The Facilities Maintenance Technician is a key member of the Facilities team at Davidson Day School. The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting overall school operations by providing a safe, functional, and well-presented campus facility. This position is non-exempt and reports directly to the Director of Facilities.
Responsibilities:
Building
· Perform maintenance, repairs and special projects throughout the building and campus.
· Diagnose and safely repair minor electrical, plumbing and mechanical issues.
· Diagnose and safely resolve ticket requests submitted in our work order system.
· Manage our third-party custodial vendor to ensure contractual obligations are being met.
· Place orders for parts and supplies, including paper goods and custodial supplies.
· Take delivery, assemble, disassemble and move furniture and equipment.
Transportation
· Prepare vehicles for use including fueling and cleaning as needed.
· Report any issues or concerns immediately to the Director of Facilities.
· Transport vehicles to the repair shop for maintenance and repairs.
Grounds
· Oversee grounds maintenance vendor for the main campus (excluding the athletic fields) to ensure contractual obligations are being met.
· Perform mowing and other grounds maintenance for our additional property.
· Operate and maintain grounds machinery including, but not limited to, riding mowers, trimmer, edger, sprayers, spreaders, loaders, blowers, chainsaw, pole saw and lifts.
General
· Collaborate with employees, parent groups, and students in a professional manner.
· Comply with all rules and regulations established as school policy.
· Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities or the Head of School.
Qualifications:
· 2-5 years of experience in facilities maintenance or as a service technician.
· High school diploma required. Some college education is a plus.
· Technical certifications, including HVAC or electrical, are a plus.
· Project management experience is a plus.
· Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or ability to obtain upon hire.
_ Skills:_
· Basic computer skills required. Experience with Microsoft Office or Google suite preferred.
· Knowledge of the best practices for facilities maintenance, including safety regulations.
· Proactive self-starter who will identify tasks for completion and take ownership to complete without direct supervision.
· Flexibility to shift between projects to meet deadlines and priorities.
· Excellent communication and strong organizational skills.
Physical Demands:
· Must be able to lift 75 lbs. or more.
· Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
· Must be able to work at heights.
· Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather for extended periods of time.
· Ability to successfully complete a Department of Transportation (DOT) medical exam.
· Ability to successfully complete random drug screenings as required by DOT for CDL drivers.
Pre-employment checks include a background check, drug screening, motor vehicle check and degree verification (if applicable).
Davidson Day does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, citizenship, national origin, or any other category or characteristic protected by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience level:
- 2 years
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
Schedule:
Work setting:
Application Question(s):
- How many years of facilities maintenance or service technician experience do you have?
- Do you have experience working in a school setting?
Ability to Relocate:
- Davidson, NC 28036: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person