JOB OPENINGS

Maintenance Director

Job Title: Maintenance Director, Graham County USD 281
Location: Hill City, Kansas
Reports to: Superintendent of Schools, Graham County USD 281

Job Overview:

USD 281 is hiring a maintenance supervisor for district facilities. The maintenance supervisor oversees the maintenance of all school facilities, including the routine inspection of the grounds and facilities, installations, and equipment to determine need for repairs, maintenance or replacement.

Required Qualifications: 

1. A high school diploma or equivalent.
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
3. Must have, or be able to obtain, and maintain a valid Kansas driver’s license.
4. Ability to lift as required by job.

Key Responsibilities:  

Facilities Maintenance and Repair 

1. Assign work to district maintenance staff and oversee completion. Initiate contract repair when work cannot be performed by district staff. 

2. Assign priority to maintenance work orders and process them. Work cooperatively with principals and facilities managers to schedule and complete repairs. 

3. Estimate cost of repair projects including labor, materials, and other related costs. 

4. Perform repairs and assist skilled workers to complete repairs as needed. 

Inspection 

5. Inspect all district buildings and facilities and initiate repairs as needed.

6. Conduct on-site inspection of completed repair projects. Monitor and inspect contract work. 

Safety 

7. Provide training and orientation to district maintenance staff  in safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment. 

8. Follow established safety procedures and techniques to perform job duties including lifting and climbing. Operate tools and equipment according to established safety procedures. 

9. Correct unsafe conditions in the work area and promptly report any conditions that are not immediately correctable to the supervisor. 

10. Follow established procedures for locking, checking, and safeguarding facilities.

11. Custodial responsibilities.

Inventory and Equipment 

11. Prepare, implement, and maintain preventive maintenance schedules for tools and equipment. Ensure that maintenance is completed and equipment is in safe operating condition. Recommend replacement of existing equipment when necessary. 

12. Conduct regular inventory of physical equipment and supplies and maintain accurate records. Order tools, equipment, and supplies as needed. 

Other 

13. Respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed. 

14. Assist in the preparation of the department budget. 

15. Assist in recruiting, screening, selection, training, and evaluation of maintenance employees. 

16. Maintain accurate information for payroll reporting (time cards, tardiness, and absenteeism). 

Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of crafts used in building repair and maintenance 
• Ability to direct and supervise personnel 
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics 
• Ability to perform mathematical calculations 
• Effective organizational, communications, and interpersonal skills 
  

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Small hand tools; power tools; light truck, Skid steer, tractor all provided. 

Posture: Frequent standing, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting; work in tiring and uncomfortable positions 

Motion: Frequent walking, climbing stairs/ladders/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, noise, vibration; exposure to chemical and electrical hazards; work around machinery with moving parts; may work alone; regularly work irregular hours; occasional prolonged hours; frequent district wide travel 

Mental Demands: Maintain emotional control under stress

Benefits Information

Vacation Leave, two weeks of vacation annually and is not cumulative. 

Personal leave, two days annually without accumulation.

Sick Leave  days annually; unused sick leave may be accumulated up to a maximum of 90 days.

Health Insurance: Single Paid Blue Cross Blue Shield policy

Section 125 Cafeteria Plan

403b benefits

Salary Information

This position pays $22.00 per hour plus overtime. Usual work week it 50 hours.

Application Process:

Applications are available at the district office.  Candidates should submit the completed application,  resume, cover letter, and references to the district office. Please call Dale Deighton with any questions 785-421-2135. This position is open until filled. 

Employer Information

Graham County USD #281 in Hill City, Kansas is located in northwest Kansas at the junction of US Hwy 283 and US Hwy 24. The district has two attendance centers; Hill City Junior Senior High housing students in grades 7-12 and Hill City Grade housing students PK-6. The enrollment of the district is approximately 380 students. Student to teacher ratio is low, averaging 12-16 students in a classroom. Hill City Junior-Senior High has many active clubs and organizations as well as programs in band, choir, art and FFA. HCJSHS students compete in most activities sponsored by the KSHSAA.. The district underwent a facelift in 2015 with the addition of a new state-of-the-art 8 lane track including new concessions and restroom building, immaculate renovation of the auditorium, new HVAC systems at both facilities, Parking lots and renovation of the Grade School playground along with other upgrades. USD 281 recently launched a technology improvement program and has added interactive boards to all elementary and many Jr-Sr high classrooms. Students in the district all have an individual laptop assigned to them, making us 1-1 district wide. In 2020 the district was recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education with three awards of distinction including the Commissioner`s Award. The community is a huge part of USD 281 and is actively working with the district to improve school and community culture. Employment information is available on our website. Come check us out at www.usd281.com

Job Title: HCJSHS Secretary
Location: Hill City, Kansas
Reports to: Building Principal

Job Overview: 

USD 281 is hiring a secretary at Hill City Junior Senior High School. We are seeking an individual with strong communication, customer service, and organizational skills to provide service to the students, families, staff, and community of USD 281. 

