Utility Crew at Fort Smith Public Schools

Position Title: Utility CrewFLSA: Non ExemptReports To: Utility Foremanand Supervisor of MaintenanceBeginning:January 2026Terms of Employment: A full contract for this position is240 days with benefits as specified in employee contract. Contract will be prorated based on actual start date.DISTRICT VALUESWe will always put student needs first.We believe relationships matter.We expect accountability.We operate with transparency.We prioritize student and staff safety.QUALIFICATIONSHigh School diploma or GED.Valid Drivers License.Commercial / light industrial preferred.Arkansas Pesticide Applicator License from the Arkansas State Plant board preferred.Custodial experience preferred.Lawn care experience preferred.Ability to lift 50 pounds to shoulder height occasionally.Ability to push/pull a minimum of 20 pounds frequently.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSRepair playground equipment and school furniture.Perform substitute custodial duties as requested by supervisor.Must be able to use hand tools and power tools to landscape school yards (i.e. lawn mower weed trimmer chainsaw) and other equipment and duties as required.Maintain equipment.Adhering to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for oneself and others. This includes using personal protective equipment (PPE) following proper procedures for handling hazardous materials and maintaining a clean and organized workspace.Be available for occasional non-work-day emergencies.Maintains prompt and regular attendanceMust be willing to work overtime or after hours whenever needed.Ability to maintain emotional control under stress.Must be able to work independently sometimes with minimal supervision.Attend meetings as scheduled by supervisors and district administration.Maintain a professional relationship with students facultyadministration and community patrons.Ability to perform physical labor in hot and cold outdoor environments.Ability to climb up and down ladders of various heights.Other duties as assigned by administration.These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.OTHER JOB FUNCTIONSAbility to endure prolonged standing walking sitting kneeling occasional reaching above the head or the shoulders bending squatting.See Maintenance Staff Salary ScheduleFor our salary schedule click this link to visit our district website.If seeing this posting on a job site please apply here interested. Key Skills Restaurant Experience,Food Service,GIS,Hand Tools,Lift Truck Experience,Construction Experience,Wastewater,Commercial Driving,Screen Printing,Operations Management,Sanitation,Power Tools Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1