The Akron Board of Education announces a vacancy for Maintenance Helper in the Facilities Services Department:

MAINTENANCE HELPER * *JobID: 4106

Position Type: FACILITIES SERVICES

Location: Akron Public Schools

*Posting Opens July 3, 2024 Posting Closes July 13, 2024 * The Akron Board of Education announces a vacancy for Maintenance Helper in the Facilities Services Department, Job Code 325, TS 522 (260 Days), Starting Salary TBD, Collective Bargaining Unit -- MOT. This is a School Employees Retirement System position.

Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/{rel="nofollow"}.

Please upload a letter of interest, resume and a current copy of appropriate license in addition to completing the online application. The Superintendent reserves the right to either keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with such changes as may be deemed appropriate. For further information, please contact Steven Keenan, Director, Facilities Services Department, 330-761-1379 or the Department of Human Capital,330-761-2753.

QUALIFICATIONS: Required: Graduation from an accredited high school or GED; Possess a valid State of Ohio Driver's License with less than 6 points; A minimum of two (2) years' experience in building maintenance and/or repair; A minimum of one (1) year experience in the installation of drywall/finishing and painting.

Desired: Skill in the use of the tools, machinery, and equipment of the trade; Knowledge of the standard practices and safety precautions of the painting trade.

POSITION DESCRIPTION: Reports to the Foreman in the department which he/she is assigned; Performs a variety of tasks and may assist skilled tradesmen in one of several areas (i.e.Audio-Visual, Painting, Carpentry, Hardware Repair, Plumbing and Electrical); Ensures the safety of students; Establishes and maintains cooperative professional relationships; Has the ability to learn the proper use and care of building maintenance tools and equipment; Interacts in a positive manner with staff, students, parents, and other departments, school personnel and public in an official capacity when required; Has the ability to learn, interpret and work from sketches and penciled layouts; Maintains accurate and complete records as required; Maintains respect at all times for confidential information; Assists w