Maintenance Worker chez NORTHWOOD ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL

Description

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Worker carries out all directives pertaining to building maintenance and cleanliness. The Maintenance Worker assists in performing routine preventive maintenance checks on all maintenance equipment to ensure equipment is operational. The Maintenance Worker also ensures the upkeep, cleanliness, repair and improvement of facilities and grounds.

Essential Accountabilities:

• Conducts routine safety inspections of premises and equipment assigned by Facilities Manager
• Works with Facilities Manager on all weather-related issues
• Works on classroom tickets (classroom repairs, furniture requests, etc)
• Upkeep of property and the property grounds
• Conducts small building projects (painting,
• Ensures the cleanliness of the building and ensures all protocols and practices are in place
• Communicate with the Facilities Manager on all relevant maintenance matters
• Prepares facilities for special events and summer programs
• Assists in school functions when needed
• Diagnosing issues with facilities systems and equipment
• Performing proactive, corrective, and preventative maintenance on all facility equipment and building systems
• Inspecting, - repairing, and maintaining campus plumbing equipment, -, appliances, campus lighting and basic electrical systems, drain lines, etc.
• Attending to fire alarms and access systems as needed
• Relevant duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager and the Administration.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in building upkeep, structural issues and grounds maintenance.
• Experience of working within or with a school/educational setting, a plus.

Qualifications:

• Ability to multitask, prioritize and manage time efficiently.
• Self-motivated and self-directed problem-solver.
• Accurate and precise attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills.

Working Conditions: Work is regularly performed in a combination of indoor and outdoor school environments. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day.

Physical Requirements: Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 lbs. Able to work around cleaning products. Able to perform tasks outside as required.