What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laborer - 1.0 FTE - Maintenance Services position at Portland Public Schools Oregon?
Posting Timeline
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This job is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. Portland Public Schools reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.
Position Details
Portland Public Schools (PPS) is seeking talented people from diverse backgrounds and experiences to lead change and inspire PPS students. At PPS, every employee, despite having different roles, is an educator. We hope to attract talented educators who model the core PPS Educator Essentials. With the District’s focus on eliminating systemic racism and its adverse impact on student learning, we seek to hire individuals who bring to our district a deep commitment to racial equity and social justice. Non-Discrimination / Anti-Harassment Policy
POSITION SUMMARY
Executes all work assignments from Foreperson or Assistant Foreperson with the craftsmanship expected of skilled trade journeyperson and within the constraints of authorized expenditures and applicable district standards. Assures compliance with all applicable work rules and District policies. Complies with all federal, state, and local codes and regulations. Under general supervision, performs journey level work in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of labor related tasks.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assist skilled maintenance workers with projects (e.g. transporting and/or securing materials, completing specific tasks, etc.) for the purpose of completing projects in a safe, efficient manner.
- Maintain a safe working environment for fellow employees and students.
- Coordinate with skilled tradespeople and/or assigned supervisor(s) for the purpose of completing projects and work orders efficiently.
- Maintain assigned vehicle, tools and equipment for the purpose of ensuring availability in safe operating condition.
- Prepare written materials (e.g. repair status, activity logs, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and/or conveying information.
- Respond to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
- Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.
- Transport and move various pieces of equipment including: special education equipment, musical instruments, pianos, choir risers, tables & chairs, and hydraulic lifts.
- Perform asphalt repair of trip hazards on playgrounds and teacher parking areas.
- Clean out storm water drainage by hand or with trailer-mounted vactor-pump.
- Remove all glass, rocks, leaves and other parking lot and playground debris hazards utilizing sweeper vacuum truck.
- Empty sawdust hoppers around the district as needed
- Transport and distribute wood chips to school playgrounds.
- May provide hod services to masons.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
- Principles, practices and techniques involved in the construction, maintenance and repair of buildings, structures, offices and related facilities relating to the laborer trade.
- Federal, state and local laws, regulations and codes applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
- Safe work practices and safety equipment related to the work of the trade.
Ability to:
- Perform heavy physical labor including, but not limited to: lift items up to and sometimes exceeding 50 pounds, push a full wheelbarrow across a school campus, move an upright piano up a handicap ramp, use a shovel to provide access to underground utilities.
- Understand, interpret, explain and apply District policy and procedures governing assigned areas of responsibility.
- Exercise sound, expert judgment within general policy guidelines.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of District management, other governmental officials, contractors, vendors, employees and the public.
- Follow and give oral and written instructions
- Maintain cooperative working relationships
- Coordinate with site personnel and other trades for the purpose of completing projects safely and with minimal disruption of services
- Estimate time and material costs for the purpose of determining costs for specific jobs.
- Respond to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for a diverse population
- Use a computer to read and write emails and to enter time documentation
- Operate heavy equipment and aerial equipment including man lifts, scissor lifts, bucket trucks, boom trucks, front-end loader and dump truck.
Training and Experience:
- High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Any combination of relevant training from an apprentice program, technical or engineering training program or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
- Evidence of successful substantial work experience in this trade including recent experience. Must have 3 years of experience in the construction trade.
LICENSES; CERTIFICATES; SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
A valid state driver’s license with ability to acquire a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and any required specialty license related to assignment. Must be able to speak, understand and write English proficiently.
CLASSIFICATION AND SALARY
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Union Representation: Represented
SALARY: $28.38/ hour
WORK YEAR: 260 days
FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)
Benefits Information
Portland Public Schools (PPS) offers several competitive and comprehensive benefit packages to employees. Fringe benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription, life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, 403(b) retirement savings plan and various leave and professional development programs. Depending on the insurance option selected by the employee, there may be an employee contribution toward insurance.
Portland Public Schools is a public employer and participates in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS/OPSRP). Eligible employees are required by statute to contribute 6% of salary on a pre-tax basis to OPSRP/IAP, after serving six months under a PERS employer.
For more information about additional benefits or compensation options by employee group, please visit our website at: https://www.pps.net/Page/1635
