Preventative Maintenance Technician at Stafford County Public Schools

Job Title: Preventative Maintenance TechnicianLocation: Operations & MaintenancePay Grade: Unified Scale Grade U120Work Calendar: All 12 Month EmployeeFLSA Status: Non-ExemptGENERAL PURPOSEUnder general supervision of the Preventative Maintenance Lead Technician the Preventative Maintenance Technician performs semi-skilled work in operating and routinely servicing heating and cooling equipment and performing a variety of facilities maintenance duties at Stafford County Public School facilities. This position is responsible for the safe routine preventive maintenance of heating and cooling equipment which typically consists of boilers chillers and associated motors pumps and fans.MAIN JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIESPerform various general maintenance workPerforms a variety of general maintenance work including but not limited to repairs to buildings and equipment; including changing electric fuses making daily check of fire alarm system adjusting and servicing doors making temporary repairs of broken windows replacing furniture fixtures and other items found at schoolReports maintenance and supply needs and maintains records of equipment performance and preventive maintenance and prepares routine reports.Maintains and inspects boilers and chilled water systems while operating and routinely servicing oil burners and related heating and ventilating equipment.Collaborates with energy management staff in controlling and operating school heating and cooling equipment.Checks mechanical function of automatic burner controls water levels and steam gauges check belts and replace as needed and adjust pulleys and adds oil to motors as necessary.Cleans grease fittings cleans and oils circulating pumps exhaust fans and compressors and cleans greases and paints boiler room machinery and pipes.Replaces filters on heating cooling and ventilation equipment in all parts of the building.Occasionally responds to emergency calls outside of regularly scheduled work hours.Support and demonstrate core values of Stafford County Public SchoolsEngage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.Maintain a clean neat appearance appropriate to position.Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.Serve as a role model for students colleagues and the general public.Work in close harmony with colleagues supervisors and co-workers.Comply with all District and School policies and regulations including but not limited to guidelines for confidentiality.Perform other related duties as required/assigned.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCEHigh School or GED diploma required.HVAC Apprenticeship desiredExperience in the operation and routines servicing of an industrial-type heating and ventilating system.Valid Virginia Drivers License or ability to obtain one within 90 days and have a good driving record.KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledgeMethods and procedures for operating a moderately complex heating system and the tools and materials used in servicing such equipmentApplicable safety codes and regulationsGeneral building maintenance proceduresSkillsUtilize the Divisions Computerized Maintenance Management SoftwareMaintain equipment records and to report information to the SupervisorUse and care of common mechanical tools and lubricating equipmentAbilitiesOperate and maintain a variety of heating and ventilating mechanical and similar plant machinery and equipmentMaintain plant equipment recordsPerform a variety of general building maintenance repairsWork cooperatively in a team environment to meet goalsOrganize and perform work independentlyMeet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projectsShow sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of workWORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWork environment is mixed indoor and outdoor environments with moderate to loud noise temperatures that are subject to extreme hot or cold and frequent exposure to chemicals or other negative air quality elements for which safety equipment will be provided.The work is moderate work requiring exertion of up to 50 pounds of force to move or lift objects.The following physical and mental abilities are representative of those expected to complete the essential functions of the job: standing for prolonged periods; sitting for prolonged periods; operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment; moving the hands wrists or fingers repetitively; moving with force on the back or lower body repetitively; feeling grasping or holding objections by hand; identifying colors visually; identifying objects in low light or distant conditions; communicating via spoken language; communicating via written language; perceiving sounds; making decisions using logic and rational thinking.To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations shall be made as required by law to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Electrical Experience,eMaint,Industrial Maintenance,HVAC,Mechanical Knowledge,Property Maintenance,Maintenance,Painting,Plumbing,Hydraulics,Programmable Logic Controllers,Troubleshooting Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1