Skilled Maintenance Tier 2
Blue Springs School District
2026-2027
Position Summary:
The job of Skilled Maintenance Tier 2 with a focus on construction, is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for providing general maintenance services; ensuring completion of assigned work order projects; performing a wide variety of general maintenance activities and assisting other maintenance workers; and ensuring that tools and materials are available at job site.
- This job reports to the Director of Buildings and Grounds and Classified Supervisor, Maintenance
- This position is a Full Time (260 day, 8 hours per day agreement), Benefits Eligible position.
- Compensation will be commensurate with Full-Time, parallel years of experience.
- The compensation range for this position is $51,790 ($24.90 per hour) - $71,446 ($34.35 per hour).
Essential Functions:
- Follow proper safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) as necessary for the purpose of ensuring a safe work environment.
- Identify and report hazardous conditions.
- Maintain a professional and customer-service–oriented attitude.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, structures, and equipment.
- Inspect facilities regularly to identify repair and maintenance needs and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals as necessary.
- Respond promptly to work orders, service requests, and emergency maintenance issues.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards, building codes, and company policies.
- Prepare and finish surfaces by repairing, priming, and applying coatings while ensuring proper protection of surrounding areas and maintaining tools and equipment for high-quality painting results.
- Perform drywall installation, repair, finishing, and surface preparation to ensure smooth, durable, and visually consistent walls and ceilings.
- Perform basic carpentry tasks, including framing, trim, and cabinetry work, along with installing or modifying structures and fixtures to support construction and repair needs.
- Coordinates with outside contractors and/or other trades for the purpose of ensuring the completion of projects and work orders in a timely manner and according to specifications.
- Fabricates equipment parts for the purpose of meeting specialty needs and/or replacing unavailable parts.
- Informs supervisor, Director of B & G or Administrative personnel regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action, and/or complying with building and safety regulations.
- Maintains vehicle, tools, and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
- Prepares written materials (e.g., job completion status, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information including labor and material cost through automated work order system.
- Repairs and maintains equipment and systems for the purpose of ensuring a safe working condition.
- Communicate well with team members and fellow staff members.
- Participate in the moving of materials, supplies, furniture, etc. throughout district properties.
- Assist with snow removal to ensure access and safety on district property.
Other Functions:
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
Skills are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: performing skilled maintenance involving the carpentry, plumbing and electrical trades; using hand and power tools skillfully and safely; operating a variety of equipment and machinery such as various saws, planes, drill presses, sanders, jack hammers, drills, sandblasters and forklifts; operating motor vehicles as necessary; using office equipment and programs; and using smart cell phone applications.
Knowledge is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: methods, practices, equipment and tools used in various trades including carpentry, electrical and plumbing; health and safety regulations; proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies; and requirements of maintaining school buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
Ability is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others; work with data utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a wide diversity of individuals; work with a variety of data; and utilize a wide variety of types of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate to significant. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include understanding and following oral and written directions; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with others; analyzing situations accurately and adopting an effective course of action; and maintaining routine records.
Responsibility:
Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized routines; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of some resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.
Work Environment:
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent climbing and balancing, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Must be able to walk and stand for long periods of time. Working in confined spaces is sometimes required. Generally, the job requires 20% sitting, 40% walking, and 40% standing. The job is performed under extreme temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness. This position is primarily outdoors. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned.
Experience: Construction experience required.
Education: High school degree or equivalent is required.
Equivalency: None
Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Required Testing
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Post Offer Employment Test (POET)
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Certificates and Licenses
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None
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Continuing Education/Training
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Clearances
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Criminal Background Check/Family Care Safety Registry
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FLSA Status
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Non-Exempt
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Salary Grade
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24
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07/01/2026