Evening Campus Facilities Technician

Catlin Gabel School; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Catlin Gabel School seeks a Campus Technician I to assist with daily maintenance, custodial operations, and event support across the campus. You will work with the Maintenance and Grounds teams to keep classrooms and facilities clean, safe, and ready for over 200 annual events.

The role requires flexible hours including evenings and weekends, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate campus vehicles after training. Experience in janitorial or maintenance is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous janitorial or general maintenance experience preferred.
• Requires a reliable form of transportation.
• Valid driver's license and be insurable under company insurance.
• Must pass a physical exam due to job demands and equipment operation requirements.
• Ability to safely operate campus vehicles and equipment after training

Responsibilities

• Maintain the cleanliness and appearance of campus buildings, restrooms, classrooms, offices, athletic facilities, and outdoor spaces.
• Empty trash, recycling, and compost throughout campus.
• Set up, break down, and reset spaces for school and community events, including moving tables, chairs, staging, and equipment for over 200 events annually.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks, including painting touch-ups, drywall patching, replacing ceiling tiles, changing batteries in electronic door locks, installing paper towel and toilet paper dispensers, unclogging drains, and other minor repairs.
• Complete work orders efficiently with a strong sense of urgency.
• Move furniture, desks, appliances, and equipment throughout campus, including loading and unloading cargo vans for transport between campuses.
• Operate custodial equipment and, with training, campus vehicles and equipment including golf carts, cargo vans, Toolcat, Bobcat/skid-steer, aerial lifts, and other equipment.
• Safely use ladders, extension ladders, and lifts while performing maintenance and event work.
• Assist with outdoor maintenance and seasonal work in all weather conditions.
• Secure campus buildings by locking/unlocking doors, arming/disarming alarms, conducting evening patrols, checking gates, and securing rental houses as assigned.
• Provide excellent customer service and respond to facility requests from staff, students, families, and visitors.
• Work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and make sound decisions when supervisors are unavailable.
• Be available to work evenings, weekends, overtime, and special events as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, complete required training, and perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities & Events Manager or Director of Facilities.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Problem-Solving

Teamwork

Cultural Awareness

Time Management

Technology

Crisis Management

Job description

Catlin Gabel School seeks a Campus Technician I to assist with daily maintenance, custodial operations, and event support across the campus. You will work with the Maintenance and Grounds teams to keep classrooms and facilities clean, safe, and ready for over 200 annual events.

The role requires flexible hours including evenings and weekends, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to operate campus vehicles after training. Experience in janitorial or maintenance is preferred.