Maintenance I Specialist - 8 hours/day - District Operations

pspan style="color: #ff0000;"strongThis job posting will remain open until filled.nbsp;nbsp;/strong/spanspan style="color: #ff0000;"strongThis is a REGULAR position, budgeted to work 8 hours/day, year-round and will begin immediately.nbsp;/strong/span/p pstrongnbsp;/strong/p p style="margin: 0in; margin-bottom: .0001pt;"strongApplication Process/strong/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongCurrent District Regular Employees:/strong/spanbr /span style="background-color: #ffff00;"Sign into TalentEd as an internalnbsp;applicant.nbsp; Submit your letter of interest in TalentEd/Applicant Tracking. Outline your qualifications.nbsp;nbsp;/span/p pnbsp;/p pstronguExternal Applicants (including Substitutes and District Coaches):/u/strong/p pComplete an electronicnbsp;a title="TalentEd homepage" href="https://hoodriver.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx" target="_blank"TalentEd/Applicant Tracking application/a. Include the following:nbsp;nbsp;/p ul liLetter of interest addressed to Todd Rainwater, Operations and Facilities Director;/li liInclude the names and contact numbers for three work references;/li /ul pnbsp;/p pspan style="text-decoration: underline;"strongJob Purpose Statement/strong:/span/p pspan style="font-weight: 400;"With supervision, the Maintenance I Specialist performs a variety of semi-skilled duties in the maintenance, construction, and repair of the Districtrsquo;s facilities. nbsp;This work is done for the purpose of maintaining facilities in safe operating condition; maintaining a preventive maintenance program; and resolving immediate operational and/or safety concerns. nbsp;The position requires both working independently and cooperatively as a team.nbsp; In all aspects of work, performs tasks with minimal disruption to student learning./span/p pnbsp;/p pspan style="font-weight: 400;"This is the first level in a skilled facilities maintenance worker series requiring general facilities maintenance skills with proficiency in at least one facilities maintenance trade. nbsp;The position requires advanced organizational skills and the ability to manage several assignments simultaneously. This position is supervised by the District Operations Director and receives daily lead direction from a Maintenance II or Maintenance III Specialist. nbsp;This position does not supervise others. /span/p pnbsp;/p pstrongEssential Job Functions:strongnbsp;/strong/strong/p ul li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Safely performs a variety of basic maintenance tasks that require the ability to inspect, troubleshoot, repair, fabricate, install, service and maintain building facilities and building equipment/span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Builds items (e.g. counters, temporary partitions, cabinets, shelves, walls, fences, ditches, wood structures, metal objects or other construction as needed) for the purpose of modifying or adapting facilities to specific needs./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Inspects system components (e.g. parts, equipment, buildings and facility appurtenances such as sidewalks, fences, roads, facilities) for the purpose of identifying potential repairs and assisting with an ongoing program of preventative maintenance./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Prepares documentation for the purpose of providing written support and/or conveying information./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assists with nbsp;system component repairs (e.g. parts, equipment and facility mechanisms) for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Responds to emergency situations (e.g. facility damage, damaged playground equipment, roof leaks) for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns, or notifies lead worker, supervisor nbsp;or building administrator for guidance, as appropriate. /span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Performs or assists in scheduled preventative maintenance of roofs, motors, exit/emergency lights, basketball hoops, generators, batteries, smoke detectors and service vehicle./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Performs some carpentry duties, including but not limited to, new construction, remodel, fabrication and repairs/replacement of doors, walls, signs, desks, counters, shelves and tables./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Performs interior and exterior painting in the preparation and finishing of various surfaces, including pressure washing, chemical paint removal, sand blasting, sanding, brush painting, roller painting and power spray painting./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assists with window glazing and screen repairs./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assists with a variety of interior masonry duties including installation of ceramic tile, grout and patch repairs./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assists with new installation and repairs of various floor coverings, including but not limited to, VCT, carpet tiles and cove base./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assists with a variety of minor plumbing repairs/maintenance, including but not limited to, restroom commode and sink fixtures, drinking fountains, and snaking drain lines./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Refinish and makes repairs to furniture, tables and chairs./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Follows specific operations and maintenance guidelines for site specific equipment./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Delivers materials, equipment and supplies to District facilities./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Moves furniture, equipment and materials within and between District facilities./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Operates a variety of hand and power tools./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Operates a variety of vehicles, including cube vans, vans with lift gates and small dump truck./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Operates mowers and snow removal