General Maintenance Technician

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Employment Type:

Full-time

Base Salary:

$21.61

Calendar:

2612H FULL TIME (12 MONTH) 248 work days, 13 paid holidays if full-time employee

Benefits:

PTO, holidays, matched retirement through the Arizona State Retirement System, health, and life insurance, wellness, professional growth credit

Performance Pay:

Available annually

New Hire Experience:

1% for two or more years of full time like experience and an additional 1% per year not to exceed the maximum hiring range of 5%.

New Hire Education:

1% of hourly rate for a college degree in a similar field, combined with work experience credit not to exceed the maximum hiring range of 5%.

CHANDLER UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT JOB DESCRIPTION

CLASSIFICATION: SUPPORT STAFF

JOB TITLE: GENERAL MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

CALENDAR: 2612H (12 MONTH)

SALARY: GRADE 113 (SUPPORT HOURLY)

Job Goal:

This position is responsible for ensuring all school facilities, grounds, and equipment within the Chandler Unified School District are maintained in a safe, functional, and compliant condition. The role involves performing regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and necessary repairs to uphold a high standard of safety and operational efficiency for students, staff, and the community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent with four years of experience in one of the following specialized craftsman fields: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanics, welding, carpentry, locksmith, electronics, painting, or sprinkler tech
• Expert knowledge in the use of hand power tools and equipment
• Working knowledge of building and safety codes
• Ability to interpret blueprints, drawings, and diagrams
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• Satisfactory criminal background check
• Vision and hearing are adequate to exercise job responsibilities in a safe manner

Core Job Functions:

• Maintain and repair district electronic communication systems (i.e., fire alarm, security systems, intercom, video, sound, and other related systems)
• Coordinate with appropriate district personnel and contractors to develop project specifications and follow up on contractor progress
• Process documentation and paperwork related to job requirements promptly
• Lead, with expertise in the specialized craftsman field, in the repair, alteration, maintenance, construction, and installation of site buildings and grounds
• Plan, direct, monitor, and train other department employees
• Maintain records of time, materials, and parts required to complete work orders
• Perform heavy labor and maintenance work
• Operate truck, hand-powered tools, and equipment
• Oversee the work of other maintenance personnel as assigned by the supervisor
• Maintain the confidentiality of protected student and staff member information even after no longer employed by the district
• Report safety/security hazards and needs for major repairs in an expeditious manner
• Follow district policies as outlined
• Perform all duties in a safe and prudent manner as directed by supervisors

Core Values:

• Excellence in all we do. No matter how large or small, we value excellence in all parts of this organization. Excellence is a value, a quality, and our most important product.
• Equity and fairness in all things. Education is the great leveler, and we intend for all our students, staff, and patrons to have the opportunity, tools, and ability to succeed and excel.
• Collaboration is an effective decision-making model as well as an effective morale-enhancing model.
• Integrity is simply non-negotiable. Honesty, integrity, and reliability are the foundations of our organization.
• Efficiency is the essence of being a good steward of public trust. We are supported by our community because we continually demonstrate our ability to produce the very best by carefully using the resources available.

Professional Qualities:

• Respond to all internal and external customers, as it relates to position, in a prompt, efficient, friendly, and patient manner
• Function effectively as a team member
• Be responsible, reliable, and punctual
• Be flexible and adaptable to change
• Positively accept direction
• Maintain courteous, cooperative working relationships with students, staff, and parents
• Direct constructive criticism toward improving the district
• Exercise positive problem-solving behavior and conflict resolution skills
• Adhere to the dress code appropriate to the site and job
• Share sensitive student and staff information on a need-to-know basis
• Be a positive role model
• Work with a large cross-section of people in a professional and non-judgmental manner

Physical Requirements - Heavy Work:

This position requires a range of physical abilities to perform the essential duties. You must be able to stand and walk constantly on various floor surfaces. The role involves frequent pushing and pulling, with the ability to apply a force of up to 50 pounds for various machines.

You will also be required to lift items of different sizes. This includes frequent lifting of up to 30 pounds. For any item weighing over 50 pounds, a second employee must assist with the lift.

Other physical requirements for this job include:

• Repetitive motions like stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Constant use of hands and fingers for dexterity and repetitive movements.
• Climbing ladders may be rarely required for cleaning or maintenance tasks.

Employees in this role may be exposed to fumes, odors, chemicals, and loud noises. The work environment can also present potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and workspace restrictions.

Note:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

Updated 9/11/25