Maintenance Tech III Plumber: 2025-2026

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A STATE CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. UNDER CERTAIN CIRCUMSTANCES, A NATIONAL CRIMINAL HISTORY BACKGROUND CHECK MAY BE REQUIRED A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.

652 Chamberlin Avenue

Frankfort, KY 40601

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JOB TITLE

Maintenance Technician III

REPORTS TO

Maintenance Supervisor

SALARY SCHEDULE/GRADE

Classified Salary Schedule

Grade 93

CONTRACTED DAYS AND/OR HOURS

250 X 8

EXEMPT STATUS

Non Exempt

JOB CLASS CODE

7443

POSITION CLASSIFICATION

Classified

DATE APPROVED

BASIC FUNCTION

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform skilled maintenance, repair and construction of District buildings and equipment in one or more craft or trade; lead other Maintenance Technicians as necessary; work independently in advanced trades such as electrical, plumbing, steam fitter, electrical motor repair, welding and engine rebuilding.

Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment; prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of assigned staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.

Perform various refrigeration, plumbing and heating-related duties; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; assist in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures; perform welding and metal fabrication; diagnose and repair electronic ignition systems for heaters, furnaces and hot water heaters.

Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and fixtures; perform trouble-shooting to repair or replace fan and motors; perform repairs to motors, bells, clocks and lighting circuits and to communication and audiovisual equipment.

Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies needed by the District.

Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment; test and replace circuits; coordinate emergency repairs and large complex projects; troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring; perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work; maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.

Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations and requirements.

Maintain various records related to labor, materials, and work orders.

Purchase tools, equipment and materials; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.

Perform related duties assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Trade tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in skilled and general maintenance and repair involving at least one of the following: electrical, heating and air conditioning, locksmithing, plumbing, carpentry, painting, welding or automotive mechanic.
• Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.
• Technical aspects of field and specialty.
• Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.
• Requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Federal, State and local building codes and regulations.

Ability to:

• Perform a wide variety of skilled journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment.
• Prioritize, schedule, assign and review work.
• Train and provide work direction to assigned personnel in the performance of a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.
• Interpret, explain and apply codes, rules and regulations involved in assigned maintenance activities.
• Effectively and safety operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and work order to others.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Estimate labor and materials costs.
• Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain routine records.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate a District vehicle and perform heavy physical labor.
• Lift heavy objects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or GED
• Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a GED as required by Kentucky law and four years journey-level experience in one or more trade areas.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

• Valid Kentucky driver’s license

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and work year to be established by the board of education.

EVALUATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of board policy for classified personnel.