School Facilities & Grounds Technician - Part Time

Autism Spectrum Australia; Newcastle-Maitland; On-site; AUD 47,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging options

Employee referral incentives

Discounts via Beny

Fitness Passport discounts

EAP with Converge International

Job summary

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Hunter School in the Newcastle region seeks a self-motivated grounds and maintenance worker on a part-time basis. The role includes repairs, grounds upkeep and keeping the school environment safe for students and staff.

Responsibilities cover building systems, fencing, gardening projects and reporting. Trade knowledge, a current NSW driver's licence and ability to work unsupervised are preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in general maintenance of grounds/buildings.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing and general trade maintenance.
• Understanding of machinery/equipment operation relating to building maintenance.
• Ability to work unsupervised as well as part of a team.
• Trade certification and background is desirable.
• Current driver’s licence and use of own vehicle.
• Current NSW Working with Children Check for paid employment.
• International Police Check clearance may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure building systems and machines run smoothly e.g. air conditioning, pumps.
• Undertake repair/maintenance work as required to school buildings e.g. replacing locks, windows & light bulbs, patching holes, woodwork repairs.
• Perform routine maintenance of equipment.
• Estimate repair costs and document repairs undertaken.
• Handle, store, and distribute goods/materials.
• Move equipment/furniture as required.
• Upkeep school grounds e.g. mowing, pruning, weeding, planting, disposing of litter.
• Assist with school improvements e.g. fencing, paving, gardening projects.
• Complete daily grounds maintenance reports.
• Train new employees in groundskeeping duties.
• Drive school vehicles as required.

Skills

General maintenance experience

Electrical/plumbing knowledge

Communication skills

Ability to work unsupervised

Education

Trade certification desirable

Tools

Power tools

General workshop tools

Job description

Autism Spectrum Australia (Aspect) Hunter School in the Newcastle region seeks a self-motivated grounds and maintenance worker on a part-time basis. The role includes repairs, grounds upkeep and keeping the school environment safe for students and staff.

Responsibilities cover building systems, fencing, gardening projects and reporting. Trade knowledge, a current NSW driver's licence and ability to work unsupervised are preferred.