General Services Technician

Bwscampus; Brentwood (MD); On-site; USD 28,929 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Brentwood School in Maryland is seeking a full-time General Services Technician reporting to the Facilities Manager. This hands-on role blends custodial upkeep with event support, keeping classrooms, offices, and outdoor spaces clean, safe, and welcoming across East and West campuses.

You will set up spaces for events, assist with deliveries, perform light maintenance, monitor safety, and participate in health and OSHA training.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in custodial, facilities, building maintenance, or event support.
• Experience operating cleaning and facilities equipment (buffers, power washers, vacuums, floor polishers) preferred.
• Ability to work assigned shifts, including Saturdays.
• Excellent customer service orientation and professional demeanor with students, staff, and guests.
• Strong communication, collaboration, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varied indoor/outdoor environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces across East and West campuses; mop, sweep, vacuum, buff, and spot clean.
• Wash and disinfect restrooms; replenish toilet paper, soap, and towels.
• Clean doors, glass, sinks, and counters; remove marks from walls and doors.
• Empty waste baskets; manage trash and recycling throughout the day.
• Prepare event spaces by arranging chairs, tables, staging, and equipment.
• Assist during events by monitoring spaces and addressing spills or needs.
• Conduct post-event clean-up and return items to storage.
• Coordinate with Events Manager on setups and supplies.

Skills

Custodial experience

Facilities maintenance

Event support

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

Brentwood School inspires every student to:

Think critically and creatively.

Act ethically.

Shape a future with meaning.

BRENTWOOD SCHOOL

Brentwood School, a vibrant and diverse K-12 independent school, is looking for a full-time General Services Technician to begin as soon as possible, reporting to the Facilities Manager.

The General Services Technician is a vital member of the Brentwood School community, responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, welcoming, and well‑prepared campus for students, staff, and guests. This is a hands‑on, service‑oriented role that blends facilities upkeep with event support into a single unified position. Technicians keep the school’s buildings and grounds in excellent condition on a daily basis and are the team that brings events to life — setting up spaces, supporting activities as they happen, and restoring areas when they conclude. The work shifts naturally with the rhythm of the school day and event calendar, and every Technician is cross‑trained and expected to contribute across all areas of the role. General Services Technicians take pride in their work, communicate proactively, and consistently deliver the highest level of care and service to the Brentwood School community.

Shift Options:

Morning (6:00 a.m.–2:30 p.m.) | Mid (10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m.) | Evening (2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m.)

Duties & Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of all assigned classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces across East and West campuses, including mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, buffing, and spot cleaning
• Wash and disinfect restrooms thoroughly, including floors, fixtures, toilets, toilet seats, hand dryers, and mirrors; replenish toilet tissue, soap, and paper towels as needed
• Clean entrance and exit doors, glass, hardware, drinking fountains, kitchen sinks, and counters; remove finger marks from walls, doors, and partitions
• Empty all waste baskets and garbage cans throughout campus; place garbage in designated outdoor storage bins; monitor and maintain trash and recycling receptacles throughout the day
• Sweep walks, entrances, and exterior areas; pressure wash designated areas on a scheduled basis
• Prepare event spaces ahead of each event by pre‑cleaning the area and arranging chairs, tables, staging, risers, tents, heaters, lecterns, flags, furnishings, and any other required equipment
• Wipe down all furniture and surfaces before events; place and position trash and recycling receptacles throughout event areas
• Be present and attentive during events — monitor spaces, respond promptly to spills or needs, and proactively address any issues that arise to ensure a smooth experience for attendees
• Conduct full breakdown of all event furniture, equipment, and decorations following each event, returning items to proper storage in an organized manner
• Perform thorough post‑event cleaning of all spaces, restoring them to full readiness
• Maintain organized storage and distribution systems for event equipment and supplies; work with the Events Manager and General Services Supervisor to coordinate setups and communicate needs
• Assist the Facilities Department with receiving, moving, and distributing packages and deliveries across campus
• Arrange furnishings and equipment for meetings, classroom activities, and other campus functions as directed
• Perform and report minor maintenance and repair needs to the supervisor; report safety, sanitary, and fire hazards, damages, and acts of vandalism through the appropriate work request system
• Maintain, clean, and properly store all equipment used in the course of work
• Drive as needed on behalf of the employer, subject to a satisfactory background check result on employee’s driving record
• Participate in the Facilities Department training program and all required health, safety, and OSHA training
• Must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to support the ongoing mission of the school
• Comply with all Brentwood School policies and the Staff Handbook
• Engage in professional and personal development with a consistent commitment to growth
• Commitment to fairness and to fostering community
• Participate and initiate opportunities that demonstrate one’s growth, knowledge, and skills
• Other duties as assigned by the Facilities Manager, General Services Supervisor, or Senior Administrative Team

Qualifications & Personal Qualities

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in custodial, facilities, building maintenance, or event support
• Experience operating cleaning and facilities equipment, including buffers, power washers, vacuums, and floor polishers, is preferred
• Ability to work an assigned shift consistently, including Saturdays as needed
• Excellent customer service orientation and professional demeanor in all interactions with students, staff, and guests
• Strong communication, collaboration, teamwork, and organizational skills
• Flexibility and a positive attitude — comfortable shifting between tasks and responding to changing priorities throughout the day
• A sense of humor, energy, and genuine enthusiasm for supporting the school community
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.; regularly sit, stand, turn, bend, and reach; work in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions
• English‑speaking preferred; clear driving record required
• An interest in and openness to professional growth and development
• A commitment to fairness and to fostering an inclusive, welcoming campus community

While being vaccinated for COVID-19 is not required, it is strongly recommended.

COMPENSATION:

Brentwood School's employment requirements vary, from positions requiring no experience to those needing 20+ years of expert experience. Our salary range includes all levels of experience, from $21 - $25 per hour. Salaries are determined based on years of experience, education, full‑or‑part‑time status, the category of the role, and the number of months of worked per school year. Salary ranges do not include benefits, i.e. 403b retirement matching, paid lunchtime, free breakfast and lunch, free parking, subsidy toward medical, dental, vision, life/AD&D plans, and generous time off. The pay range is an estimate and is not guaranteed. If hired, your actual base salary will be determined by your education, experience, and category.

For more information about our school, please visit the school’s website: www.bwscampus.com.