Facilities Maintenance Technician – Hertfordshire

Marchant Recruitment; Hertford Heath; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a proactive Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep and daily operation of a school in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. You will handle routine maintenance, respond to faults and assist preventative tasks to keep the site safe and functional.

The role requires independent working, prioritising tasks, and collaborating with colleagues and contractors as needed. Relevant technical qualifications or trade experience are advantageous.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance or building repairs.
• Good understanding of general maintenance tasks.
• Confident use of tools and equipment safely.
• Ability to identify defects and report issues.
• Knowledge of health and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking general building maintenance and minor repairs.
• Completing basic carpentry, painting and decorating tasks.
• Inspecting fixtures, fittings, doors and windows.
• Identifying defects and reporting maintenance concerns.
• Supporting preventative maintenance activities.
• Responding to maintenance requests from staff.
• Checking facilities for visible damage and hazards.
• Assisting with room setup and furniture movement.
• Maintaining tools and equipment safely.
• Keeping maintenance storage areas clean and organised.
• Monitoring supplies and reporting material requirements.
• Supporting contractor visits and access arrangements.
• Recording completed maintenance tasks where required.
• Following health and safety procedures and safe working practices.
• Refer to qualified personnel for electrical, gas and other regulated work.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Building repairs

General maintenance

Health and safety

Problem solving

Communication and teamwork

Independent working

Education

Technical qualification or trade apprenticeship

Job description

We are looking for a proactive Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance and daily operation of a school in Stevenage, Hertfordshire. This role would suit someone with experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, property repairs or a relevant technical trade.

The successful candidate will help maintain the condition and functionality of the school site by undertaking routine maintenance, responding to faults and supporting preventative maintenance activities. Strong practical skills, attention to detail and an understanding of safe working practices are essential.

Position Highlights

• Position: Facilities Maintenance Technician

• Location: Stevenage, Hertfordshire

• Sector: Education

• Role Type: Facilities and Building Maintenance

• Working Environment: School buildings, grounds and facilities

• Opportunity: Develop technical experience in a school facilities team.

Role Overview

The Facilities Maintenance Technician will assist with the upkeep of the school premises, completing minor repairs and identifying issues that require further investigation. The role will involve supporting the premises team with routine checks, responding to maintenance requests and ensuring facilities remain safe and operational.

The successful applicant will be comfortable working independently, managing priorities and collaborating with colleagues and contractors when necessary.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertaking general building maintenance and minor repairs.

• Completing basic carpentry, painting and decorating tasks.

• Inspecting fixtures, fittings, doors and windows.

• Identifying defects and reporting maintenance concerns.

• Supporting preventative maintenance activities.

• Responding to maintenance requests from staff.

• Checking facilities for visible damage and potential hazards.

• Assisting with room setup and furniture movement.

• Maintaining tools and equipment safely.

• Keeping maintenance storage areas clean and organised.

• Monitoring supplies and reporting material requirements.

• Supporting contractor visits and access arrangements.

• Recording completed maintenance tasks where required.

• Following health and safety procedures and safe working practices.

• Referring specialist electrical, gas and other regulated work to qualified personnel.

About the School

The school is based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire, and is committed to providing a safe and functional learning environment. The facilities team supports the smooth running of the site by maintaining buildings and responding to repair and maintenance needs.

Experience and Skills

• Experience in facilities maintenance, building repairs or a related practical role.

• Good understanding of general maintenance tasks.

• Confidence using appropriate tools and equipment safely.

• Ability to identify defects and report issues.

• Knowledge of health and safety practices.

• Good organisational and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to prioritise tasks effectively.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Good communication and teamwork.

• Reliable, flexible and professional approach.

• Ability to work independently and use initiative.

• Relevant technical qualifications or trade experience would be advantageous.

• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.

• The right to work in the UK.