Lead Mechanic : General Maintenance (6:00am-2:30pm)

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Lead Mechanic: General Maintenance

JOB SUMMARY

Performs skilled general maintenance tasks and leads a small group of employees engaged in the general maintenance of school facilities. Performs a variety of repairs and installations related to building structure, roofing, and interior/exterior components/finishes.

Additional Work Days/Hours

Based on the assignment, the following additional work days and/or hours may be required as needed:

• Ability to work flexible schedules
• Emergencies
• Evenings/Nights
• Extended hours
• Holidays
• Inclement weather conditions
• On call
• Outside of normal business hours
• Overtime as needed
• Peak season
• Shift work
• Summer hours
• Weekends

ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Installs and repairs floor finishes and metal framed or drywall partitions and specialty items such as chalkboards, bulletin boards, smart boards, bleachers (exterior, interior), lockers, toilet partitions, overhead doors, folding partitioning.
• Evaluates, installs, and repairs various types of roofing materials, flashing, exterior trim, soffit, fascias, gutters, and down spouts. Cleans roof drains.
• Serves as a lead worker and lays out work for self and other members of the crew.
• May assist with scheduling, assigning, and completing the more complex work assignments.
• Advises management of issues that will require collaboration with other departments for completion of tasks.
• Cuts, fits, and joins lumber and plastic laminate in the construction and repair of cabinetry, bookcases, and countertops.
• Performs sizing, mortising, boring, fitting, and hanging wood door blanks; sizing, ordering, and hanging metal doors.
• Repairs and replaces T&G ceiling tile, suspended ceiling tile, grid, masonry block, brick, and concrete.
• Performs other related duties as assigned within the same classification or lower.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalency Certificate required.

Experience

• Five (5) years progressively responsible general maintenance/construction or related experience and required;
• One (1) year experience or training in the assigning and scheduling of work duties in a lead capacity and required;
• One (1) year welding experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics

• Intermediate knowledge of construction methods and procedures.
• Intermediate carpentry skills to include layout, framing, and sheathing.
• Ability to oversee the work of others as a leader and make independent judgments and decisions within established parameters.
• Ability to use various shop and hand power tools including saws, drills, woodworking, and welding machines.
• Ability to interpret work orders, diagrams, sketches, blueprints, drawings and specifications, and manufacturer's manuals.
• Ability to practice and enforce safety regulations applicable to work performed.
• Knowledge of procedures and regulations pertaining to hazardous materials.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively work and communicate with diverse populations.
• Ability to employ business technology tools (e.g. E-mail, AACPS Intranet, electronic benefits enrollment tool, Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
• Provides basic hand tools.

Licenses and Certifications

Employee must retain active licenses, certifications, and enrollment as a condition of employment.

• Upon hire, Driver''s License (DL) Class C Non-Commercial issued by Maryland or State of Legal Residence (MVA/DMV) required.
• Proof of a good driving record required.

Driving Requirements

• Driving is required to conduct bona fide Board business that is within the scope of employment in this position.
• Board Vehicle

CAREER LADDER REQUIREMENTS

Qualification Requirements for Employment in Higher Grade as a New Hire or Transfer requires:

• Two (2) additional years continuous successful experience required.
• Completion of practical maintenance trades/vocational training/education.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform multiple trades' skill at an advance level.

Eligibility for Consideration for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Two (2) years continuous successful experience in the position at the Lower Grade level.
• Mastery of all responsibilities and duties of the position.
• Achievement of Professional Certification, License or evidence of course completion in pursuit of such certification or license, if applicable.
• Evidence of completion of additional training that may be recommended by supervisor and/or participation in approved professional development programs or courses, approved in advance by the supervisor. Successful completion of a minimum of one professional development within the last two years is required. Successful completion of job specific professional developments identified on the job description, performance evaluations and/or the supervisor's documented recommendation are required.
• Achievement of identified goals as they relate to the needs of the district and as established by the supervior.
• Consistent maintenance of an effective and orderly work environment.
• Consistent compliance with general office procedures such as standards contained in the AACPS Employee Handbook; demonstration of discretion and excellent customer service; regular and punctual attendance; and building dress code, including wearing AACPS ID badge.
• Above Satisfactory overall job performance for the two most recent consecutive years of Performance Ratings.
• Letter of Recommendation written by the supervisor.

Additional Requirements for Advancement from Lower Grade to Higher Grade requires:

• Completion of practical maintenance trades/vocational training/education.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform multiple trades' skill at an advance level.

LEADERSHIP ROLE

• Lead Worker

People Lead

• This position acts as the lead for 1 to 5 direct staff.

Lead Worker Duties/Responsibilities

• Trains employees.
• Directs the work of employees.
• Maintains records.
• Provides feedback to assist the supervisor's assessment of the employee's performance.
• Plans the work.
• Instructs employees in specific techniques and technical methods to use.
• Performs same type of work as employees the Lead Worker is assigned to lead.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands and working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

• Standing: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Walking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Sitting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Using hands to handle or feel: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Pinching (fine motor skills): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Wrist deviation: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Keyboarding: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Pushing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Pulling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Reaching (with hands and/or arms): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Climbing (Ascend/Descend): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Balancing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Stooping: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Kneeling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Crouching: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Crawling: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Bending: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Twisting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Squatting: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Talking: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Hearing: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Tasting: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Smelling: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Repetitive Motions: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Driving: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• As required by the duties and responsibilities of the position.

Vision

The vision demands with correction described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)
• Color vision (ability to identify/distinguish colors)
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Location

• Office, school or similar indoor environment: over 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor environment: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Street environment (near moving traffic): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Construction site: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Confined space: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Warehouse environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Shop environment: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Temperature Change: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time

Exposure

• Wet or humid conditions (non-weather related): between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Outdoor weather conditions: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time
• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work near moving mechanical parts: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Work in high, precarious places: between 1/3 and 2/3 percent of the time up to 40 feet on vertical ladder/scaffolding; up to 80 feet on boom lift
• Communicable diseases: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Fumes or airborne particles: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Risk of electrical shock: under 1/3 percent of the time
• Vibration: under 1/3 percent of the time

Weight & Force

Lifting and carrying requirements

• Up to 80 pounds: under 1/3 percent of the time

Travel Requirements

• 30% daily day travel within the county traveling from school-to-school to complete work assignments.

Employee Safety Statements

• The employee is required to use safety devices and protective equipment in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Adheres to safe practices and methods in the operation of equipment and supplies related to the job.
• The employee is responsible for correcting and/or reporting any conditions within an AACPS building or grounds that may be hazardous to employees and students.

JOB INFORMATION

Approved Date: 9/1/2022 Established Date: 4/1/1993 Title Code: E45442 Title: MECHANIC LEAD: GENERAL MAINTENANCE Reports to Generic: Senior Specialist;Assistant Program Manager Reports to Specific: PROGRAM MANAGER ASSISTANT: GENERAL MAINTENANCE; SPECIALIST SENIOR: GENERAL MAINTENANCE

ORGANIZATION

Division: Business Operations Business Unit: Facilities Department: Maintenance Negotiated Agreement: American Federation of State, County, & Municipal Employees (AFSCME)

HR JOB INFORMATION

Unit: III Days Worked: 260 FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Grade: AG11;AG12 Click HERE to view Terms of Employment, Benefits and Salary Scale. Scroll down to locate (Unit 3 - AFSCME) Essential Job: Months Worked: 12 Hours Worked: 8 Job Family: Trades, Crafts and Labor Sub-Function: Preventative Maintenance

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