General Maintenance

Pine Crest Preparatory School Inc; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Pine Crest Preparatory School Inc in Boca Raton, FL is seeking a capable General Maintenance employee. The role requires at least 5 years of general maintenance, the ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms, and experience with welding and basic plumbing tasks.

Responsibilities include painting prep, facility inspections, and operating various tools and lifts to service school buildings. Valid driver’s license and computer use for work orders are expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 5 years of general maintenance experience.
• Ability to climb ladders and work from heights, including scaffolding or lifts.
• Proficiency with basic computer work orders and maintenance software.

Responsibilities

• Supports school maintenance and safety programs per policies.
• Inspects buildings for cracks, damages, and surface wear; coordinates repairs.
• Performs masonry, painting prep, and related finishing work.
• Operates welding equipment and power tools as needed.
• Maintains plumbing and irrigation systems and pool equipment.
• Reports unsafe conditions to supervisor and maintains equipment.
• Erects scaffolding, sets up ladders, and uses boom lifts for high work.

Skills

General maintenance

Problem solving

Communication

Organization

Welding

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Ladders

Scaffolding

Scissor lift

Boom lift

Power tools

Paint equipment

Compressors

Sandblasters

Spray equipment

Job description

PurposeThe General Maintenance employee is a jack-of-all-trades, with knowledge of maintenance procedures and basic tools and appliances. To excel in this position, you must be an outstanding problem-solver with exceptional communication and organizational skills.Essential Job FunctionsSupports the School’s mission statement and the philosophy of the department and adheres to School policies and procedures, including but not limited to what is outlined in the Employee HandbookUtilizes the facilities management software systemDocuments building surfaces for cracks in walls, floor coverings (that need replacing) or other building deficienciesPerforms general masonry and other such building structural and finish surface workWelds with electric arc or gas welderAssists with the installation, repair and maintenance of plumbing systems such as the landscaping irrigation system and swimming pool systemsEnsures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and suppliesReports unsafe conditions and building/equipment damage to Supervisor and/or Facilities DirectorAssists in Crisis Management OperationsApplies protective and decorative paint, varnish, lacquer and/or related material to interior and exterior surface of buildings, furniture, equipment and other structuresWashes, scrapes, sands, torches and/or smooths, interior and exterior surfaces prior to painting, varnishing, lacquering or applying other related materialsCleans equipment, paint mixing areas, and work areaOperates compressors, striping machines, sandblasters, spray equipment, and other small power equipmentOperates heavy lift equipment including scissors, and boom swing stage to heights up to 80 feetErects various types of scaffolding, staging ladders, and planks to reach surfaces of work areaDetermines appropriate color for new or replacement applications through consultation with school personnelPrepares and implements line stripping layouts streets and parking lotsIdentifies and handles safely the appropriate disposal of paints, stains, preparatory and undercoating materials and other hazardous materialsHas knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials and application techniques common to the painting tradeDemonstrates ability to manage frequent interruptions; varying and unpredictable situations; demands due to multiple calls and inquiriesPerforms other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Department Supervisor or their designeeJob QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or equivalentExperience and QualificationsMinimum 5 years’ work experience in general maintenanceMust be capable of climbing ladders and working from a high lift or scaffolding.Must be capable of operating a forklift and any other heavy equipment necessary to complete a given task.Must be able to use a computer to generate work orders/retrieve work ordersCertifications and LicensesMust have a valid and current driver’s license