Facilities Maintenance Technician / Carpentry & Operations

Austin Preparatory School; Reading (MA); Presencial; USD 45 000 - 62 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Austin Preparatory School in Reading, MA, is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician / Carpentry & Operations to support carpentry and general facilities duties on campus. The role contributes to a safe, welcoming environment for students and staff.

The successful candidate will perform carpentry repairs, carry out general maintenance tasks, assist with grounds and event setups, and collaborate with the facilities team to ensure reliable campus operations and safe spaces for the school

Qualificações

• Hands-on carpentry and building maintenance experience required or preferred.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions and collaborate with others.

Responsabilidades

• Perform carpentry repairs and improvements (doors, hardware, cabinetry, trim, drywall).
• Handle general maintenance tasks (painting, furniture repair, installations, preventative maintenance).
• Assist with campus grounds upkeep and seasonal tasks.
• Set up/break down events and support daily facilities operations.

Conhecimentos

Carpentry skills

General maintenance

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Formação académica

Trade apprenticeship training preferred

Ferramentas

Hand tools

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Facilities Maintenance Technician / Carpentry & Operations

Facilities Reading, MA, US

Salary Range: $33.00 To $45.00 Hourly

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

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.