Facilities Maintenance Specialist: Systems, Safety & Repairs

Newport Academy; Bethlehem (CT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Newport Academy in Bethlehem, CT, is seeking a Facilities and Maintenance Technician to keep our campus running smoothly. You’ll manage well and septic systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, and backup generators while ensuring safety and compliance.

You will schedule preventative maintenance, coordinate with contractors, perform carpentry and painting, conduct water temperature checks and sprinkler tests, and inspect facilities to prevent issues before they disrupt programming.

Qualifications

• Two plus years' experience in facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of well and septic systems, plumbing, HVAC, electrical services.
• Experience with water temperature checks and sprinkler pressure measurements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain wells, septic, plumbing, HVAC, electrical systems.
• Schedule preventative maintenance and coordinate outside work.
• Monitor water temperature and sprinkler pressure; ensure systems function correctly.
• Perform general repairs: carpentry, plumbing, painting.
• Coordinate with contractors and maintain professional relationships.
• Inspect facility and document repairs to meet standards.
• Test fire alarms and sprinkler systems quarterly and yearly.

Skills

Facility maintenance

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical services

General carpentry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Water testing equipment

Job description

Newport Academy in Bethlehem, CT, is seeking a Facilities and Maintenance Technician to keep our campus running smoothly. You’ll manage well and septic systems, HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, and backup generators while ensuring safety and compliance.

You will schedule preventative maintenance, coordinate with contractors, perform carpentry and painting, conduct water temperature checks and sprinkler tests, and inspect facilities to prevent issues before they disrupt programming.