MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Salary Grade 26

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1 May 1991 (AV Technician) Revised: April 20, 2004 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Salary Grade 26 DEFINITION Under the direction of Director of Operations and Maintenance, performs skilled duties at the journey-level in audio-visual and maintenance. Performs both skilled and semi-skilled maintenance or mechanical duties in the alteration and/or repair of facilities or equipment; and does related work as required. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing all aspects of work in audio-visual repair as well as maintenance repairs. Work is often required to be performed independently, although some activities may be performed in crews. The Maintenance Technician operates at the journeyman level in one or more of the building trades requiring precision tools; is able to perform a variety of skilled or semi-skilled tasks in all areas of school maintenance; and performs responsibilities effectively with minimum supervision. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Installs, maintains, and makes general repairs to electrical and plumbing systems, painted and glazed surfaces, cabinets, furniture, and hardware Uses brushes, roller, and paint spraying equipment Prepares surfaces for finishing Glazes windows, repairs and replaces pipes, valves, and fittings Cleans out drains and obstructions in water and sewer systems Constructs or alters articles and structures made of wood such as cabinets, furniture, and fixtures Repairs and lays floor tiles Installs and makes minor carpet repairs Repairs and installs hardware, such as door closures and stops Uses and maintains related hand and power tools Operates truck transferring equipment (fork lift) Installs doors, walls, ramps and stairs; repairs fencing Installs playground equipment Moves and assembles furniture as necessary Repairs fences and gates May change filters in heating and air conditioning systems Operates district vehicles

2 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Page 2 of 5 Plans, installs, services, trouble-shoots, repairs and maintains all types of electronic and audio-visual equipment such as: projectors, television sets, cameras, radios, radiophonographs, tape recorders, stereos, compact disk players, intercom systems, VCRs, intrusion alarm systems, fire alarm systems, public address systems, vacuum cleaners, and other devices that require technical electronic skills. Installs new circuits Troubleshoots short-circuits and other electrical problems Performs electrical and lock repair Requisitions materials as needed, and assists in estimating materials, equipment and work force needed for particular projects Reads blueprints, specifications and schematic drawings for maintenance projects assigned Assembles tools, equipment and materials required for jobs. Maintains accurate records and prepares and submits reports accordingly Maintains computer record of all locks and keys Develops and maintains adequate safety standards for self and staff Repairs parking lot lights, interior lights, as well as outside safety lights Installs and maintains emergency lighting Changes filters in heading and air conditioning systems May direct and coordinate the activities of other district personnel assigned to larger maintenance projects Install and maintain locks Performs maintenance and other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS GUIDE Knowledge of: Basic methods, materials, tools, equipment and techniques used in general maintenance and repair work General safety procedures and practices Basic terminology, vocabulary and craft skills used in plant maintenance and operations Methods of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition Basic arithmetic Routine maintenance activities in glazing, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting or mechanical repairs Applicable codes, regulations and safety orders Materials, tools and methods used in the repair and maintenance of typical projects to which assigned Safety procedures and practices relating to equipment and repair

3 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Page 3 of 5 Laws affecting the maintenance and repair of equipment Thorough understanding and applications at the journey-level of methods, materials and equipment used in audio-visual repair Maintenance activities in other than the field of journey-level specialization, such as carpentry, electrical or mechanical repairs and the like. Ability to : Use of precision tools, including oxyacetylene and electrical welder Plan, develop and implement a program of preventive maintenance Work effectively with minimum supervision Work independently on maintenance and repair assignments Maintain high standards of maintenance work Analyze and diagnose maintenance problems and develop a systematic plan for solution Read/Interpret and work from sketches, blueprints, and drawings Use a variety of hand and power tools an power equipment Handle a variety of work orders and complete work on schedule Diagnose defects in electronic/mechanical audio-visual equipment Track circuits from blue prints Operate a computer terminal and/or micro-computer and related software Safely operate a variety of vehicles and equipment used in maintenance of equipment assigned Work from plans, specifications and schematic drawings and charts Coordinate the work of assistants that may be temporarily assigned Maintain careful records and prepare accurate reports Estimate time and materials needed on a variety of projects Estimate the scope of each work assignment and secure necessary tools, equipment and materials to complete the assignment Receive repair requests and translate them into practical and completed form Handle a variety of work orders and complete work on schedule Understand, carry out and give oral and written instructions Maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Training and Experience: Certificate and/or Trade Licenses preferred. Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade One year of journey-level experience in electronic, electric, or mechanical systems repair; preferably including successful work experience in two or more other trades; or any

4 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Page 4 of 5 combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities. In depth knowledge of lock and key systems License Possession of a valid California Driver's license and the ability to qualify for district vehicle insurance coverage. Physical Ability to pass required district physical. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines Able to conduct verbal conversation Able to hear normal range verbal conversation (approximately 60 decibels) Able to sit, stand, stoop, kneel, bend and walk Able to climb slopes, stairs, steps, ramps and ladders Able to lift up to 50 pounds Able to carry up to 50 pounds Able to push and/or pull a variety of tools and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds Able to work at various elevated heights on ladders, scaffolding rigging and roofs in a safe and effective manner Able to operate a variety of powered industrial vehicles, equipment, and tools associated with building repair, maintenance, preventative maintenance and construction in a safe and effective manner Able to operate a variety of maintenance motor vehicles n a safe and effective manner Able to sustain strenuous manual labor for 8 hours Able to exhibit full range of motion for: shoulder external rotation and internal rotation shoulder abduction and adduction elbow flexion and extension shoulder extension and flexion back lateral flexion hip flexion and extension knee flexion Able to work at various elevated heights in a safe and effective manner

5 MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN Page 5 of 5 Able to work with chemical agents in a safe and effective manner without allergic reaction Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to perform fine maintenance procedures and operate both manual and power hand tools in a safe and effective manner Able to demonstrate manual dexterity necessary to operate calculator, typewriter, and/or computer keyboard at the required speed and accuracy While the ideal candidate will possess all these abilities, duties assigned can be modified to accommodate some physical restrictions.