DEFINITION

Under direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, perform a variety of semi-skilled maintenance, construction and repair work; assist skilled trades and crafts workers as assigned; operate delivery vehicles to deliver variety of educational supplies, equipment, furniture, mail and other supplies to various locations throughout the district; receive, fill and file requisitions for school supplies.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Craftsworker I is the entry level classification in the Craftsworker series; and incumbents perform general maintenance and semi-skilled duties in several trades areas.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

1. Perform semi-skilled trades tasks in the maintenance, repair and construction of district equipment and facilities.
2. Make routine and emergency repairs and adjustments to school buildings and facilities.
3. Assist in remodeling or building storage and work. areas.
4. Install doors, framework, drywalls and siding.
5. Repair and overhaul sprinkler systems.
6. Repair doors and windows and make simple installation of hardware.
7. Straighten and repair lockers.
8. Repair desks, chairs and other furniture and equipment.
9. Remove and replace faucets and fixtures and replace washers and gaskets.

10. Perform routine plumbing duties, including the installation and repair of piping, various fittings and valves.

11. Clear clogged lines.

12. Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.

13. Build forms and mix, pour and finish concrete.

14. Install and repair fencing and blacktop.

15.  Replace parts, lubricate and inspect motors, pumps, heaters and other equipment.

16. Perform general vehicle maintenance.

17. Repair roofs and check drainage.

18. Maintain records related to work performed.

19. Assist in the repair and maintenance of heating, refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.

20. Repair and maintain small engines, power equipment and tools.

21. Trim and top trees.

22.  Load and deliver a wide variety of supplies and equipment including furniture, mail, instructional materials, publications and food supplies to various locations in the district.

23. Pick up United States mail at the Post Office and distribute to school sites; take out-going mail to the Post Office according to prearranged schedules.

24. Receive, fill and distribute supply orders from school sites.

25.  Receive and store supplies and materials from vendors in accordance with established warehouse procedures.

26.  Operate district delivery vehicles, forklift and electric aisle^-stacker.

27.  Observe established health and safety procedures and defensive driving practices.

28.  Maintain routine records related to work performed. Communicate with district personnel regarding supply orders and schedules.

29.  Assure proper operation of delivery vehicles and warehouse equipment.

30. Assist as needed in general warehouse duties.

31. Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

Safety procedures and practices used in maintenance work. Common building maintenance activities, tools, materials and methods related to glazing, roofing, masonry, carpentry, painting, heating and air conditioning repair, electrical service

      and plumbing.

Mechanical principles related to motors.

Basic record keeping methods.

Operation of a variety of hand and power tools used in the construction and mechanical trades.

Delivery and receipt procedures.

California motor vehicle laws related to truck driving. Operation of medium and heavy duty trucks, forklift and other warehouse equipment.

Health and safety procedures and defensive driving techniques. Proper methods of lifting, loading and storing heavy materials and supplies.

General warehouse organization and operations.

Ability to:

Perform semi^-skilled maintenance and repair work not requiring full journey level experience.

Operate hand and power tools and shop equipment properly and safely.

Demonstrate mechanical aptitude and ability.

Assist skilled trades and craftsworkers and participate in work crews as assigned.

Perform simple repairs independently.

Complete work on schedule.

Maintain records related to work performed.

Perform heavy physical labor.

Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Deliver and distribute school supplies, mail, furniture, publications and other materials to various district locations.

Travel a prearranged route and make special deliveries as needed.

Lift and load objects weighing up to 100 pounds.

Receive, fill and distribute supply orders to school sites.

Operate a power driven fork lift and other warehouse equipment.

Drive medium and heavy trucks safely and defensively.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Work independently with minimal supervision.

Training and Experience:

Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of general experience in building maintenance or construction work and one year of warehousing, store keeping or delivery experience.

Licenses:

Possession of valid Class III California Driver's License and the ability to meet and maintain qualification for district vehicle coverage.

Working Conditions:

Indoor and outdoor environment; subject to adverse weather conditions, heavy lifting, climbing, noise and fumes from equipment operation and driving from site to site; delivery and warehouse environment; traffic hazards.

Board Adopted February 21, 1995