and tubes, replace ballasts, repair and/or replace receptacles, switches and plates, extension cords and lubricate motors.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
• Three (3) years recent experience with The School Board of Broward County Florida, in repair and maintenance work.
• General knowledge of minor maintenance and repairs to buildings, equipment, and grounds. Must know preventative maintenance and what it stands for. The ability to use power and hand tools associated with the various trades. The ability to work effectively from ladders with due regard to safety for self and others. The ability to assume responsibility and accomplish most tasks with little or no guidance or supervision. Must be able to work well with others and be able to follow both written and oral instructions. Must provide own hand tools.
• Must complete the Professional and Master Facilities Service job related training programs, offered by Broward County Public Schools, and receive Professional and Master Facilities Service certification prior to applying for the position.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bilingual skills are preferred.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

Majority of contact is with employees within the department utilizing communication skills requiring tact and courtesy to give or receive information directly related to performing the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

LINK TO JOB DESCRIPTION

To review the complete job description for this position access the following website: https://www.browardschools.com/Page/36072 and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: NN-043