Facilities Technician

Cary Academy; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cary Academy is seeking a Facilities Technician to oversee the maintenance of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems across campus. This role involves ensuring facilities are safe and operational for school events and activities, while also engaging in community and professional development initiatives.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in facility maintenance, especially electrical and HVAC.
• Ability to lift and move 80 pounds regularly.
• Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for installation, maintenance, and repair of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC equipment.
• Coordinates on-site work by outside companies and contractors.
• Engages in the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work.

Skills

Electrical Systems

HVAC Systems

Facility Operations

Education

Associate’s Degree

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Test Equipment

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Description

Responsible for installation, maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and HVAC equipment for the facilities and grounds. Supports the Director of Facilities in ensuring that all campus facilities are maintained in a safe and clean condition at all times; works closely with other members of the CA community to ensure that facilities remain available for school events and activities as needed.

• Maintains all phases of general, electrical, and HVAC maintenance, and site services, for all campus facilities. Inspects facility systems daily to ensure that systems are operating safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Performs and completes work so facilities service requests are completed effectively and efficiently with minimal interruption to campus activity. This may include working additional hours or alternate work schedule.
• Coordinates on site work by outside companies and contractors for major work and service contracts determined not to be handled internally. Maintains professional relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure their timely service and support.
• Provides input to the facilities Manager in the development and execution of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all campus facilities and equipment.
• Submits purchase requests and orders for all equipment, tools, and supplies for the department.
• Follows all federal and state regulations as well as Cary Academy policy pertaining to fire, electric, HVAC, safety, and other applicable areas; makes sure that all inspections are completed timely, properly, and successfully.
• Evaluates new technology and products on an on-going basis to ensure the best in facilities systems and makes recommendations to Facilities Manager.
• Makes recommendations and suggestions to the Facilities Manager to improve the safe, efficient, and effective operations of Cary Academy.
• Works effectively with other Cary Academy departments to ensure the needs of the Cary Academy community are met.
• Engages actively in the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work in furtherance of Cary Academy’s commitment to equity and justice. In conjunction with manager, identifies and pursues ongoing professional development. Completes all required administrative, operational, and professional development tasks and activities in a responsive and timely manner per school operating policies and procedures. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.
  
  

Job Details

Description

Responsible for installation, maintenance and repair of all mechanical, electrical, and HVAC equipment for the facilities and grounds. Supports the Director of Facilities in ensuring that all campus facilities are maintained in a safe and clean condition at all times; works closely with other members of the CA community to ensure that facilities remain available for school events and activities as needed.

• Maintains all phases of general, electrical, and HVAC maintenance, and site services, for all campus facilities. Inspects facility systems daily to ensure that systems are operating safely, effectively, and efficiently.
• Performs and completes work so facilities service requests are completed effectively and efficiently with minimal interruption to campus activity. This may include working additional hours or alternate work schedule.
• Coordinates on site work by outside companies and contractors for major work and service contracts determined not to be handled internally. Maintains professional relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure their timely service and support.
• Provides input to the facilities Manager in the development and execution of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program for all campus facilities and equipment.
• Submits purchase requests and orders for all equipment, tools, and supplies for the department.
• Follows all federal and state regulations as well as Cary Academy policy pertaining to fire, electric, HVAC, safety, and other applicable areas; makes sure that all inspections are completed timely, properly, and successfully.
• Evaluates new technology and products on an on-going basis to ensure the best in facilities systems and makes recommendations to Facilities Manager.
• Makes recommendations and suggestions to the Facilities Manager to improve the safe, efficient, and effective operations of Cary Academy.
• Works effectively with other Cary Academy departments to ensure the needs of the Cary Academy community are met.
• Engages actively in the school’s diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism work in furtherance of Cary Academy’s commitment to equity and justice. In conjunction with manager, identifies and pursues ongoing professional development. Completes all required administrative, operational, and professional development tasks and activities in a responsive and timely manner per school operating policies and procedures. Performs other projects and duties as assigned.
  
  

The individual in this position must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of general facility operations and appropriate maintenance requirements.
• Preferred strong background in electrical and HVAC systems and controls.
• Excellent skills in using hand tools, power tools, test equipment, and other maintenance equipment.
  
  

The Individual In This Position Is Expected To

• Read and interpret blueprints and engineering specifications.
• Be able to lift and move 80 pounds of materials and/or equipment on a regular basis.
• Operate equipment and/or vehicles for extended periods of time in a safe manner.
• Pay attention to detail and accuracy essential, as well as proven ability to handle a multiple-task, pressure-deadline work environment.
• Work collegially with employees, parents and members of the Cary Academy and external community in a highly collaborative environment. Work effectively with vendors, contractors, and/or other business partners, professionals, and outside organizations.
• Maintain confidentiality and interact with students, parents, and employees as well as internal and external constituents with sensitivity and understanding.
• Perform position responsibilities in a professional manner that models and ensures a diverse, equitable, and inclusive learning and work environment and upholds the school’s commitment to its cornerstones (the mission, the vision, the values, the beliefs, the employee culture and the portraits of a teacher and a graduate).
• Maintain a commitment to ongoing professional learning and growth, including adapting tothe ongoing usage of technology at Cary Academy.
• Meet the expectation of regular, predictable, and reliable attendance.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
  
  

Education: Associate’s degree and/or license (or willingness to obtain) in related field.

Experience: 5 years of experience in all facets of facility maintenance with strong background in electrical and HVAC systems and controls. Experience in an educational setting preferred.

Equivalency: Directly related experience or a combination of directly related education and experience may be considered in place of the above requirements.

Days: In general, this position is scheduled to work on campus Monday through Friday year-round, but is expected to work as necessary to ensure that position responsibilities are consistently met. There may be certain work requirements that could result in a need for temporary modification of this schedule, including work in the evenings, on the weekend, or during school holiday breaks. Such schedule changes are determined in coordination with the Director of Facilities.

Hours: This position is scheduled to work 40 hours per week. The actual times worked are determined by the supervisor and may fluctuate given the nature and seasonality of this position and are determined in coordination with the Division manager. This position may be called upon after hours and on weekends to respond to facility and/or security emergencies.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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