TOWANDA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitor and ensure efficient operation of district HVAC systems.
2. Monitor buildings and equipment to ensure proper operations.
3. Maintain and repair facilities as required.
4. Assist in determining which jobs should be performed by outside contractors.
5. Inform the Maintenance Supervisor of hazardous conditions and/or repair work that is needed or completed.
6. Complete work orders as assigned and report any deviation from them to the Maintenance Supervisor.
7. Provide leadership for assigned tasks.
8. Account for material and labor in relation to assignments.
9. Maintain compliance with all safety and code requirements/guidelines of state, local and Board policies.
10. Serve as a positive role model for students in all aspects of performance, demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of public education.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assume responsibility of Maintenance Supervisor in his/her absence.
2. Make inquiries and/or purchases as directed by the Maintenance Supervisor.
3. Assist in snow removal and salting as necessary to provide free access to all entrances, exits and walks.
4. Maintain all assigned tools, vehicles and equipment in a clean and responsible manner.
5. Perform backup duties of the pool systems operator.
6. Participate in meetings, workshops and conferences as required.
7. Support public education and student achievement.
8. Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree preferred
• Experience in HVAC, electrical fields, and general contracting
• Must possess experience and understanding of mechanical systems, HVAC, electrical systems and the trades.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills
• Must possess excellent math skills
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code)
• Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994
• Submission of Federal Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to reach above and below the waist
• Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects
• Ability to perform repetitive motion
• Ability to lift/carry supplies weighing 80 lbs.
• Ability to climb, crouch, stoop, kneel, crawl and reach overhead while standing
• Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of the workday

SENSORY ABILITIES

• Visual acuity
• Auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Subject to inside and outside environmental conditions
• Must be able to work in extreme cold (32 degrees or less) and extreme heat (90 degrees or more)

TEMPERAMENT

• Must be cooperative, congenial and service oriented
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills
• Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions
• Able to make judgments and work under high levels of stress

COGNITIVE ABILITY

• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Ability to read and write
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to organize tasks
• Ability to handle multiple tasks
• Ability to exercise good judgment

SPECIFIC SKILLS

• Must possess technology skills
• Ability to operate various maintenance equipment and office equipment
• Must appropriately handle confidential information

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job)