Required Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work well with the learning community, parents, teachers, students, administrators and staff with courtesy, tact, and good judgment.  
• Maintain confidentiality and integrity handling information and documents.  
• Be of good character, neat in personal appearance, dependable, reliable, prompt, and flexible and have pleasing manners and personality.  
• Proficient in computer software with an emphasis in word processing, data base, accounting skills and spreadsheets.  
• Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize accordingly, work independently, performing individual projects and routine matters with minimal direction or supervision.  
• Must have the ability to think clearly in stressful situations, and work well under pressure.
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintain student and school records.
• Utilize a computerized system to access relevant reports, communications, and pertinent data. 
• Create, organize and maintain office filing systems. 
• Administrative Correspondence.  
• Provides customer service to visitors, parents, and staff.
• Receives and screens phone calls, greets visitors and reviews and disseminates incoming mail.
• Provides a variety of clerical and administrative support for administrators.
• Types, edits and proofreads correspondence, reports, memoranda, etc.
• Facilitates communications to administrators in emergency situations.
• Maintains accounting records, makes bank deposits and disbursements, maintains time and attendance records.
• Purchases supplies and monitors procurements.
• Provides first aid service to students and staff in school nurse's absence.
• Assists administrators and other staff members in the orderly, expedient and safe transition of students from one location to another.
• Required to have prompt, regular attendance in-person and be available to work on-site, in-person during regular business hours and as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by the Principal 

Employee Day:

• 8:00 am-4:00 pm
• Secretaries to the principal shall report to work two weeks prior to the first day of classes and remain two weeks after the last day of classes. 
  

Benefits Information

Personal leave, two days annually without accumulation.

Sick Leave 15 days annually; unused sick leave may be accumulated up to a maximum of 90 days.

Health Insurance Options

Section 125 Cafeteria Plan

403b benefit option

Salary Information

This position pays $18.00 per hour.

Application Process:

Applications are available at the district office.  Candidates should submit the completed application,  resume, cover letter, and references to the district office. Please call Dale Deighton with any questions 785-421-2135. This position is open until October 10, 2024. 

Employer Information

Graham County USD #281 in Hill City, Kansas is located in northwest Kansas at the junction of US Hwy 283 and US Hwy 24. The district has two attendance centers; Hill City Junior Senior High housing students in grades 7-12 and Hill City Grade housing students PK-6. The enrollment of the district is approximately 380 students. Student to teacher ratio is low, averaging 12-16 students in a classroom. Hill City Junior-Senior High has many active clubs and organizations as well as programs in band, choir, art and FFA. HCJSHS students compete in most activities sponsored by the KSHSAA.. The district underwent a facelift in 2015 with the addition of a new state-of-the-art 8 lane track including new concessions and restroom building, immaculate renovation of the auditorium, new HVAC systems at both facilities, Parking lots and renovation of the Grade School playground along with other upgrades. USD 281 recently launched a technology improvement program and has added interactive boards to all elementary and many Jr-Sr high classrooms. Students in the district all have an individual laptop assigned to them, making us 1-1 district wide. In 2020 the district was recognized by the Kansas State Department of Education with three awards of distinction including the Commissioner`s Award. The community is a huge part of USD 281 and is actively working with the district to improve school and community culture. Employment information is available on our website. Come check us out at www.usd281.com

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Autobody Technician

B&E Garage is looking for an autobody technician, located in Hill City, Kansas. 

Pay: $18 per hour+ depending on experience

Experience: 2-3 years experience required.

Resumes will be accepted by email at begarage@outlook.com.

Requirements include:

Vehicle Damage Assessment: Inspecting and assessing the extent of damage to a vehicle, both externally and internally.

Repair Planning: Creating a repair plan based on the assessment, determining the necessary tools, materials, and techniques required to restore the vehicle to its pre-damage condition.

Body Repair: Repairing and replacing damaged body panels, frames, and other structural components of the vehicle using various techniques such as welding, panel beating, and dent removal.

Painting and Refinishing: Preparing surfaces for painting, applying primer, color coats, and clear coats, and using specialized equipment to match the vehicle’s original paint color.

Component Replacement: Removing and replacing damaged mechanical, electrical, and electronic components, such as lights, windows, mirrors, and sensors.

Quality Control: Conducting thorough inspections and tests to ensure repairs meet industry standards and the vehicle is restored to its pre-accident condition.

Documentation: Keeping detailed records of repairs, including parts used, labor hours, and any additional information required for insurance purposes or customer reference.

Strong technical skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety are crucial for this profession. Applicant must be a self motivated individual with a high attention to detail. This position requires the employee to provide their own tools. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm with paid holidays. There is one week’s paid vacation. If you are looking for a flexible job with a great work environment, B&E Garage would love to have you.

Russell’s Renovations and Construction is now taking applications for multiple positions including

Laborers, carpenters, and finish carpenters.

Pay is based on experience.

Please apply in person at 121 West Main St. Hill City, Kansas. 

please call 785-421-6330