Utility Support Technician - #112894

ReNEW Schools; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Schools is seeking a Facilities Technician to support maintenance across multiple school sites. You will perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and daily inspections of HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems while ensuring building safety and security during shifts.

The role requires a high school diploma, a Minnesota driver's license, and relevant licenses/certifications (boiler, electrician, pool operator).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Minnesota Driver's License is required.
• 3 years experience working in a commercial or school setting on HVAC equipment.
• 1st Class C boiler’s license required; 2nd Class C acceptable with 1st Class C within 90 days.
• Current Registered Unlicensed Electrician License required.
• Current Certified Pool Operator Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Complies with all School District, City, State and OSHA policies and procedures.
• Available on call for weekend and after hour emergencies; on-call rotation and 2 hours minimum pay; $600 yearly stipend.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance and repairs at multiple schools.
• Maintain daily vehicle/equipment/tools upkeep and complete required maintenance requests.
• Record daily HVAC, mechanical and electrical inspections; manage boiler checks and repairs as needed.
• Ensure building and property security during shifts; participate in snow removal overtime as needed.
• Operate snow removal equipment and move up to 50 pounds of materials.
• Perform tasks requiring ladders/platforms up to 30 feet and work in confined spaces.
• Provide custodial/grounds support and rotate duties within Facilities Department.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Snow removal

Locksmith

Carpentry

Electrical

Plumbing

Building automation systems

HVAC knowledge

Pool operation

Kitchen appliance repair

Education

High School diploma or GED

Minnesota Driver's License

Building Utilities Mechanical Certificate Preferred

HVAC experience (3 years)

1st Class C boiler license

Registered Unlicensed Electrician License

Certified Pool Operator Certificate

Tools

Building automation systems

Job description

Work Schedule

Full-time, year-round position; 8 hours per day; 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Monday through Friday

Work Calendar

260 duty days per year

Click link to review the 2025-2026 260 Day Calendar

Classification

B-3-2

Click link to review the 2024-2026 Maintenance Contract containing salary schedule.

Hiring Manager

Jerry Ernst, Facilities Manager

If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4270 or email [e-mail]

Essential Functions

• Complies with all School District, City, State and OSHA policies and procedures.
• Required to be available on call for weekend and after hour emergencies. On-call rotation will be divided among available Utility Support Technicians. Will carry the on-call phone or use personal phone, and respond to calls during assigned times. Will be compensated based on hourly rate and minimum 2 hours pay per maintenance contract when reporting to a site for a call. $600.00 yearly stipend provided.
• Assigned to multiple schools to perform Preventative Maintenance and repairs.
• Completes all duties listed on the daily schedule and maintains daily upkeep of assigned vehicle and equipment and tools.
• Completes all required preventative maintenance requests in a timely manner.
• Completes and records required daily visual walkthroughs of HVAC, Mechanical and electrical rooms to include roof top units of all assigned buildings.
• Records all needed repairs, inspections, boiler checks and makes repairs as needed or directed.
• Ensures building and property is secure during shifts and reports incidents and hazardous conditions Facilities Manager.
• District Wide On-call snow removal overtime required; including early morning, evening, over night, weekend and emergency weather response.
• Operates all motorized equipment used for snow removal.
• Moves up to 50 pounds of project materials and/or tools to remote building locations.
• Stands on ladders and platform lifts, at heights up to 30 feet for extended periods of time.
• Performs essential maintenance to the facility or equipment which may involve, but not limited to the following activities: reaching, crouching; kneeling; shoveling; working in narrow and/or confining spaces: underground, overhead, and at ground level; twisting of the waist, shoulders, and legs; and lying on stomach and/or back.
• Works under the supervision of the Utility Support Technician Lead and the Facilities Assistant Manager.
• Provides custodial and grounds support as directed by the Facilities Assistant Manager.
• Performs work or substitutes in another Facilities Department as directed by Facilities Manager.
• Performs other duties assigned by the Utility Support Lead or the Facilities Assistant Manager.

License Requirements

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minnesota Drivers License
• Building Utilities Mechanical Certificate Preferred or equivalent.
• 3 years experience working in a commercial or school setting on HVAC equipment.
• 1st Class C boiler’s license required. Will consider a 2nd Class C at time of hire but must obtain 1st Class C license within 90 days.
• Current Registered Unlicensed Electrician License required.
• Current Certified Pool Operator Certificate required.

Required Skills

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills are required.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to prioritize work in the most effective and efficient way.
• Ability to work effectively with others and utilize effective team-building skills.
• Ability to effectively operate commercial snow removal equipment.
• Basic Locksmith knowledge.
• Basic Carpentry knowledge.
• Basic Electrical knowledge.
• Basic Plumbing knowledge.
• Strong computer skills and knowledge of building automation systems.
• Knowledge of commercial building hot water systems, steam boiler plants, chilled water systems and pool operation.
• Knowledge of HVAC air handlers, pumps, fans, motors and other associated equipment.
• Knowledge in kitchen appliance repair and refrigeration systems.