Maintenance Tradesman (Anticipated Opening 2025-2026)

POSITION TITLE: MAINTENANCE TRADESMAN (WILLING TO TRAIN)

CONTRACT YEAR: 12 – MONTH CONTRACT

SALARY: MAINTENANCE SCALE COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE. ADJUSTMENTS ARE AVAILABLE BASED ON

ADDED CERTIFICATIONS (Based on the 2025-2026 approved salary scale)

DEPARTMENT: MAINTENANCE

START DATE: JULY 1

Job Description: The candidate for this position will perform tasks requiring strong knowledge in electrical, light plumbing, some painting and drywall repairs, general handyman services. The candidate will be able to diagnose, repair, complete service, and installation of equipment, and perform complex and general maintenance and repair work for the BCPS buildings and grounds. The candidate will be required to complete moderate lifting and be mechanically inclined. The candidate needs to be self-motivated to engage in learning new areas and acquiring multiple licenses and as the potential earnings are for those who are motivated to complete jobs and group professionally. They assist with maintenance team workers and determine repair procedures, prioritization of work details, coordinating vendors and contractors to complete work, purchasing, and inventory of supplies and materials, and other maintenance duties as assigned.

Direct Accountability and Report: Works under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor who is responsible for the overall upkeep of BCPS facilities and grounds. An annual classified evaluation will be based upon the job description, district and personal goals and objectives specific to the school or the position, and the performance of the maintenance licensed tradesman.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Specialized Licensure and Certifications in multiple areas: Electrical, HVAC, plumbing, general maintenance preferred.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of three 3-5 years working with general maintenance, electrical, ventilation, and or plumbing experience preferred (or a willingness to be trained in this area)
• Strong knowledge of building trades, cleaning procedures, and maintenance
• Knowledgeable of health and safety practices
• Strong organizational, teamwork, and communication skills.
• Computer-literate with MS Office, emails, related tools, and advancing technology (with training).

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

General duties of the Maintenance Tradesman include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Seek resources and/or complete required training to ensure requisite skills to perform duties fulfilled.
• Work to maintain and make repairs in the following areas: electrical, plumbing, ventilation, and other building systems.
• Complete weekly maintenance schedules and organized work tasks as delegated by the supervisor
• Responsible for proactive observation and evaluation of problematic building systems and/or facilities to determine what installation or repair services are needed to be reported to the supervisor.
• Ensure work performance and quality operations meet expectations and guidelines.
• Responsible for monitoring and inspecting your assigned areas for the general upkeep of buildings and grounds to assess for foreseeable repairs.
• Responsible for executing all preventive maintenance schedules assigned with proper documentation of completion.
• Responsible for executing safety and general maintenance inspections as assigned and are done on a routine schedule.
• Responsible for maintaining equipment, material, and supply inventory and acquisition, and as delegated to avoid waste.
• Engage in collaborative efforts and communication with school custodians and principals.
• Comply with all health and safety regulations and practices on-site and across the division.
• Ensure follow-ups on all maintenance and repair work are done.
• Establish strategies to meet workload demands on time.

Professionalism

• Works to promote students, staff, and faculty well-being and success with completing tasks toward operational buildings and grounds.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, school and division policies, and ethical guidelines.
• Sets goals for improvement of knowledge and skills to advance with duties.
• Works in a collegial and collaborative manner with administration, staff, other school personnel, and the community.
• Maintain effective interpersonal skills in all areas of communication with strong oral communication skills.
• Must be able to work independently and be capable of solving problems using good judgment and work in a self-directed and collaborative environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Brunswick County Public Schools is committed to a policy of non-discrimination based upon race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, and age in administration of any of its educational programs, activities, or with respect to employment. Inquiries should be directed to Brunswick County Public Schools, Human Resource Department, 1718 Farmers Field Road, Lawrenceville, Virginia 23868. Telephone: .... Please see the full job description at www.brunswickcps.org or contact email ....