Operator Building III

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: OPERATOR BUILDING III PAY GRADE: AUX6

JOB CODE: FLSA STATUS: NON-EXEMPT DATE REVISED: 05/16/2024 HC

DUTY DAYS: 260 LEGACY JOB CODE: 2190

FUNDING SOURCE: THIS POSITION IS LOCALLY FUNDED.

AUSTIN ISD EQUITY STATEMENT:

Austin ISD is committed to developing shared definitions and expectations of equity across our District that are consistent
with our Board priorities. The definition of equity from the National Equity Project will guide our transformational work.

o Educational equity means that each child receives what they need to develop to their full academic and social
potential. Working Towards Educational Equity:

o Ensuring equally high outcomes for all participants in our educational system; removing the predictability of success
or failures that currently correlates with any social or cultural factor:

o Interrupting [Disrupting] inequitable practices, examining biases, and creating inclusive multicultural school
environments for adults and children; and

o Discovering and cultivating the unique gifts, talents, and interests that every human possesses.
https://nationalequityproject.org/

• Austin ISD Board President, February 2019
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The ability to read and understand instructions for maintenance, safety, District Board policies and Austin ISD procedures is
required. Three (3) years of related experience in building maintenance is preferred. Incumbent must have a valid Texas
Operators Driver’s License in possession at all times while operating Austin ISD vehicles. Education requirements are not
specified. Incumbent may be required to work hours in addition to their normal 8-hour duty day. Incumbent may also be
required to carry a pager and work on an “on call” basis. On call time will not require working on premises, but simply being
available on short notice if the need arises.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

This position requires knowledge in all aspects of building maintenance, and the ability to foresee danger signals in
equipment. Incumbent must be able to follow oral and written instructions. Incumbent must be able to follow oral and
written instructions as well as read, write, and speak/communicate in English in order to receive and to provide work-
related information in a timely manner to other employees, supervisors, principals, school personnel, volunteers and where
appropriate, visitors and students. This position requires the ability to work independently requiring little or no instructions
to satisfactorily perform duties.

JOB PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

This position performs minor building maintenance in a specific building or set of buildings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Assist maintenance crews working in buildings with foreman’s approval, routine workload permitting.

• In the event of Building Operator Crew Leader absence, employee will act as “team lead”.
  

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• Perform preventive maintenance program for comfort control to include:
• Starts, stops, and checks heating and/or air conditioning equipment.
• Filter replacement and coil cleaning.
  

• Install room numbers, name plates, etc.
  

• Perform routine inspections of the filters, pumps, boiler, and other equipment related to comfort control.

• Perform routine maintenance of the building such as:

• Gas installation, adjustment of door closes.
• Tightening screws, bolts, lockers, changes faucet washers, unstopping commodes, sinks, and

• Replace lighting switch, electrical receptacles and other outlet cover plates.
• Reset electrical panel breakers.
• Ceiling tile and ballast replacement.
• Assist maintenance personnel in the building.
  

• Load and unload delivery truck as needed. Unpack item and inspect shipments for damage and defects. Address

• Instruct assigned personnel on proper and safe use of equipment and storage of materials. Inspect warehouse facilities,

• Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools,

• Initiate and maintain proper and necessary safety and fire prevention equipment within the building as prescribed by

• Correct unsafe conditions in work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to

• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

• Provide an exceptional customer experience for all AISD stakeholders with intentional and professional practices that

OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED:

Perform other related duties as assigned; however, all employees are expected to comply with lawful directives in rare
situations driven by need where a team effort is required.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform
the essential functions of this job. This position may involve rare exposure to blood or body fluids. Regular attendance is
required for this position.

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including computer and peripherals; forklift or hydraulic lifting
equipment; hand truck, dolly, and pallet jack; small hand tools; light truck or van

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Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions; frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; frequent walking, climbing ladders and
scaffolding; grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension, and overhead reaching; frequent driving

Lifting: Heavy lifting and carrying (45 pounds and over) on a daily basis

Environment: Work outside and inside, on slippery or uneven walking surfaces; frequent exposure to extreme hot and cold
temperatures, dust, toxic chemicals and fumes, noise, vibration, and electrical hazards; work around gas lines; work around
machinery with moving parts; may work in tight or enclosed spaces; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours;
occasional prolonged hours; frequent districtwide travel

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

PERSONAL WORK RELATIONSHIPS:

This position reports directly to the appropriate supervisor of the department. Work will be performed under limited
supervision. Incumbent will provide guidance and consultation to the Region Supervisor and the Director and Executive
Director of Facilities Maintenance.

The Austin Independent School District, as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer, does not discriminate on the basis of
race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, or gender
expression or any other basis protected by law in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment decisions.