Senior Maintenance Repairer (NBOE)

Qualifications And Requirements

• Graduation from High School or Vocational School or possession of an approved High School Equivalent Certificate.
• One (1) year of experience in maintenance work involving a variety of tasks.
• Driver's license valid in New Jersey may be required if the operation of a vehicle is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.
• May be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

Basic Functions And Responsibilities

• Erects simple forms, mixes cement and aggregates, pours, and does the finishing work involved in concrete structures.
• Patches and repairs brick and concrete structures.
• Repairs damaged plastered walls and ceilings.
• Installs and repairs locks and fixtures, spackles and paints interior and exterior metal, wood, and masonry surfaces.
• Repairs and constructs simple wooden structures.
• Repairs plumbing stoppages and leaks in copper, iron, and other pipe.
• Replaces washers and gaskets, and makes general service repairs.
• Does general sheet metal work involved in repairing roofs, drain boards, and rainspouts.
• Changes lubricants, refuels, and does light maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Cleans tools and equipment.
• Works from instructions or work orders.
• Inspects completed work and may take the lead over a small maintenance unit.
• Keeps essential records and files.
• Learns to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.

Knowledge And Abilities

• Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods, and practices and of occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in performing general maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to understand, remember, and carry out verbal and written directions.
• Ability to take precautions in performing the work.
• Ability to obtain, store, safeguard, distribute, and properly use equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Ability to maintain essential records and files.
• Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and computerized information systems used by the agency, office, or related units.
• Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
• Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as long as they can perform the essential functions of the job after reasonable accommodation is made for their known limitations.

Salary, Employment Period, and Union Affiliation

Salary Range: $52,983 - $55,076*

Employment Period: Twelve (12) months

Union Affiliation: Local 617

Pending contract negotiations

How To Apply

The Newark Board of Education only accepts electronic applications.

Opening and Closing Date

Opening Date: February 19, 2025

Closing Date: February 28, 2025 or until filled