Facilities Technician

Description

The Facilities Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance, repair, and upkeep of school buildings and grounds to ensure a safe, clean, and functional learning environment. This role involves completing work orders, monitoring building systems, assisting with events, supporting grounds maintenance, and collaborating with staff to maintain a professional and efficient school environment.

Compensation and Benefits

• Year-round, hourly, non-exempt
• Full-time
• Eligible for health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid leave benefits

Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Ability to perform essential job functions
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to lift 55 pounds to shoulder height occasionally and push/pull 20 pounds frequently

Preferred

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete work orders for minor building repairs in a timely and professional manner, including bathrooms, lighting, classroom furniture, and other facilities; report major repairs to the Facilities Director.
• Utilize the Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) to perform routine checks on building systems including HVAC, plumbing, security, and electrical systems.
• Set up and return facilities for school events, including lifting and arranging furniture, boxes, and cafeteria tables (minimum 55 lbs.).
• Assist with trash removal, recycling, and other janitorial tasks as needed.
• Perform minor landscape duties, including weeding, snow shoveling, ice melt application, and grounds upkeep.
• Assist with major facility clean-up projects during summer, including washing desks and chairs, cleaning walls and carpets, painting, and moving classroom furniture and curriculum materials.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment in good working condition.
• Interact professionally with staff, students, parents, visitors, and co-workers.
• Attend meetings as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Follow all school policies, including grievance procedures and emergency protocols.
• Work safely in a variety of weather conditions and perform duties requiring bending, lifting, climbing stairs, and prolonged standing.

Essential Job Functions

• Minor building repair and maintenance
• Monitoring and maintaining building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security)
• Event setup and classroom/facility organization
• Groundskeeping and seasonal maintenance
• Equipment operation and upkeep

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Competencies

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal relations skills
• Customer service and public relations skills
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities
• Organizational and planning skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions
• Ability to diffuse and manage stressful or volatile situations

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Work primarily performed in school buildings and on school grounds
• Frequent lifting, bending, climbing stairs, and standing required
• Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions
• Physical demands may include lifting, moving, or pushing items up to 55 lbs.
• Mental functions include communicating, analyzing, coordinating, and evaluating tasks and priorities

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to include all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications required of the employee. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time, with or without notice.