equipment./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Safely works from ladders, scaffolding, and riggings./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Requisitions material supplies, equipment, and assistance./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Keeps tools and equipment in good operating condition./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Prepares daily reports on work completed and materials used./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Utilizes the electronic work order system/span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Attends work regularly in a clean uniform and is on time for assignments/span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Occasionally performs work beyond a standard 40-hour work week when required./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Other related duties may be assigned as needed./span/li /ul p style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"strongOther Job Functions:/strong/span/p ul li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting the in the completion of their work activities./span/li li style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Attend staff meetings and in-service trainings./span/li /ul pnbsp;strongJob Requirements/Qualifications:/strong/p ul li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongstrongEducation and/or Experience:/strong/strong/div p style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"High school diploma or GED equivalent. nbsp;One year prior custodial or maintenance experience working in an industrial or school setting, span style="font-weight: 400;"sufficient to demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined in this job description./span/span/p /li /ul pspan style="font-weight: 400;"strongSkills, Knowledge and/or Abilities Required:/strongnbsp;/span/p ul li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongInterpersonal Skills: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Works well with others from diverse backgrounds. Must have ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Able to establish and maintain respectful, effective relationships with those encountered in the course of the work./span/div /li li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongLanguage Skills: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing in English. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from supervisor or staff. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate in Spanish and English preferred. /span/div /li li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongMathematical Skills: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions and percentages./span/div /li li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongReasoning Ability: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Ability to learn and apply new information or new skills./span/div /li li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongComputer Skills: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Ability to proficiently use district email, search engines, and work order system./span/div /li li div style="font-weight: 400;"strongOther Skills and Abilities: /strongspan style="font-weight: 400;"Ability to appropriately communicate with diverse staff, students, patrons and others, including vendors and other agencies. Ability to exercise good judgment and work in an environment with frequent interruptions and deadlines, while minimizing disruption to student learning. nbsp;Ability to juggle multiple tasks and possess excellent organizational and time management skills./span/div /li /ul p style="font-weight: 400;"strongCertificates, Licenses, Registrations: /strong/p ul li div style="font-weight: 400;"span style="font-weight: 400;"Validnbsp;Driverrsquo;s license and ability to maintain insurability under the Districtrsquo;s vehicle insurance policy.nbsp; Possession of CPR/First Aid Certification. Worker Asbestos Abatement Certification training is required with annual refresher training each year thereafter. Lead-Based Paint Training Certification and Welding Certification is desirable.nbsp;/span/div /li /ul pstrongLicenses, Certifications, Bonding, and/or Testing Required:/strong Criminal Justice Fingerprint Clearance; complete district required pre-employment/post offer drug screen and post offer physical assessment; possess and maintain a valid driver's license.nbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pstrongRequired testing:/strong/p pAny offer of employment made by Hood River County School District to an external candidate is contingent upon satisfactory results of:/p ul liDrug screening tests for any illegal drug or substance classified in Schedules I through V under the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 811 to 812. This includes, but is not limited to, marijuana, mind-altering substances or narcotic drugs such as hallucinogens, amphetamines, barbiturates, or any other illegal drug or controlled substance, except those federally recognized as legally prescribed by a physician and used as directed./li liPost-offer physical abilities assessment./li liNationwide criminal history verification - a background check for any convictions directly related to the duties and responsibilities of the position. Unless otherwise required by law, only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the applicant from employment./li liFingerprint-based nation-wide background clearance./li /ul pstrongCompensation:/strongnbsp;The 2025/26 schoolnbsp;year hourly pay range for Maintenance I Specialist isnbsp;$19.15 to $21.77.nbsp;/p pnbsp;/p pstrongHOOD RIVER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER./strong Reasonable accommodations for the application and interview process will be provided upon request and as required in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Disabled persons may contact Hood River County School District at 541/387-5016 for additional information or assistance. Speech or hearing-impaired persons may contact Hood River County School District for assistance through the Oregon Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 1-800-735-2900./p