Facilities Staff

Waynflete; Portland (ME); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan matching

3 weeks vacation

12 sick days

2 personal days

14 paid holidays

Job summary

A private educational institution in Portland, Maine is seeking a Facilities Staff member for a year-round, full-time position. The successful candidate will perform various maintenance tasks including repairs, painting, and landscaping, while enjoying a student-centered work environment. This role requires previous maintenance experience and knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and heating systems. A positive demeanor and teamwork skills are essential. Benefits include competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance field required.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and heating systems.
• Must hold a current driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs around the school.
• Assess electrical, plumbing, and heating needs.
• Conduct carpentry projects as needed.
• Set up and clean up for events.
• Maintain interior and exterior painting.
• Assist with landscaping tasks.
• Conduct snow removal.
• Help with general maintenance tasks as requested.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Knowledge of electrical work

Plumbing skills

Carpentry skills

Team-oriented attitude

Customer service skills

Job description

Waynflete School has an immediate need for a Facilities Staff member. This is a year-round, full-time position offering a competitive wage and a benefits package that includes health, dental, life and disability insurance, retirement plan matching, 3 weeks vacation, 12 sick days, 2 personal days and 14 paid holidays. The preferred work schedule is Monday through Friday from 10:00am to 6:30pm with occasional weekends and overtime required. Daily hours may be able to be adjusted.

Duties

• performing minor repairs
• assessing electrical, plumbing and heating needs
• carpentry projects
• event set-up and clean-up
• interior/exterior painting
• landscaping
• snow removal
• assisting with general maintenance as requested

Applicants should enjoy working in a student-centered, fast-paced environment which includes a number of constituencies. A positive, team-oriented demeanor is essential. Previous experience in the maintenance field and working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, and heating required; carpentry skills are a plus. Must hold a current driver’s license in good standing.

Physical demands

frequent walking, use of hands, reaching, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and lifting of up to 75 lbs.

With an institutional commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Waynflete seeks candidates who are practicing, and want to further develop, inclusive methods in their teaching, teamwork, and leadership. We believe that all students benefit from more inclusive environments. Taking inspiration from our mission, we seek qualified faculty and staff with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to enhance the student experience and strengthen our community.

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To apply, please click below and upload a resume, cover letter, and three references. Applications will be reviewed immediately and the position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.