General Maintenance/Small Engine Repair - Facilities - Job #3227 - EXTENDED - School Board of Highlands County : Job Details

Position Type: Facilities & Maintenance/General MaintenanceDate Posted: 7/31/2024Location: FacilitiesClosing Date: 01/10/2025THE SCHOOL BOARD OF HIGHLANDS COUNTYPOSITION TITLE: Mechanic ASSIGNMENT: Mechanic 3 - General Maintenance/Small Engine Repair - Facilities MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or equivalent or trade school certificate

Three (3) years documented experience in the particular trade or craft

A valid Florida Commercial Driver's License or agrees to obtain within ninety (90) days

Physical Requirements: Ability to do strenuous physical tasks during the performance of duties, to include lifting up to 100 pounds, crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, pulling, pushing, etc.

Satisfactory clearance of a criminal history records check and drug screening

ADDITIONAL DESIRED JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Mastery of proper use and care of equipment, tools and materials related to the particular trade or craft PRIMARY PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs duties related to repairs of buildings, structures, equipment and fixtures

Operates trucks and power equipment

Performs various types of welding

Assumes leadership responsibility as appropriate for this position

Coordinates scheduling of work with supervisor

Overhauls, troubleshoots, and repairs engines (1 - 6 cylinders), diesel engines, clutches, and hydraulic systems on generators, riding mowers, rotary mowers, reel mowers, blowers, compressors, cement saws, backhoes and other equipment

Performs scheduled preventative maintenance by changing oil, lubricating, replacing worn parts, and adjusting all equipment noted

Sharpens hand tools, mower reels, bed knives and rotary mower blades

Maintains inventory and appropriate records

Requisitions replacement parts; complete and maintain paperwork for the acquisition of replacement parts

Acquire and maintain certification for the application of herbicides and pesticides to the exterior of buildings and grounds

Assists other trade departments with daily tasks as needed

Performs related work as assigned

ADDITIONAL DUTIES: Other duties as assigned by supervising administrator TERM: Length of contract and number of hours worked are determined by specific allocation as approved annually during planning-budgeting process APPRAISAL: Performance will be appraised annually in accordance with School Board Policy PAY GRADE: According to the School Board of Highlands County Non-Instructional Bargaining Support Personnel Salary Schedule NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT Except as provided by law, The School Board of Highlands County shall not on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, political or religious beliefs, national or ethnic origin, or genetic information, exclude individuals from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity in any employment condition or practice, or be denied equal access to school facilities if the organization is The Boy Scouts of America or other patriotic youth groups. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified applicants with disabilities during the application and interview process.To request accommodations, please contact: Carla Ball, Director of Human Resources 426 School Street Sebring, FL 33870 863-###-#### [email protected] & Reformatted 6/2013 APA Approved 7/28/2015 Board Approved 4/25/2017 Modified 8/19/2021 Modified 9/30/2021 GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS FOR ALL PERSONNEL: All applicants for positions offered by the School Board of Highlands County will be evaluated for possession of the following personal qualities:

Honesty, dependability, punctuality, accuracy, and diligence on the job

Ability to relate well to fellow workers, parents, students, and the general public

Habits of dress, grooming, and personal conduct suitable to the work site and school environment

Willingness to use professional practices appropriate to public service and school settings

Ability to communicate clearly and accurately, orally and in writing

Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions

Ability to access, organize, and maintain information needed in the performance of specific work tasks

Willingness to become totally familiar with and to comply with school district policies, procedures, rules, and functions

Demonstrate sensitivity to cultural diversity and to district expectations governing equity, non-discrimination, and equal opportunity

Willingness to complete in-service training needed to enhance and update job performance over a period of service