Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Pine Crest Preparatory School Inc; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Crest Preparatory School Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a skilled General Maintenance employee to support multiple facilities, including painting, plumbing, masonry, and equipment operation.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, clear communication, and organized work habits across campus structures. The position involves working from high places and using heavy equipment, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliable service to faculty and students.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years’ work experience in general maintenance.
• Able to climb ladders and work from high lift or scaffolding.
• Capable of operating a forklift and other heavy equipment.
• Must be able to use a computer to generate/retrieve work orders.

Responsibilities

• Supports school mission and policies.
• Logs, organizes and delivers orders to faculty and staff.
• Uses facilities management software.
• Documents building surfaces and deficiencies.
• Performs general masonry and related surface work.
• Welds with electric arc or gas welder.
• Maintains plumbing systems such as irrigation and pool systems.
• Ensures proper care of equipment and supplies.
• Reports unsafe conditions to Supervisor or Facilities Director.
• Assists in Crisis Management Operations.
• Applies paint and finishes to interior/exterior surfaces.
• Operates compressors, striping machines, sandblasters, spray equipment.
• Erects scaffolding and reaches work areas.
• Determines color choices in consultation with school personnel.
• Prepares line stripping layouts for streets and parking lots.
• Handles hazardous materials safely.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Work order software

Job description

Pine Crest Preparatory School Inc. in Fort Lauderdale, FL is seeking a skilled General Maintenance employee to support multiple facilities, including painting, plumbing, masonry, and equipment operation.

The role emphasizes problem-solving, clear communication, and organized work habits across campus structures. The position involves working from high places and using heavy equipment, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and reliable service to faculty and students.