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Electrical Systems
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Welding
Power Tools
Building Maintenance Practices
Carpentry
Plumbing
OSHA Safety regulations
Heavy equipment operations

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Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician
Location: Nashville, TN (Onsite) Hours/Day: 7.5 Hours
Time Zone: CST
Duration: 45 Days (Contract is open to extend and convert to FTE based on performance).

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is a journey-level position responsible for performing a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled maintenance tasks across an 87-acre school campus. This role ensures a safe, functional, and productive learning environment by maintaining campus facilities, grounds, and equipment in excellent condition. The technician works independently or as part of a team to complete routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and emergency maintenance activities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Experience: 2–4 years of progressively responsible experience in general building maintenance and mechanical trades.
License: Must possess and maintain a valid State Driver''s License.
Compliance: Ability to pass a fingerprint and criminal history background check as required by school district regulations.

Duties and Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance and repair of interior and exterior building components, including windows, doors, flooring, drywall, woodwork, shelving, gates, bulletin boards, roofing repairs, and other structural elements.
Execute routine plumbing repairs, including unstopping drains and commodes, replacing fixtures, repairing leaks, and maintaining plumbing systems.
Perform routine electrical maintenance, including replacing light bulbs, ballasts, transformers, switches, receptacles, rewiring electrical outlets and breaker boxes, and other low-voltage electrical tasks.
Carry out minor HVAC maintenance, including changing filters, belts, and motors to ensure efficient system operation.
Maintain and support the 87-acre campus grounds by performing landscaping, mowing, planting flowers, sharpening mower blades, changing mower oil and filters, repairing fences, sidewalks, and operating tractors, mowers, and other heavy equipment.
Perform preventative maintenance by conducting routine inspections of facilities, equipment, and safety systems to prevent equipment failures and ensure efficient building operations.
Complete work orders accurately using computerized maintenance and inventory management systems.
Respond to emergency maintenance requests and remain available for on-call assignments or overtime as required to support uninterrupted school operations.
Prioritize daily maintenance tasks to meet operational requirements and deadlines.
Operate and maintain a variety of hand tools, power tools, sewer rodders, drills, saws, grinders, and other maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
Inspect electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, laundry, and food service equipment, identify maintenance issues, replace defective parts, and report major repairs when necessary.
Perform routine repairs on facility equipment and complete minor construction, welding, and carpentry projects as assigned.
Conduct daily facility inspections to verify safe and proper operating conditions throughout campus.
Review preventative maintenance schedules and complete routine servicing to maximize equipment life and building efficiency.
Assist with inventory management by monitoring maintenance supplies, tools, equipment, and replacement parts, and reporting inventory requirements to supervisors.
Read and interpret work orders, maintenance manuals, diagrams, blueprints, and supervisor instructions to determine repair requirements.
Communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, vendors, customers, and contractors while providing excellent customer service.
Operate state-issued vehicles, including pickup trucks, golf carts, watercraft, or other authorized vehicles as required.
Assist with unloading supplies, moving furniture, cubicles, desks, file cabinets, bookshelves, and setting up conference rooms or special event spaces.
Record daily work performed, time worked, materials used, and submit leave requests using the organization''s Human Resources software.
Provide guidance and technical support to team members when needed and assist supervisors with identifying materials and supplies required for maintenance activities.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Knowledge: Thorough understanding of building maintenance practices, carpentry, plumbing, electrical systems, preventative maintenance procedures, OSHA safety regulations, and applicable building codes.
Skills: Proficient in operating hand tools, power tools, heavy equipment, maintenance machinery, and computerized maintenance management systems.
Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, construction drawings, maintenance manuals, diagrams, and Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
- Ability to lift 50–80 lbs and perform physically demanding work in varying weather conditions, confined spaces, and elevated work areas.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Ability to interact professionally with students, faculty, staff, vendors, and the public.

Preferred Qualifications

Certifications: Professional certifications are highly preferred, including:
- Universal EPA/HVAC Certification.
- Heavy Equipment Operation Certification.
- OSHA 10-Hour Safety Certification.
- Electrical or Plumbing Trade License/Certification.

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Dice Id: 10230037
Position Id: (#16836930)
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