Building Maintenance Repairer

Kamehameha Schools; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Kamehameha Schools seeks a Building Maintenance Repairer to perform general and preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and assist skilled trades across Kapalama Campus. The role supports building systems, equipment, and interior finishes, working under supervision.

A valid driver's license and willingness to learn are required. Work involves both indoor and outdoor environments, occasional after-hours commitments, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with basic computer knowledge.
• Trade school or high school shop classes preferred.
• Ability to read, comprehend training materials and follow safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general and/or preventive maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Assist trades, contractors, or BMR II/III workers; prepare work areas and tools.
• Record time and tasks in the work order system; support after-hours functions as needed.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Basic arithmetic

Read and follow safety instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school/shop class

Tools

Forklift operation

Scissor lift

Skid loader

Job description

## Building Maintenance RepairerApply: Kapalama Campus: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR-07221**Job Posting Title**Building Maintenance Repairer**Employee Type**Various**Recruiting Start Date**08-10-2026**Job Exempt?**No**Recruiting End Date**Open Until FilledAloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ʻohana!**Job Summary**Entry-level position that works with direction and supervision to perform general and/or preventative maintenance and minor repairs to buildings, facilities, and equipment, and provides assistance to trade workers as needed.**Essential Responsibilities****Maintenance and Repair*** Reviews work to be performed in advance with Building Maintenance Repairer II/III to ensure understanding of work-related risks and proper mitigation to ensure safety.* Assists trades, contractors, or BMR II/III workers in the skilled maintenance trades (including, but not limited to, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, painting, masonry, welding) by performing duties of lesser skill.* Assists with assembling materials and tools for work to be performed.* With guidance, prepares work areas for work to be performed, and cleans work areas, machines, and equipment following work completion.* With direction, may independently perform unskilled work to maintain and repair buildings, building systems, equipment, and interior finishes, or minor skilled maintenance and repair tasks.**Safety*** Attends all technical and safety- training, including on-the-job training, uses all PPE, and adheres to safety guidance.* Reviews work to be performed in advance with skilled trades workers, working foreman, or manager to ensure understanding of work-related risks and proper mitigations to ensure safety.* Reports all safety hazards to supervisor and/or immediately corrects if able to.**Administrative*** Records time worked and reports tasks completed in computerized work order management system using desktop computers and/or mobile technology devices.* Participates in campus and department events and activities as scheduled.* Adheres to all employee handbook protocols and policies including mandatory reporting.* Constructively identifies and suggests ways to improve organizational effectiveness and operational efficiency.**Position Requirements****Minimum Qualifications -** An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.* High School Diploma or equivalent with basic computer knowledge.* Valid Driver's License.* Able to be certified to operate forklift, scissor lift, and or skid loader Good work ethic, including punctuality and good attendance.* Positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills and knowledge; ability to demonstrate increasing competence with training and experience.* Willingness to accept and follow directions.* Basic arithmetic.* Ability to read and comprehend training materials.* Ability to read, understand, and follow safety instructions.* Ability to interpret simple sketches for work to be performed.* Good verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate after-hours school-related functions and activities.* Demonstrated values of inclusion.**Preferred Qualifications*** Trade school or high school shop classes, previous work experience in related field.**Physical and Mental Requirements*** May require physical work; lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.* Often requires walking/standing, bending/crouching/reaching/etc., and at times sitting.* Manual dexterity and strength to work with hand tools.**Working Conditions** **(including environmental conditions)*** Work may involve exposure to extreme temperatures and contact with hazardous materials, dust, dirt, smoke, unpleasant odors, loud noises, etc.* Often work outdoors and indoors.* Work is typically conducted Monday through Friday at normal business hours but evening and weekend hours maybe required to meet goals and objectives.**Disclaimer:** The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please contact us at [e-mail] or 808-534-8040 if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. *Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.**KS does not accept unauthorized solicitations of candidate referrals from third-party vendors (i.e. Staffing Agencies, Executive Recruitment Firms). Any third-party vendor who has interest in supporting KS's recruiting efforts must be authorized by Human Resources prior to the vendor’s candidate applying with KS.***Work Year****Pay Range**27.19 - 36.49 Hourly**Compensation and Benefits**Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ʻohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.**Primary Location**Kapalama Campus**City, State**Honolulu, Hawaii