BASIC FUNCTION:  Perform skilled maintenance, repair and construction of District buildings and equipment in one or more craft or trade; lead other Maintenance Workers and Technicians as necessary; work independently in trades such as electircal, plumbing, steam fitter, electrical motor repari, welding and engine repair. This position will have a heavy emphasis in electricity. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

  The Lead Maintenance Technician class performs advanced skilled crafts work in one or more specialties such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, steam fitter, electrical motor repair, welding, engine rebuilding and may lead other Maintenance Workers and Technicians. 

     KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Perform a variety of skilled work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment; prioritize, schedule, assign and coordinate the work of assigned staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.
• Perform various refrigeration, plumbing and heating-related duties; cut, thread, assemble and lay pipe; assist in the purchase, installation, repair and maintenance of various plumbing, heating and air conditioning fixtures; perform welding and metal fabrication; diagnose and repair electronic ignition systems for heaters, furnaces and hot water heaters.
• Assist supervisor in scheduling work and determining needs for equipment and supplies.
• Report to supervisors regarding work completed referring unusual technical issues to the supervisor.
• Assist in the purchase, installation, maintenance and repair of electrical wiring and fixtures; perform trouble-shooting to repair or replace fans and motors; perform repairs to motors, bells, clocks and lighting circuits and to communication and audio-visual equipment.
• Estimate cost of labor and materials for work orders; obtain competitive prices for equipment and supplies needed by the District.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment; test and replace circuits; coordinate emergency repairs and large complex projects; troubleshoot and correct defective switches, receptacles, ballasts and other wiring; perform routine mechanical and electrical maintenance.
• Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws, drill presses and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work; maintain tools and equipment in a safe, clean and proper working condition.
• Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, State and local codes, regulations and requirements.
• Maintain various records related to labor, materials and work orders.
• Purchase tools, equipment and materials; operate light trucks to pick up and deliver equipment and supplies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

       ABILITY TO:

• Perform a wide variety of skilled journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of District facilities and equipment.
• Prioritize, schedule, assign and review work.
• Train and provide work direction to assigned personnel in the performance of a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.
• Interpret, explain and apply codes, rules and regulations involved in assigned maintenance activities.
• Effectively and safely operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment.
• Interpret blueprints, shop drawings, sketches and work orders to others.
• Maintain grounds to include mowing and lawn care.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Estimate labor and materials costs.
• Make arithmetic calculations quickly and accurately.
• Work independently with little direction.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Maintain routine records.
• Observe legal and defensive driving practices.
• Operate a District vehicle and perform heavy physical labor.
• Lift heavy objects.

 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  Any combination equivalent to:  high school diploma, G.E.D. Certificate or demonstrated progress toward obtaining a G.E.D. as required by Kentucky law and 3-4 years journeyman electrician experience. Master Electrician preferred.  

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:  Valid Kentucky driver's license, ability to pass physical, TB risk assessment, criminal background check, CAN Check & drug screen. 8 hrs per day, 12 month employee (240 paid days per year - working 232 paid days + 8 paid holidays + 20 noncontracted/nonpaid days off). Paygrade 28. Pay range depends on years of verified service.