External Facilities Maintenance Technician

HELP International School; Selangor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international school in Malaysia is seeking a proactive External Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain the outdoor facilities. The role involves landscaping, swimming pool maintenance, and ensuring a clean and safe environment for students. Candidates should have a relevant certificate/diploma and 1–3 years of experience in outdoor repair. Ability to work outdoors and perform physical tasks is essential. The position requires teamwork and safety awareness, with flexible hours for school events.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, pool maintenance or general outdoor repair.
• Basic knowledge of gardening tools, pool systems, pumps and general repair tools.
• Able to work outdoors and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the school’s outdoor facilities and ensure a clean, safe environment.
• Perform routine maintenance on landscaping, sports facilities, and swimming pools.
• Assist in external repairs and support outdoor setups for events.

Skills

Landscaping

Pool maintenance

General outdoor repair

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

SPM / Certificate / Diploma in Facilities Maintenance

Tools

Gardening tools

Pool systems

General repair tools

Job description

External Facilities Maintenance Technician

Job Highlights

• Outdoor maintenance role in a leading international school
• Work with landscaping, pool, fountain & sports facilities
• Great team environment and career development opportunities

Job Description

HELP International School is seeking a proactive External Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain the school’s outdoor facilities and ensure a clean, safe, and well-presented campus environment.

This role focuses on landscaping, multipurpose courts, swimming pool maintenance, fountain systems, fencing repairs, and outdoor structures.

Responsibilities

Landscaping & Grounds

• Grass cutting, trimming, weeding, hedge maintenance
• Plant care, soil upkeep, fertilizing and watering
• Clean and maintain outdoor areas, pathways, drains and gardens

Tree Trimming

• Tree pruning, branch trimming and canopy maintenance
• Identify hazardous tree conditions and elevate when needed

Multipurpose Court & Sports Facilities

• Maintain courts, turf areas, tracks, playgrounds and sports zones
• Inspect and upkeep goalposts, nets, benches, cones and outdoor PE equipment
• Ensure surfaces and sports areas are safe and functional

Swimming Pool Maintenance

• Assist in daily pool checks: chlorine/pH levels, water clarity
• Clean skimmers, drains, filters and support backwashing
• Report pump, filter or circulation issues to the Facilities Manager

Fountain System Maintenance

• Check pump operation, nozzles, water clarity and lighting
• Clean filters, skimmers and surrounding fountain structure
• Troubleshoot minor flow and pump issues

Fencing & External Repairs

• Repair minor fencing, gates, locks, outdoor fixtures
• Inspect pathways, external walls, drain covers and signage
• Assist external contractors on major repair works
• Maintain playground equipment and outdoor seating areas
• Support outdoor setups for school events and sports activities

Requirements

• SPM / Certificate / Diploma in Facilities Maintenance, Landscaping, M&E or related field
• 1–3 years of experience in landscaping, groundskeeping, pool maintenance or general outdoor repair
• Able to work outdoors and perform physical tasks
• Basic knowledge of gardening tools, pool systems, pumps and general repair tools
• Good teamwork, safety awareness and responsibility
• Able to work weekends or after-hours when required for school events