Preventative Maintenance Technician

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Job Title:

Preventative Maintenance Technician

Location:

Operations & Maintenance

Pay Grade:
Unified Scale Grade U120

Work Calendar:
All 12 Month Employee

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Under general supervision of the Preventative Maintenance Lead Technician, the Preventative Maintenance Technician performs semi-skilled work in operating and routinely servicing heating and cooling equipment and performing a variety of facilities maintenance duties at Stafford County Public School facilities. This position is responsible for the safe routine preventive maintenance of heating and cooling equipment, which typically consists of boilers, chillers and associated motors, pumps and fans.

• Perform various general maintenance work including repairs to buildings and equipment, changing electric fuses, daily fire alarm checks, adjusting and servicing doors, temporary repairs of broken windows, replacing furniture, fixtures, and other items found at school.
• Report maintenance and supply needs, maintain records of equipment performance and preventive maintenance, and prepare routine reports.
• Maintain and inspect boilers and chilled water systems while operating and routinely servicing oil burners and related heating and ventilating equipment.
• Collaborate with energy management staff in controlling and operating school heating and cooling equipment.
• Check mechanical function of automatic burner controls, water levels, steam gauges, belts, pulleys, and add oil to motors as necessary.
• Cleans grease fittings, oils circulating pumps, exhaust fans and compressors, and greases, cleans, and paints boiler room machinery and pipes.
• Replace filters on heating, cooling and ventilation equipment throughout the building.
• Occasionally respond to emergency calls outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

• Engage in ongoing professional development relevant to position.
• Respond to written and oral requests for information promptly and thoroughly.
• Maintain a clean, neat appearance appropriate to position.
• Maintain a record of appropriate attendance and punctuality.
• Serve as a role model for students, colleagues, and the general public.
• Work in close harmony with colleagues, supervisors, and co-workers.
• Comply with all District and School policies and regulations, including confidentiality guidelines.
• Perform other related duties as required/assigned.

• High School or GED diploma required.
• HVAC Apprenticeship desired.
• Experience in the operation and routine servicing of an industrial-type heating and ventilating system.
• Valid Virginia Driver’s License or ability to obtain one within 90 days and have a good driving record.

• Methods and procedures for operating a moderately complex heating system, and the tools and materials used in servicing such equipment.
• Applicable safety codes and regulations.
• General building maintenance procedures.

• Utilize the Division’s Computerized Maintenance Management Software.
• Maintain equipment records and report information to the Supervisor.
• Use and care of common mechanical tools and lubricating equipment.

• Operate and maintain a variety of heating and ventilating, mechanical and similar plant machinery and equipment.
• Maintain plant equipment records.
• Perform a variety of general building maintenance repairs.
• Work cooperatively in a team environment to meet goals.
• Organize and perform work independently.
• Meet deadlines for all work even when working on multiple projects.
• Show sustained effort and enthusiasm in quality and quantity of work.