School Maintenance Technician – Epsom, Surrey

Marchant Recruitment; Epsom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a School Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep of the school facilities and carry out routine maintenance tasks. You will identify defects, perform minor repairs, and assist the site team to keep facilities in good condition.

The role involves inspecting fixtures, reporting hazards, and helping prepare rooms for activities, while maintaining safety standards and working with contractors when needed.

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance, facilities or technical experience.
• Good practical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to identify and report maintenance concerns.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Inspect fixtures, fittings and facilities for damage or wear.
• Identify and report hazards and repair requirements.
• Assist with maintaining doors, furniture and general fittings.
• Support preventative maintenance checks.
• Help prepare rooms and facilities for school activities.
• Maintain tools, equipment and maintenance supplies.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Liaise with contractors when specialist work is required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and school site policies.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Health and safety

Problem-solving

Organised

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritisation

Safeguarding awareness

Job description

Position Highlights

• Building and facilities maintenance
• Routine inspections and minor repairs
• Preventative maintenance support
• Safe and organised working environment
• Varied practical tasks across the school site

Role Overview

As a School Maintenance Technician, you will assist with maintaining the school's facilities and addressing routine maintenance requirements. You will help identify defects, carry out appropriate minor repairs and support the wider site team in keeping the premises in good condition.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out routine maintenance and minor repairs.
• Inspect fixtures, fittings and facilities for damage or wear.
• Identify and report hazards and repair requirements.
• Assist with maintaining doors, furniture and general fittings.
• Support preventative maintenance checks.
• Help prepare rooms and facilities for school activities.
• Maintain tools, equipment and maintenance supplies.
• Keep work areas clean, tidy and safe.
• Liaise with contractors when specialist work is required.
• Follow health and safety procedures and school site policies.

About the School

The school is committed to providing well-maintained facilities that support learning and daily operations. The Maintenance Technician will contribute to the upkeep of the premises and help ensure that issues are identified and addressed appropriately.

Experience and Skills

• Previous maintenance, facilities or technical experience is desirable.
• Good practical skills and problem-solving abilities.
• Understanding of health and safety requirements.
• Ability to identify and report maintenance concerns.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Reliable, methodical and proactive approach.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Willingness to complete all required safeguarding and background checks.
• The right to work in the UK.