Job Description

JobID: 53260

Position Type:

Custodial/Maintenance/Substitute Maintenance

Date Posted:

9/23/2025

Location:

WVSDB - Maintenance & Security

Date Available:

11/17/2025

Closing Date:

10/06/2025

County:

West Virginia Schools for the Deaf & Blind

TITLE OF VACANCY:

Substitute General Maintenance/Painter

POSITION TYPE:

Service

ADMINISTRATIVE UNIT:

The West Virginia Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (WVSDB)

LOCATION:

Romney, West Virginia



On an on call, as needed basis and under immediate supervision - perform varied manual semi-skilled and skilled tasks in respective areas of responsibilities of the building, electrical, and mechanical trades in the construction, maintenance, and repair of school buildings and equipment. Responsible for various masonry tasks as assigned by immediate supervisor. Position may be utilized for general maintenance projects or emergency situations as required to meet department needs.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Will adhere to WVBE Policy 5902 - "Employee Code of Conduct" and the applicable WVSDB personnel policies for employee performance.
+ Carries and operates communication devices with established notification procedures, as requested.


+ Performs preventative and routine repairs to campus buildings and equipment including vehicles.
+ Maintains simple records and makes reports based on these records.
+ Performs painting/general maintenance work, individually, or as a team member for other projects.
- Develops a materials list used for each job.
- Inventories supplies and equipment and submits materials requests based on inventory level.
+ Must comply with shop and equipment safety rules and corrects any safety hazards as discovered.
+ Determine availability of machines, supplies, and materials.
+ Inspection of shop equipment and arrange for maintenance with direct supervisor.
+ Clean, prepare surfaces and paint various types of indoor and exterior surfaces of buildings and equipment.
+ Use various types of paints and coatings to protect surfaces or provide desired finish as required.
+ Conducts inventory of painting materials and other types of supplies and equipment.
+ Submits supply requests based on inventory.
+ Prepare cost estimates of labor, materials, supplies and equipment hours, as requested.
+ Cleans and maintains the work area leaving it in a safe condition.
+ Operates motorized equipment-snow plow, tractor mower, push mower, weed cutters, hedge cutters, chainsaw, etc.
+ Performs grounds maintenance or other general maintenance duties when assigned.
- Assists with snow and ice removal operations on roadways and sidewalks so they can be made safe as soon as possible, which includes call-outs other than normal working hours.
+ Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor or superintendent.

Pursuant to WV Code 18A-4-8:

"General maintenance" means a person employed as a helper to skilled maintenance employees, and to perform minor repairs to equipment and buildings.



"Painter" means a person employed to perform duties painting, finishing, and decorating wood, metal and concrete surfaces of buildings, other structures, equipment, machinery and furnishings.

QUALIFICATIONS:

+ High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code 18A-2-5;


+ Meet the definition of "Qualifications" in WV Code 18A-4-8b; demonstrated competency, pursuant to WV Code 18A-4-8e (state-approved competency test), as required.
+ Criminal background check conducted pursuant to WV Code 18-5-15c and/or 18A-3-10, as appropriate.
+ Possess a valid state issued motor vehicle operator's license.


+ Posess experience and/or training in any/or all job classes idenitfied within this job description.


+ Physically able to do heavy, extensive lifting and manual labor.
+ Hold, or be able to obtain, licensures required by state or federal agencies in the performance of the position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computer and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions.

The employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50-100 pounds.

He/she shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which affect employee productivity, safety, or judgement will not be tolerated.

EXPECTATIONS:

+ The staff member must meet ASL skill level requirements as delineated in the WVSDB Communication Policy for job classification.


+ The staff member must complete all required annual trainings.


+ The staff member works effectively as a member of the educational team.


+ The staff member demonstrates self-control and exhibits an attitude of mutual respect and tolerance.


+ The staff member demonstrates ethical conduct and good work habits such as punctuality and attendance.


+ The staff member demonstrates self-direction and the ability to use software applications for work productivity and collaboration.


+ The staff member is self-motivated and demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks/assignments to accomplish high-quality work to meet demanding deadlines.


+ The staff member demonstrates excellent communication skills and excellent presentation skills using current technologies.


+ The staff member understands that work assignments may change or be added as priorities emerge.

COMPENSATION:

Based on WVSDB Service Personnel Pay Schedule , E Scale, commensurate with year of experience. 261-day annual contact.



Full benefits package available, click on this link to review this information - WVSDB Benefits.

EVALUATION

:

Performance evaluation in accordance with West Virginia Board of Education Policy 5314.