Facilities Maintenance Technician / Carpentry & General Operations

Austin Preparatory School; Reading (MA); Presencial; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Austin Preparatory School in Reading, Massachusetts, is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician with carpentry expertise to manage repairs and campus operations. The role emphasizes hands-on carpentry, general maintenance, and event support within a Catholic, Augustinian school environment.

The ideal candidate will be a hands-on problem-solver who enjoys diverse duties, works well in a team, and ensures a safe, welcoming campus. Immediate start offered.

Formación

• High school or trade school degree preferred.
• 5+ years relevant experience preferred.
• Strong carpentry skills and knowledge of building maintenance.

Responsabilidades

• Perform carpentry repairs and improvements on doors, hardware, cabinetry, trim, drywall, shelving and general building repairs.
• Complete a wide range of general maintenance tasks including painting, furniture repairs, installations, troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with campus grounds maintenance, seasonal upkeep and snow and ice removal.
• Set up and breakdown school events, including moving and arranging tables, chairs, staging, furniture and equipment.

Conocimientos

Carpentry skills

Physical stamina

Independent work

Team collaboration

Educación

High School/Trade School degree

Descripción del empleo

Facilities Maintenance Technician / Carpentry & General Operations

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Job Details

Job ID: 5965410

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Oct 20, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Austin Preparatory School, located in Reading, Massachusetts, is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced professional to serve as a Facilities Maintenance Technician /Carpentry & General Operations. Founded in 1961, Austin Prep is an independent, co-educational Catholic school rooted in the Augustinian tradition. Serving approximately 700 students in grades 6-12, Austin Prep is supported by a dedicated community of 75 faculty members and a strong network of alumni, families, and friends who share a commitment to the school’s mission and future.

Reporting to the Director of Facilities, the successful candidate will serve as the department’s primary resource for carpentry-related maintenance and repairs while contributing to the full range of campus facilities operations. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem‑solver who takes pride in their work, enjoys a variety of responsibilities, and understands the importance of teamwork in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming school environment.

While carpentry will be a primary area of responsibility, this is an all‑around Facilities position. All members of the department work collaboratively to support general maintenance, grounds upkeep, school event setups and breakdowns, and the daily operational needs of the campus.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry repairs and improvements, including doors, hardware, cabinetry, trim, drywall, shelving, and general building repairs.
• Complete a wide range of general maintenance tasks, including painting, furniture repairs, installations, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
• Assist with campus grounds maintenance, seasonal upkeep, and snow and ice removal.
• Set up and break down school events, including moving and arranging tables, chairs, staging, furniture, and equipment.
• Participate in all departmental responsibilities as needed, including occasional evening and weekend events.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and working indoors and outdoors in varying conditions.
• Strong practical carpentry skills and broad knowledge of building maintenance, tools, and equipment.
• Trade license, certification, or formal apprenticeship training preferred but not required.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, work independently, prioritize tasks, and collaborate effectively with others

Position Type: Full-time

Administration > Facilities

Support Staff > Maintenance

Job Requirements

• At least 5 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jill Teichmann
• 101 WILLOW STREET
• READING, Massachusetts 01867
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

Our Commitment to Mission

The mission of Austin Preparatory School is to “inspire hearts to unite, minds to inquire, and hands to serve.” This mission is lived out through the Augustinian charisms of veritas, unitas, and caritas. Austin Prep is a Roman Catholic Augustinian secondary school committed to Catholic social teaching, rooted in the belief that every human being is created in the image and likeness of God and is therefore invaluable and deserving of dignity and respect as a member of the human family.

In the spirit of Pope Leo XIII, who emphasized that “those who are engaged in education should be deeply imbued with right principles,” Austin Prep welcomes candidates who are committed to academic excellence and who will actively support and advance the School’s Roman Catholic Augustinian mission.