Facilities Associate

Foundation Academies; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based pay increases

403b retirement account with matching

Financial wellness advising

Short/Long-term disability benefits

Professional development and coaching

Smartphone and paid wireless plan

Windows laptop

Team-building activities

10 sick days and 3 personal days

30 paid holiday observances

Job summary

Foundation Academies in Trenton, NJ is seeking a Facilities Associate to maintain safe and operational school environments. This role includes general maintenance such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC repairs, as well as event support and urgent facility needs.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience in facilities or skilled trades, possess strong communication skills, and be reliable. A variety of benefits highlight the importance of employee wellbeing and development.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance or construction preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work.
• Strong communication skills and customer-service mindset.

Responsibilities

• Complete maintenance and repair work across multiple campuses.
• Troubleshoot and repair building systems including plumbing and HVAC.
• Respond to and resolve work order requests professionally.
• Perform preventative maintenance and routine inspections.
• Support campus operations with event setup and classroom arrangements.
• Assist with urgent facility needs and emergency situations.
• Maintain tools and work areas safely and organized.
• Collaborate with staff and external vendors for smooth operations.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

HVAC knowledge

Carpentry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Monday-Friday 7:00am-4:00pm, 9:00am-6:00pm, 11:00am-9:00pm, 1:00pm-11:00pm

$45,000-$67,500 based on experience

What is the opportunity?

Foundation Academies is seeking a Facilities Associate to help maintain safe, clean, and fully operational school environments across multiple campuses. This hands‑on role includes general maintenance and repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry), preventative maintenance, and support for school events, setups, and urgent facility needs.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, solutions‑oriented team player who takes pride in hands‑on work and contributing to a positive school environment. Experience in facilities, construction, or skilled trades is preferred.

What is in it for you?

• Merit‑based pay increases annually
• Tax‑deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount
• Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
• Optional short or long‑term disability benefits through Aflac
• Regular strategic professional development and coaching
• Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T‑Mobile
• Windows‑based laptop
• Regular team‑building activities and outings
• 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually
• 30 paid holiday observances

What will you be doing?

• Completing day‑to‑day maintenance and repair work across multiple school campuses to ensure safe, clean, and fully operational buildings
• Troubleshooting and repairing building systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general facility needs
• Responding to and resolving work order requests in a timely and professional manner, with a focus on minimizing disruption to school operations
• Performing preventative maintenance and routine inspections to identify and address potential issues before they escalate
• Supporting campus operations by setting up classrooms, event spaces, assemblies, and school‑wide activities, including furniture and equipment moves
• Assisting with urgent facility needs, emergency situations, and weather‑related preparedness or response as needed
• Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and compliant condition
• Collaborating with school leaders, staff, custodial teams, and external vendors to ensure smooth daily operations across campuses

What do we require from you?

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in facilities maintenance, construction, building operations, or a skilled trade preferred
• Basic knowledge of general repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, or similar work)
• Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical, hands‑on work throughout the day
• Strong reliability, urgency, and commitment to completing work in a timely and high‑quality manner
• Ability to use basic technology, including email and work order systems
• Strong communication skills and a customer‑service mindset when working with staff and school communities
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (preferred/required depending on site needs)

Foundation Academies is an equal‑opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We want to have the best available persons in every job. Foundation Academies prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, gender identity, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and prohibited by Foundation Academies. It is also our policy to comply with all applicable state and federal laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.