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School/Department: CUSTODIAL/GROUNDS SERVICES
City & Zip: OAKLAND PARK, FL, US, 33309
Requisition #: 14181
Posting Closing Date: 10/07/20274
School Year: 2024-2025
ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIESThe Utility Serviceperson (Fencing, Fire Extinguisher and School Equipment, Flooring and/or Electromechanical Equipment) - District shall carry out the performance responsibilities listed below:
- Erect and repair fences/gates and perform general maintenance repairs; lay out fence lines, dig holes, set posts, mix concrete, attach rails or tension wires, stretch wires, and assemble gates.
- Requisition and/or special order materials necessary for proper completion of fencing and playground projects.
- Interpret blueprints, sketches, written instructions, etc. to determine location and exact placement of fences and playground equipment.
- Prepare sites for installation by performing tasks such as digging holes, shoveling dirt, raking and removing debris.
- Mix and prepare concrete, place fence posts/playground equipment properly in ground cavities, pour and level concrete and otherwise secure fencing/playground equipment for safe utilization.
- Stretch and secure fencing.
- Fabricate and install gating.
- Assemble playground equipment.
- Remove and properly discard obsolete and defective equipment and materials.
- Service fire extinguishers and perform related duties, such as:
- Inspect, install, replace and record data concerning all fire extinguishers required in designated locations in accordance with established schedules and regulations.
- Prepare and place fire extinguisher signs in accordance with all governmental and school board regulations.
- Reupholster furniture with vinyl materials.
- Install, repair and/or replace school equipment, such as 'sneeze guards' on cafeteria lines, restroom dispensing machines, gym seating, tables, chairs, etc.
- Repair venetian blinds and hang, restring and repair draperies and curtains.
- Service, inspect, and report on the equipment involved in the power trains electro mechanical equipment:
- Inspect, tighten, and/or replace belts on air handlers, fans, etc.
- Inspect and add appropriate oil or grease to bearings on motors, shafts, gearboxes on air handlers, fans, etc.
- Inspect electrical systems and connections.
- Report items which require the attention of journeypersons.
- Use chemicals and power equipment to clean air conditioning coils and air handling equipment.
- Service flooring systems by installing, repairing, and altering carpet, tile, and other related floor materials:
- Review the work orders and job sites to determine proper materials, tools, and procedures required for completion of floor covering projects.
- Requisition and/or special order carpeting, tile, glue, risers, stair treads, cove bases and other materials.
- Lay out, measure and cut carpeting.
- Cut and shape tile.
- Load and transport materials to job sites, as necessary.
- Cut, scrape, pull and otherwise remove defective floor coverings and dispose of all materials in a proper manner; may level present flooring.
- Utilize various tools, such as power stretchers, knee kickers, knives, electric drills, heat guns, blowers, electric glue guns, etc., to lay, align and glue coverings to floors.
- Install and secure cove bases, stair treads, and risers or other trim and seam coverings.
- Leave work sites in a clean and orderly condition after completion of projects.
- Operate School Board-owned vehicle in a safe manner and assume responsibility for all supplies and equipment on the vehicle.
- Complete all projects in a competent workmanlike manner and ensure proper recording of time and materials.
- Perform all duties which require extensive physical effort such as climbing, lifting over 60 pounds, pulling, etc.
To install, erect, assemble, repair, maintain, service, and remove materials involved with general maintenance projects, including the use of small power and hand tools.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE- Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program.
- Three (3) years recent experience in erecting and repairing fences; or installing and repairing carpets; or making repairs to power trains and supply systems of electro mechanical equipment.
- Ability to read blueprints, technical data and sketches; prepare estimates of materials from such information.
- Ability to assume responsibility and instruct others.
- Must provide own hand tools.
- Must have a valid Florida driver's license and, if essential to perform certain duties of the position, a proper Florida Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License with endorsement is required.
- Computer skills as required for the position.
- This position will include pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
- Broward County Certificate of Competency in Fence Erection Category - Class 'F', Floor Covering Category - Class 'FL', or Mechanical Maintenance Technician preferred; or a Florida license to inspect and certify fire extinguishers preferred.
- Bilingual skills.
To review this position's complete job description, access the following website: Job Description and search by Job Code. The Job Code for this position is: NN-054
LOCATION PREFERENCES/ADDITIONAL INFOSalary Range: $24.35 - $30.01
NOTE: New Hires will be hired at the Minimum of the assigned Salary Range
Please Note:All candidates offered a position at the School Board of Broward County are subject to a national pre-employment background check. Employment is contingent upon the completion and review of a successful background check.
All Applications are Subject to Florida Public Records Law.
Nearest Major Market: Fort Lauderdale
Nearest Secondary Market: Miami