Mesa Public Schools

Overview

Mesa Public Schools is recognized as one of the Best Employers in Arizona and offers a full-time Maintenance Worker position responsible for performing specialized mechanical work, assisting in pest management, and ensuring the maintenance of school facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized mechanical work throughout the district to assist skilled tradesmen.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, cleaning, and repair of district sites.
• Service a variety of components, machinery, and related equipment.
• Perform asbestos removal as needed per maintenance supervisor according to AHERA protocol.
• Respond to pest intrusion issues and determine course of action according to established guidelines.
• Maintain grease traps and install and maintain time clocks and pumps for kitchen grease traps.
• Repair, design, or replace restroom partitions district-wide.
• Assist in the training of assigned personnel on procedures and proper use of equipment.
• Ensure adequate availability and supply of materials to complete assignments safely and timely.
• Keep service vehicle clean, orderly, and properly stocked with parts and supplies.
• Process work orders and related paperwork accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in keeping the shop clean.
• Assist other personnel as required to support them in completing their work activities.

Requirements

• High School education or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Must obtain AHERA Asbestos Worker certification during probationary period.
• Three years’ experience in the maintenance related field.

Benefits

• PTO
• Health Insurance
• Retirement matched through the Arizona State Retirement System

Additional Information

• Primarily on school grounds (indoors and outdoors).
• Usually full-time during regular school hours; may require evening or weekend shifts for special events or emergency repairs.
• Can involve climbing ladders, working on rooftops, or in tight or elevated spaces.
• Exposure to dust, cleaning chemicals, noise from equipment, and varying weather conditions.
• Walking and standing for long periods.
• Lifting or moving heavy objects often 50 lbs. or more.