General Maintenance - up to 12 month assignment

id='p66763_47369'>General Maintenance - up to 12 month assignment JobID: 66763

Position Type:

Custodial/Maintenance/Maintenance

Date Posted:

6/16/2026

Location:

WVSDB - Maintenance & Security

Date Available:

07/01/2026

Closing Date:

06/29/2026

County:

West Virginia Schools for the Deaf & Blind Additional Information: Show/Hide

TITLE OF VACANCY: General Maintenance â up to 12 month assignment

POSITION TYPE: Service

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT: TheWest Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)

LOCATION: Romney, West Virginia

As assigned by supervisor, Performs varied duties that relate to the appearance, repair and general care of school grounds. Additional seasonal assignments will include the operation of lawn care equipment and snow and ice removal vehicles/equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will adhere to WVBE Policy 5902 â "Employee Code of Conduct" and the applicable WVSDB personnel policies for employee performance.

• Observes safety precautions in carrying out assigned duties.

• Carries and operates communication devices with established notification procedures, as requested.

• Attends staff meetings as scheduled.

• Performs preventive maintenance and routine repairs to campus buildings and equipment.

• Uses and maintains electronic maintenance work order system, employee timekeeping and leave request system, etc.

• Creates and/or maintain simple records and make reports based on these records.

• Maintains grounds in a safe and attractive manner by working with lawn care and landscaping equipment as assigned. This includes snow and ice removal from parking lots, campus drive and/or sidewalks as assigned.

• Conducts inventory of materials, supplies and equipment as requested.

• Perform grounds and facilities maintenance, work individually, or as a team member for other projects.

• Assists with snow and ice removal operations on roadways and sidewalks so they can be made safe as soon as possible. this includes callouts after normal working hours, when available.

• Adheres to WVDE Policy 5902, Employee Code of Conduct.

• Completes semi-skilled maintenance duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Appropriately records inventory items used in completion of assigned tasks.

• Maintains valid WV Driver's License, if assigned to operate school vehicles.

• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5.

• Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code §18A-4-8b. demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test), as required.

• Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code §18-5-15c and/or §18A-3-10, as appropriate.

• Possess experience and/or training in any/or all job classifications identified within this job description.

• Possess a valid state issued motor vehicle operator's license.

• Physically able to do heavy, extensive lifting and manual labor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computer and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds. He/she shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety, or judgement will not be tolerated.

EXPECTATIONS:

• The staff member must meet ASL and/or Braille skill level requirements as delineated in the WVSDB Communication Policy for job classification.
• The staff member must complete all required annual trainings.
• The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.
• The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.
• The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.
• The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.
• The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines.
• The staff member demonstrates excellent communication skills and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.
• The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added as priorities emerge.

SALARY:

Hourly rate of pay based on WVSDB Service Personnel Salary Schedule, C Scale. Dependent on applicable years of experience and education level. Assignment ends 06-30-2027.

EVALUATION:

Performance evaluation in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5314.

APPLY TO: Office of Human Resources

WV Schools for the Deaf and the Blind

301 East Main Street

Romney, WV 26757

Phone: 304-822-4820

Fax: 304-822-3370

Website:https://wvsdb2.state.k12.wv.us

Employee Signature: ____ Date: ___