Special Assignment Engineer - Maintenance, Category 4A

Westside Community Schools; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Westside Community Schools is seeking a Special Assignment Engineer-Maintenance (Category 4A) for full-time, year-round service in Omaha, Nebraska. The role runs Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM, supporting Building Services under the Director of Facilities.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a City of Omaha 3rd Grade Engineer’s License, and experience with heat pumps, EMS, and building systems. Apply by the district’s deadline to join a busy rural/urban district.

Qualifications

• Must hold a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Possess City of Omaha 3rd Grade Engineer’s License and Universal A/C certificate.
• Experience with building maintenance and EMS operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Security of the building: locking/unlocking, arming/disarming access controls.
• Operate and maintain mechanical systems including boilers, chillers, A/C and electrical systems.
• Manage EMS programming and energy management tasks.
• Set up and take down for school activities; maintain cleanliness of work areas.
• Snow removal and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Ladders access

Lift 70 lbs

EMS operations

Building maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

City of Omaha 3rd Grade Engineer’s License

Universal A/C certificate

Job description

Special Assignment Engineer - Maintenance, Category 4A

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Job Details

Job ID: 5960730
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Oct 14, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

WESTSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOLS
909 South 76th Street
Omaha, NE 68114

Position AvailableImmediately

POSITION: Special Assign. Engineer-Maintenance, Cat 4A

Full-Time – 12 months per year

Approx. Shift Time: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

DEPARTMENT: Building Services

SUPERVISOR: Director of Facilities

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• City of Omaha 3rd Grade Engineer’s License
• Ability to climb ladders to a distance of 30 feet or more
• Ability to lift and carry 70 lbs to a distance of 50 feet or more
• Universal A/C certificate
• Five years of building maintenance experience
• Five years of experience with heat pump operations & repair
• Ability to perform skilled tasks in the repair & maintenance of building fixtures, furniture, mechanical devices, mechanical systems, A/C systems, refrigeration systems, electrical distribution systems, lighting systems, flooring, etc., and ability to operate EMS at a high level
• Physically able to perform tasks under working conditions that require walking, standing, lifting, carrying, and bending over for long periods of time
• Ability to work with or without supervision, follow directions, operate work order system, etc.
• Must be flexible and willing to adjust quickly to the changing demands of a busy rural/urban school district
• Must work well with the public, staff, students, supervisors, etc.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Security of the building: locking/unlocking, arming/disarming access controls
• Mechanical systems operation, repair, and preventative maintenance, including but not limited to boilers, chemical water treatment, chillers, package A/C units, water heaters, pumps, tanks, filters, traps, thermostats & related piping, lighting fixture repair and installation, electrical repairs, plumbing repairs, and installation or modification for all of the above
• Energy management system (EMS) operation and programming
• Setup/takedown of various school activities, etc.
• Responsible for the overall cleanliness, appearance, and maintenance of assigned work areas
• Snow removal as needed
• All other duties as assigned

Westside Community Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: $30.65 to $30.65 Per Hour

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required