Specialist Senior Trades, Creighton Elementary School District


Position:
Specialist Senior Trades

Type:
Public


Location:
Urban


Job ID:
131139

County:
East Maricopa


Posted:
October 22, 2025




Contact Information:
Creighton Elementary School District
2702 E Flower St
Phoenix, Arizona 85016
District Website

Contact:
Human Resources
Phone: 602-381-6000
Fax:
District Email


Job Description:

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY
Responsible for performing journeyman trades work to maintain District facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is a lead, skilled trades classification responsible for ensuring the safe conditions of
assigned trade; instructing custodians and staff who assist with repairs on proper procedures and use of tools; ordering and accounting for material and labor; ensuring compliance with all safety and code requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The following are intended to describe core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the District’s needs.
* In-person attendance is an essential function of this classification.

• Accurately orders and accounts for material and labor relative to assignments;
• Installs and tests equipment;
• Maintains all safety requirements of the State, local and Governing Board guidelines;
• Performs general maintenance work inside and outside the facilities such as ceiling, roof,
electrical, plumbing, concrete, masonry, glazing, insulation, tile and pump and fan repairs;
• Performs District-wide grounds maintenance work such as maintenance of underground
sprinkling systems;
• Recommends supplies and equipment for purchase and maintains the inventory of Districtowned hand tools, equipment, hardware, materials and supplies;
• Assists contractors and vendors as necessary;
• May be required to be on call; and,
• Performs related work as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE
• Procedures, practices, and methods related to area of assignment.
• Tools, equipment, and materials relevant to area of assignment.
• Safety procedures.
• Inventory principles.
• Applicable Federal, State and local laws, rules, regulations, codes and standards.
• Recordkeeping principles.• Mathematical principles.
• Safe work practices.

SKILLS
• Prioritizing and assigning work.
• Preparing and maintaining a variety of maintenance records.
• Performing mathematical calculations, including algebra and geometry.
• Interpreting and applying applicable laws, codes, and standards.
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers,
supervisors, the general public and others to sufficiently exchange or convey information
and to receive work direction.

Education and Experience:
High school diploma or GED and five years of experience; or an equivalent combination of
directly-related education and experience.

Required Certifications/Licenses:
• Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card (FPCC).
• Valid Arizona Class D Driver's License.
• Journeyman's Card in assigned trade (electrical, plumbing, HVAC).
• ASE Certification, CDL with S endorsement 

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

If assigned to Lead Mechanic:

• Assumes primary responsibility for the safe condition of all District vehicles, owned or
operated by.
• Instructs all transportation employees and workers on proper methods of procedure and
proper use of tools to include post and pre-trip inspections.
• Maintains fuel pumps.
• Maintains and purchases supplies, equipment, tools, and trucks in assigned areas of
responsibility.
• Assist transportation manager with ADE 100 day and end of year report.

If assigned to Electrician:

• Assumes primary responsibility for the safe condition of electric elements in the facilities
owned or operated by the District; and,
• Instructs custodians and maintenance workers on proper methods of procedure and
proper use of tools in electrical repair work.

If assigned to HVAC:

• Repairs and maintains all types of air conditioning and refrigeration units including ice
machines, medium and low temperature equipment;
• Repairs and maintains handlers, ventilators, cooling coils along with other mechanical
heating and ventilating equipment;
• Monitors and coordinates control panels and thermostats of all systems to maintain
standard working temperature; and,
• Performs regular preventive maintenance for all heating and air conditioning equipment.

If assigned to Plumber:

• Repairs and/or regulates District buildings, fixtures, systems, facilities, and/or grounds by
making journey level repairs or installations depending on area of assignment/expertise;
• Inspects facilities, systems, and/or fixtures and ensures periodic servicing;
• Prepares a variety of documentation and/or standardized paperwork, including work
orders related to daily assignments;
• Maintains and cleans systems and equipment; and,
• Maintains and purchases supplies, equipment, tools, and trucks in assigned areas of
responsibility.



Other:

Our Beliefs: A Guide for Our Actions

·         We Believe In:

·         Loving each child as our own.

·         Mindful, curious, and adventurous learning.

·         Safe schools that nurture mind, body, and spirit.

·         High expectations that promote academic growth.

·         The strength that comes from the diversity of our community.

·         Our Vision: Creighton neighborhood schools inspire adventurous thinkers, collaborative learners, and kind-hearted leaders.

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