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San Benito CISD

Painter Helper (Pool)

San Benito, TX · On-site

$10.25 - $12.75/hr

Maintenance Personnel Days: 260 Dept./School: Maintenance Dept. Primary Purpose: The Painter's Helper, under the general direction of the Executive Director of Operations, and the immediate direction ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for school maintenance in the United States is $31.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.08 and $38.22 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a school maintenance?

A School Maintenance job involves keeping the school's buildings, grounds, and equipment in good condition. Responsibilities include repairing plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems, performing routine inspections, and ensuring safety standards are met. Maintenance workers may also handle landscaping, painting, and responding to urgent repair requests. Their role helps create a safe and functional environment for students and staff.

What are the typical daily responsibilities for a school maintenance?

School Maintenance workers are responsible for a variety of tasks that keep the school’s facilities and grounds in good condition. On a typical day, you might perform repairs on plumbing, lighting, or classroom equipment, conduct preventative maintenance, handle safety inspections, and assist with setting up for school events. You may also respond to urgent requests, such as fixing leaks or addressing heating or cooling issues. Working closely with custodians, teachers, and administrators is common to ensure the smooth operation of the school. This role often requires a proactive approach and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a school setting.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the school maintenance position, and why are they important?

To excel in School Maintenance, you need practical skills in facility repair, preventative maintenance, and basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand and power tools, work order management systems, and sometimes relevant certifications (such as HVAC or OSHA safety) is beneficial. Reliability, problem-solving ability, and good communication help you effectively prioritize tasks and collaborate with staff. These competencies are crucial for ensuring a safe, functional, and comfortable learning environment for students and school personnel.

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Infographic showing various School Maintenance job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,662 per year, or $31.6 per hour.

Maintenance - Sumrall High School

Lamar County School District

Purvis, MS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Maintenance/Maintenance General
Date Posted:
9/2/2026
Location:
Sumrall High School
Date Available:
09/14/2026
Closing Date:
09/09/2026
Job Title: Maintenance
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Receives Guidance From: Principal, District Administration
Overtime Status: Compliant with position, salary and FLSA regulations
Position Purpose
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Facilities, to maintain school buildings and building and grounds in orderly, neat, safe and operable condition.
Essential Job Functions
  • Performs tasks to keep school buildings and building and grounds in orderly, neat, and clean condition.
  • Performs tasks to maintain buildings and grounds in safe and operable condition, such as making minor repairs to property as requested, clearing snow and ice, and related tasks.
  • Inspects equipment and facilities, and recommends repair or replacement action to supervisor.
  • Regulates heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity.
  • Checks all building entrances/exits to ensure that they are working properly
  • Maintains motors and other mechanical equipment and ensures that such equipment receives scheduled servicing.
  • Obtains equipment, tools and materials required for completion of assigned work.
  • Maintains inventory of supplies, materials, equipment, and fuel, and places orders as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of maintenance tasks.
  • Inspects equipment and facilities, and recommends repair or replacement action to supervisor.
  • Prepares and maintains records to document work and repairs as requested.

Additional Duties
Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
Equipment
Uses hand tools of trade and related power equipment, including saws, drills, routers, planers, sanders, jointers, and stationary power equipment.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Knowledge of fundamental tools, materials, practices, maintenance, methods and procedures in the carpentry, plumbing, and electrical trades.
  • Knowledge of building code conformance standards for carpentry, plumbing, electricity, electrical installation, and repair.
  • Knowledge of occupational safety and health laws and regulations.
  • Ability to follow work order tickets from supervisor, and to coordinate work with others.
  • Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagrammatic form.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide all units of measure.
  • Ability to describe orally or in writing maintenance or repair problems as needed.
  • Ability to troubleshoot, problem solve and resolve electrical or electricity issues.
  • Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Safety Requirements
  • Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used.
  • Wears appropriate safety gear.

Travel Requirements
Frequent travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards
  • Ability to withstand heights and work in crawl spaces.
  • Typical risks associated with using tools of the trade.
  • Occasional strenuous physical work.
  • Occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, or snow.

Note: Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.
Qualifications Profile
Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
  • Successful experience in building and grounds maintenance, and repair.
  • Motor Vehicle Operator's license or ability to provide own transportation.

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