Substitute Maintenance (2026-27 School Year) at Panama-Buena Vista Union School District in Bakersfield, CA

Job description

Summary Under the direct supervision of Manager of Maintenance and general supervision of Director of Maintenance and Operations to perform a variety of skilled construction and repair duties in the maintenance of district buildings and properties. The duties and responsibilities to be performed include, but are not limited to, maintaining and repairing heating, ventilating, and air conditioning units, sheet metal, plumbing, electrical, rough and finish carpentry, welding, roofing and painting. Must be able to drive a light truck while performing assigned responsibilities as well as maintain a harmonious atmosphere among District staff. Other duties as assigned. Essential Duties and Responsibilities (may include, but not limited to the following) 1. Inspect district roofs; clean gutters and down spouts to clear debris from roof tops; patch or replace worn and broken gutters, down spouts, drain caps and roof leaks and potential roof leaks throughout district; repair fan screens on roofs; repair or replace damaged or worn roof vent caps. 2. Minor painting interior and exterior of schools, offices and school related facilities; use water blaster to remove small amounts of graffiti; paint parking strips and playground areas of all schools with paint striper. 3. Minor repair, replacement and installation of indoor and outdoor lighting circuits, branch or feeder circuits and other service equipment; 4. Perform various duties in a minor capacity such as repairing, replacing or installing various electrical and mechanical equipment such as school intercoms and public address systems, fire alarm systems, athletic score keeping equipment, classroom clocks, cable television service wiring and other audio-visual equipment. 5. Replace or install time clocks for heating, ventilation, air conditioning, lighting and irrigation systems. 6. Interpret blueprints to locate and extend circuits and wires. 7. Use trencher to dig trenches for underground wiring and pipelines. 8. Notify supervisor of major construction, repair or maintenance related problems 9. Assist in semiskilled carpentry, painting, locksmithing, electrical services, electronics or HVAC Maintenance related duties as required. 11. Install, repair and maintain plumbing systems including pipes, faucets, toilets, and other fixtures. 12. Remove and replace windows; install and replace tile; perform routine carpentry work as required in minor projects only. 13. Repair a variety of school equipment including desks, chairs, lockers and office equipment. 14. Reports safety, sanitary, and/or fire hazards to appropriate authority. 15. Drive a light truck while performing construction and maintenance as required. 16. Maintain all tools and equipment; clean, grease and adjust equipment as needed. 17. Incorporated within one or more of the previously mentioned essential functions of this job description are the following essential physical requirements. Qualifications Knowledge and Skills 1. Knowledge of: Methods, techniques and tools used in repairing roofs and roof related problems; Methods, techniques and tools used in painting. Methods, techniques and tools used in installation and maintenance of electrical circuits, wiring and systems. Methods, techniques and tools used in HVAC maintenance; Uses and purposes of general maintenance tools and equipment; Safe work practices. 2. Ability to: Perform skilled maintenance, construction and repair work in the area of work assigned; Use and operate hand tools, mechanical equipment, and power tools and equipment; Read and interpret basic maps and blueprints; Operate a variety of vehicular and stationary mechanical equipment; Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; successfully meet physical requirements of the job and pass an approved pre-placement medical assessment. 3. Experience: Previous experience performing duties similar to those lis