Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the repair, alteration, installation and maintenance of assigned District facilities, utilities and equipment.

Perform a variety of construction and surface work in the repair, alteration, installation and maintenance of assigned District facilities, utilities and equipment; maintain routine records of work performed.

Operate a motor vehicle to haul and transport equipment, supplies and materials to and from District and vendor sites; operate a variety of machinery, including cement mixer, concrete saw, power saw, jackhammer and other equipment; operate welding and other specialized equipment as assigned.

Build and repair wood and chain fences; install and fabricate chain link and wooden fences and gates; dig holes, mix concrete, cut and cap poles, and stretch and wire fences.

Construct walls and related structures from cinder block, brick and other masonry products.

Form and prepare concrete slabs for a variety of projects; level and dig ground area and apply undersurfaces; mix, pour and finish concrete according to work order specifications.

Repair, install and maintain playground equipment; assemble, lay foundations and erect pipe structures and metal fittings as appropriate.

Construct ramps, walkways and steps using wood and metal forms.

Excavate asphalt and base materials; lay, spread, rake and roll asphalt surfaces to conform to original surface.

Remove and replace athletic fields and tracks; measure, lay out and match contour of original surface.

Reconstruct and clean storm drains, culverts and other drainage systems; assure proper connection of District systems to municipal drainage system; excavate and trench for the installation of underground utilities.

OTHER DUTIES:

Assist other maintenance personnel in the performance of a variety of duties related to the building trades.

Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Standard tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques used in general construction, maintenance and repair.

Operation and proper maintenance of tools, equipment and machinery used in the building trades.

Requirements of maintaining buildings and equipment in a safe, clean and orderly condition.

Basic preventive maintenance principles and practices.

Basic knowledge of welding equipment and techniques.

Use of hand and power tools used in maintenance and repair.

Appropriate health and safety precautions and procedures.

Proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies.

Basic math.

ABILITY TO:

Perform a variety of semi-skilled work in the maintenance and repair of assigned District facilities.

Assist skilled personnel in the performance of assigned duties.

Learn and apply laws, rules, regulations involved in assigned maintenance activities.

Operate a variety of assigned tools and equipment effectively and safely.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Work cooperatively with others.

Be flexible to perform work within changing priorities and possess sufficient interpersonal skill to work harmoniously with staff, students, administrators, parents and others.

Understand and follow oral and written communications.

Maintain routine records of work performed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and sufficient training and experience to demonstrate the knowledge and abilities listed above.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid California Class C driver's license and a safe driving record.

Incumbent will be involved in field work which requires travel in a vehicle to various sites.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor and outdoor work environment.

Driving a vehicle to conduct work.

Seasonal heat and cold or adverse weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling heavy objects as assigned by position.

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate specialized equipment and tools.

Standing for extended periods of time.

Walking over rough or uneven surfaces.

Heavy physical labor.

Hearing and speaking to exchange information.

Seeing to perform assigned duties.

Perform heavy physical labor.

Reach overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally.

Bend at the waist, kneel or crouch.

HAZARDS:

Working with power saws and flying debris.

Working at heights.

If your application is accepted to move forward in this recruitment, the exam dates are:

Qualifying Exam: January 13, 2023 10:00 a.m.

Oral Exam: To be Determined

Please make arrangements to be available on the dates above. There will be no make up exams offered.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Positions in this job classification typically work 40 hours/week for 12 months/year.

The duration of the eligibility list is 6 months unless extended by the Executive Director of Classified Human Resources and the Personnel Commission.

Applicants selected for permanent or substitute assignments are required to pay for fingerprinting services and obtain Tuberculosis results prior to beginning work. If you have any questions regarding the fees or this posting, please feel free to contact the Human Resources Department at (510) 784-2648.

Hayward Unified School District does not pay for employee health and welfare benefits.

Full-time employees are required to purchase medical health benefits. Half-time and less than half-time employees may participate on a voluntary basis. Health benefit costs are 100% employee paid through a pre-tax payroll deduction. Employees may opt out of health coverage upon presentation of proof of alternate coverage.

Dental coverage is mandatory for all employees working 20 hours per week, or more, regardless of outside coverage. Less than half-time employees may participate on a voluntary basis. The District contributes the full premium for "employee only". Any additional premium will be employee paid.

For more information please view the "Benefits" tab of this job announcement.

The Hayward Unified School District is committed to educational equity so that every student realizes their innate potential, becoming a lifelong learner and having a positive impact on their community. Our mission is to draw from our community’s rich diversity in order to create engaging and equitable educational experiences for students, delivered in a safe and supportive environment. This environment supports inclusion, anti racism through an ethnic studies learner orientation and growth mindset. HUSD believes the responsibility for student success is broadly shared by district staff, families, our community, and our students’ own efforts. Each HUSD student deserves respectful learning environments in which diversity is valued and contributes to successful academic outcomes.

We seek equity-minded applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to an educational community. We look for applicants who:

• Reflect our diverse community
• Value and intentionally promote diversity and consciousness of difference
• Empower students furthest from opportunity
• Demonstrate cultural competence and cultural humility
• Believe that all people have the right to an education and work environment free from fear, harassment, or discrimination
• Actively seek to disrupt institutional and/or systemic barriers that adversely impact historically marginalized communities
• Foster students’ potential to become global citizens and socially responsible leaders.

Non-Discrimination Policy

Hayward Unified School District (HUSD) is committed to equal opportunity for all individuals in education. District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from discrimination and harassment based on race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, immigration status, age, religion, marital or parental status, pregnancy status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, or genetic information; the perception of one or more of such characteristics; or association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. If a complainant is unable to put a complaint in writing due to conditions such as a disability or illiteracy, district staff shall assist him/her in the filing of the complaint.

If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination, harassment, intimidation, or bullying you should immediately contact the school site principal and/or their supervisor. See the links below for more information on complaint management, Title IX, and Uniform Complaint Procedures and forms. For Uniform and Title IX Complaints, please contact Melissa Rubio at (510) 784-2600, ext 72562 or mr216@husd.us. The address is 24411 Amador Street, Hayward, CA 94544. A copy of HUSD Uniform Complaint Board Policy along with the Uniform Complaint Administrative Regulations and the HUSD non-discrimination policy are available, free of charge, upon request.