Welcome to Maine School Solutions!

Position: School Maintenance Worker

Location: Belgrade, ME

Salary: $50,000/year and use of the company vehicle during work hours to commute to other school locations. A generous 4 weeks of paid vacation, 6 paid holidays, and Earned Paid Leave at 64 hours/year.

Benefits:

Competitive Pay
Up to 4+ weeks of paid time off in the first year.
Great work – life balance with full time, part time, and per diem positions available.
Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b Retirement, Health Flexible Spending Account, Legal, Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life & Supplemental Life, AD&D, Travel Assistance, and Employee Assistance Programs.

Requirements:

High school or equivalent
Hold and maintain a valid driver’s license, with no serious violations.
Clean Criminal Background Check
Provide evidence that health is adequate to fulfill the job functions and responsibilities, with reasonable accommodation pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 12101.
A minimum of three years of experience, and proficiency in several areas of maintenance (e.g., plumbing, painting, carpentry, masonry/concrete/tile, window glazing, electrical, mechanical, HVAC systems, roof repair, plastering/spackeling, turf maintenance, furniture repair, and small engine repair). MUST HAVE YOUR OWN TOOLS!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Exhibit a personality that demonstrates interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, and the community.
Perform only those maintenance and repairs that do not require a license, or perform maintenance and repairs under the direct supervision of a licensed technician.
Ensure that the work site and conditions are safe.
Perform assignments relating to insuring all schools and sites are able to safely open and function when assigned.
Perform regular inspections of equipment and systems, reporting any abnormalities and hazards immediately.
Respond to emergency situations and perform necessary repairs.
Recommend repairs or procedures that are beyond the scope of responsibilities, skill, or experience, outlining the work needed and specifications required of an outside contractor.
Ensure that all applicable fire, safety, health, and environmental regulations and laws are observed and exceeded.
Operate and maintain in a safe and operational condition all tools and equipment necessary to carry out job functions and responsibilities.
Remove snow and ice by shoveling, plowing, snow blowing, and/or sanding walks, driveways, parking areas, roofs, egresses, and paths.
Report immediately any damage or vandalism to facilities, or theft of equipment.
Make recommendations for improvement in the effectiveness and efficiency of the maintenance operations of the programs.
Attend required meetings and serve, as appropriate, on staff committees.
Display a cooperative and pleasant attitude at all times, particularly when in the presence of staff, students, and community visitors.
Notify and assist the administration and appropriate emergency personnel with any emergency, and potentially dangerous or unusual situations.
Use computers and/or electronic equipment to fulfill job functions.
Protect confidentiality of records and information gained as part of exercising professional duties and use discretion in sharing such information within legal confines.
Serve as a role model for students and staff in demonstrating positive attitudes, appropriate attire and grooming, and an effective work ethic.
Participate in appropriate in-service and workshop programs and attend any required meetings.
Display ethical and professional behavior in working with students, parents, school personnel, and outside agencies associated with the programs.
Adhere to federal statutes and regulations, Maine school law, and Maine Department of Education rules, regulations, policies and procedures,
Perform any duties and responsibilities that are within the scope of employment, as assigned by the supervisors, and not otherwise prohibited by law or regulation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job.

Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall:

Be capable of lifting items needed to perform the functions of the job.
Sit, stand, walk, and ride for required periods of time.
Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus in order to complete tasks.
Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary.
Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls.

Additional:

Special projects may require deviation of daily hours
Emergency situations may require immediate response on-site (i.e. building flooding, severe storm etc.)

Maine School Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Day shift
Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

Are you willing to complete a criminal background check & driver's check?

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Maintenance: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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