Facilities Maintenance Tech: Build, Repair, Ensure Safety

Nimble; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend in Brooklyn is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety improvements across school facilities. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical tasks, carpentry, painting, and furniture moves, reporting to the Director of Facilities.

The role requires 2–5 years in facilities or mechanical work, a NYS driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Starting wage is $28 per hour with equitable compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• New York State Driver's License and ability to commute between school sites.
• 2–5 years' experience in facility maintenance and mechanical roles.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Repair structural damages such as repairing sheetrock/drywall, carpentry, painting.
• Perform plumbing related duties such as fixing leaking faucets, toilet sinks etc.
• Perform basic electrical repairs including replacing bulbs, ballast and fixtures as needed.
• Complete painting assignments.
• Monitor and replace emergency lighting, exit signs, and door entry battery units.
• Recognize potential safety issues in and around the building and grounds and act to correct.
• Build, repair and install counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, and trim; use carpenter’s hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to assemble, move, and (re)arrange furniture.
• Mount objects to and repair walls.
• Be able to Change locks, outlets, lightbulbs, ballast, switches, thermostats, filters, flushometers, toilet seats and covers.
• Ensure that the work site and conditions are safe
• Make independent assessments for repair and maintenance needs while assisting and following the directives of the Facility Director.

Job description

Ascend in Brooklyn is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety improvements across school facilities. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical tasks, carpentry, painting, and furniture moves, reporting to the Director of Facilities.

The role requires 2–5 years in facilities or mechanical work, a NYS driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Starting wage is $28 per hour with equitable compensation.