• Plant Maintenance Mechanic II

    Davenport Community Schools (Davenport, IA)


    Plant Maintenance Mechanic II JobID: 12242

     

    + Position Type:

     

    Maintenance

     

    + Date Posted:

     

    12/9/2025

     

    + Location:

     

    Operations Center

     

    + Closing Date:

     

    Open Until Filled

     

    Operations School or DepartmentPlant Maintenance Mechanic II Assignment Open12/9/2025 Date

     

    7:00 amStart Time3:30 pmEnd Time8Number of Hours/DayClass VIIClassification

     

    1/5/2026New Assignment Date

     

    INTERNAL BIDDER: must complete an internal application on the district website by 12/16/25 @ 4:00 pmEXTERNAL APPLICANTS(will hire externally if there are no internal bidders): applications will be accepted until position is filled

     

    Duties & Responsibilities: (Essential Functions of Position, Major Responsibilities, Summary of Key Duties, Special Assignments, Relationships)

     

    + $29.17 per hour

    + Responds to work order requests, make repairs, changes etc. with minimal supervision.

    + Responds to all HVAC and Plumbing calls.

    + Make recommendations to the Supervisor when work to be done suggests use of an outside contractor.

    + Ability to oversee the work performed by outside contractors from time to time as directed by the Supervisor.

    + Assists in the maintenance and upkeep of HVAC equipment including Chillers, GeoThermal systems, Heat pumps, boilers, RTU’s etc.

    + Must have a strong HVAC background and understand heating and cooling system strategies.

    + Must be able to ready HVAC electrical schematics and make repairs to such equipment.

    + Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and troubleshoot a variety of electrical equipment.

    + Operates plow trucks, tractors, mowers and other field maintenance equipment when needed.

    + Examines District owned HVAC equipment and performs preventative maintenance as directed.

    + Knowledge of plumbing systems and repairs.

    + Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

    Physical Requirements of Position:

    + Must be able to lift 70lbs.

    + Able to walk up and down stairs and work from step ladders , extension ladders, scaffold and lifts.

    + Ability to work in a variety of environments including heights, outdoors in adverse weather and in confined spaces.

    + Ability to climb, balance, stoop or kneel frequently.

     

    Special Qualification Desired: (Personal Qualities, Education, Skills Needed, Experience, Etc.)

     

    + High school graduate.

    + Experience in commercial and industrial maintenance of HVAC and electrical equipment.

    + Demonstrate a commitment to multicultural nonsexist policies and practices.

    + Excellent communication abilities with supervisors and fellow District employees.

    + Proven ability to be a positive force in a competitive work environment.

    + Able to follow oral and written instructions.

    + Excellent driving record and valid driver's license required.

    + Criminal record verification required.

    + Work shifts may vary based upon the needs of the District.

    + This job description is a general outline only of the duties and responsibilities and is not intended to be all-inclusive. Additions and or deletions may be made at any time by the Maintenance Supervisor.

     

    The Davenport Community School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.