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Job Title: Technician 5 – Mechanical Systems

Position Function: The Technician is responsible for performing a variety of tasks on HVAC control equipment in school buildings, ensuring customer satisfaction by identifying, analyzing, diagnosing and repairing building automation systems to prepare them for use during the coming school year. Will help maintain the district’s DDC control system and monitor the buildings to maintain proper temperature. Will perform some programming;

start‑up, commissioning and servicing DDC equipment along with graphics.

• Employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday unless approved leave has been received.
• Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee’s supervisor or building administrator.
• All employees are required to report to work dressed in a manner that reflects a positive image of USD 259 and is appropriate for their position.

Assists with additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Must demonstrate the ability to use various equipment assigned to the job position as needed. This position may require the ability to use iPads in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with USD 259’s guidelines for equipment use. Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment. Other tools that may be used include (but not limited to): band saw, drill press, metal shear, electric drills, sawzall, ladders (6‑foot, 8‑foot, and 24‑foot extensions), 2‑ton press, chain fall, metal lathe, tin snips, metal punch press, metal brake machines, porta band saw, adjustable wrenches, single‑man lift, 1000‑lb material lift, sandblaster, basic hand tools, clamps, power tools and vans.

Occasional travel between schools in and out of the district as well as to central offices may be required.

• Ability to perform all tasks and work the hours required.
• Ability to work indoors in extreme heat and cold and outdoors in inclement weather conditions including heat, cold, rain, or snow.
• Ability to wear proper safety equipment as required while performing the various responsibilities.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice if required.
• Work in standard office, shop and school building environments.
• Ability to work in confined or high spaces; some strenuous physical work.
• Ability to work productively in stressful situations.
• Daily schedule may fluctuate to accommodate deadlines and delivery of services.
• Limited (0‑1 hour):
  Crawling, lying down, keyboarding/mouse, high‑impact vibratory tools. Lifting and carrying 51‑100 lbs, pulling/pushing 100 + lbs.
• Occasional (1‑3 hours):
  Overhead reaching, climbing/balancing, fine finger manipulation, low‑impact vibratory tools. Pushing/pulling 1‑10 lbs, 11‑20 lbs, 21‑50 lbs, 51‑100 lbs. Lifting and carrying 11‑20 lbs, 21‑50 lbs.
• Frequent (3‑6 hours):
  Standing, walking, head/neck rotation, twisting at the waist, forceful gripping. Lifting and carrying 1‑10 lbs.
• Constant (6‑8 hours):
  Total reaching, handling/grasping.
• Exposures to dust, odor, fumes, mists, gases, chemicals, refrigerants, lubricants, cleaning solutions, and other substances as listed.

• Ability to communicate both verbally and written with others inside and outside the organization for giving and obtaining information.
• Ability to communicate effectively with a supervisor when discretion is needed.
• Effective team player.
• Plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet daily demands.
• Basic computer proficiency; effective use of Microsoft Word and Outlook.
• Professional manner and positive attitude.
• Detail‑oriented.
• Good judgment for recurring assignments.
• Displays significant professionalism and confidentiality.
• Conform to proper professional dress and appearance standards.
• Knowledge of the company’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee.
• Knowledge of materials and procedures used in the area.
• Ability to operate and maintain…