EDGECOMBE COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS
JOB DESCRIPTION
POSITION: Maintenance Mechanic I (Grounds)
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. High School Diploma or GED
2. 2 years of work-related experience, preferred
3. Eligible to obtain CDL licence
4. Eligible to obtain Pesticide license
5. Computer literate
6. Able to perform heavy work, exerting 100 pounds of force occasionally and 30 pounds of
force frequently or constantly, to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects
7. Able to work for extended period of time in uncontrolled environments and be exposed to
very hot or cold temperatures, high levels of noise and vibration, smoke, dust and other
hazards
REPORTS TO: Director of Maintenance
JOB GOAL:
Perform skilled duties in various trade area to effectively maintain school buildings, equipment, and grounds within the school system
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Receive oral and written orders and review to determine type of project and general
personnel skills to be used.
2. Plan project work schedules and place orders for necessary material and equipment to
perform project.
3. Understand and follow safe work practices at all times.
4. Recognize and use general-purpose hand tools.
5. Operate heavy equipment.
6. Operate lawn mowers, chain saws and other machinery to maintain and clean school
grounds
7. Perform basic electrical work such as replacing lights, ballasts, etc.
8. Perform such other duties as required by supervisor.
MONTHS OF EMPLOYMENT: 12 months
SALARY: Classified Salary Schedule
EVALUATION: Semi-Annually on the district evaluation instrument
DISCLAIMER
The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job.