| Location | Chambersburg, PA |
CHAMBERSBURG AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Description JOB TITLE: Maintenance Mechanic REPORTS TO: Assistant Director of Facility Operations CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt ADOPTED by CASD BOARD OF DIRECTORS: ____ REVISION ADOPTED by CASD BOARD OF DIRECTORS: SUMMARY OF PURPOSE The Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs on all district maintenance, grounds, and custodial equipment, as well as student furniture and maintenance vehicles. Additionally, this position performs essential grounds care duties, including lawn mowing, playground repair, snow removal, and general maintenance tasks across district facilities to ensure a safe, clean, and functional educational environment. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS Valid Pennsylvania driver's license. Knowledge of basic fundamentals of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Ability to read and interpret technical publications, blueprints, wiring diagrams, and equipment manuals. Proficiency in using hand and power tools, as well as specialized metalworking and welding equipment. Knowledge of proper handling, use, storage, and disposal procedures for hazardous materials. Ability to make progress on multiple assignments under time constraints. Ability to walk up and down steps while carrying objects, climb ladders, sit, stand, walk, bend, or kneel for long periods, work in confined spaces, see clearly, discern sounds clearly, and have hand/foot dexterity. Ability to lift and carry up to 80 pounds. Ability to operate various motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, including forklifts, tractors, skid loaders, and trucks. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Perform scheduled and unscheduled preventative maintenance and repairs on all ground support, grounds maintenance, and custodial equipment (e.g., tractors, mowers, utility trailers, backhoes, skid loaders, snow blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, small pneumatic tools, compressors, generators, and snow plows). Operate and test equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic malfunctions to determine corrective actions. Perform general maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on district maintenance vehicles and maintain assigned vehicle logs. Perform grounds maintenance duties, including mowing lawns, trimming, grounds cleanup, playground equipment inspection and repair, and related grounds-keeping tasks. Participate in district-wide snow removal operations, including operating snowplows, snow blowers, salt spreaders, and shovels. Provide welding and metalworking skills for equipment repair, fabrication, and structural maintenance. Inspect, repair, and assemble school property, including student desks, chairs, and cafeteria tables. Maintain accurate inventory records, inspection logs, technical records, work orders, and required forms. Maintain assigned work areas and repair bays in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. Execute work orders as assigned and assist other Buildings and Grounds department employees with facility maintenance tasks. Perform other duties as assigned To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. COMPETENCIES Organization Written/Oral Communication Detail Oriented Personal Effectiveness/Credibility Thoroughness Time Management Problem Solving / Mechanical Troubleshooting Technical Reading & Comprehension TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT Full time position; 8.0 hours per day, working 248 days per year, Following the AFSCME work calendar Compensation and benefits as per the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Chambersburg Area School District and AFSCME District Council 89 Local 2935 EVALUATION Performance of the Maintenance Mechanic will be evaluated annually by the Assistant Director of Facility Operations in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluations of supplemental employees. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Physical Demands: On the job, this employee must… Bend Sit Must carry/lift loads of: Squat Stand Crawl Walk Light (up to 25 lbs) Climb Push/Pull Moderate (25-50 lbs) Kneel Manual dexterity Heavy (over 50 lbs) Reach above shoulder level Use fine finger movements Other Other Work Environment: On the job, this employee… (X) Is exposed to excessive noise (X) Is around moving machinery (X) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature (X) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases (X) Drives motorized equipment (X) Works in confined quarters ( ) Other____ ( ) Other____ OTHER DUTIES The above job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. This is not an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Employees will be expected to perform duties that do not appear on the job description. Management reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet operational and organizational needs as necessary. AAP/EEO STATEMENT The CASD is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, or military service (or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law) in activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures or for information regarding services, activities, and facilities that are accessible to and useable by handicapped persons, contact the Office of the Superintendent or the Director of Human Resources. SIGNATURES This job description has been approved by all levels of management: Superintendent: __ Cabinet Member: __ HR Director: __ Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position. Employee: __ Date: _____