General Craftsman - District Wide - Liberty Independent School District (TX) : Job Details

Primary Purpose:

Under general supervision, work as a member of the Liberty ISD Maintenance and Operations team to ensure the safe, efficient and consistent operation of District Facilities.

Qualifications:

Education/Certification:

Clear and valid Texas driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills:

Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in general maintenance and building trades.

Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

Ability to work independently

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

* Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in carpentry

* Ability to use hand and power tools

* Ability to assemble, install, maintain, and pressure test all pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water,

drainage, sprinkler, and gas systems according to specifications and plumbing codes.

* Ability to detect needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment following established inspection

procedures.

* Determine sources of plumbing malfunctions and complete repairs

* Install and repair pipes, fittings, valves, fixtures, and plumbing system equipment including sinks, commodes, and water heaters. Install and repair kitchen equipment such as gas stoves and dishwashers. Prepare surfaces for painting, including sanding and removing old paint, filling holes, cracks, and joints with appropriate filler. Tape, float, and texture walls and ceilings.

* Select premixed paints or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint to match specified colors.

* Paint surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, paint rollers, or other methods to achieve required effects. Stain, seal, and varnish wood surfaces.

* Erect scaffolding, set up ladders, or use hoists to perform tasks above ground level.

* Receive and complete work orders. Identify and complete needed repairs on buildings, grounds, and equipment using established inspection procedures. Maintain accurate records on material and labor used.

* Maintain inventory of tools and assist with inventory control of materials and equipment.

* Inspect jobs after completion and ensure areas are clean.

Safety

* Perform preventive maintenance on tools and equipment and ensure equipment is in safe operating condition.

* Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures.

* Handle and dispose of chemicals according to established procedures.

* Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to supervisor.

* Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Plumbing tools and equipment including pipe bender, propane torch; hand tools;

power tools; heavy equipment including forklift, trencher, backhoe; light truck or van. Painting and drywall tools and equipment including brush, roller, spray equipment sand and water blaster; small hand tools, power tools, and measuring tools.

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/scaffolding, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and materials, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.