Maintenance Associate

KIPP New Orleans Schools; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Health and wellbeing benefits starting

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

KIPP New Orleans Schools is seeking a Maintenance Associate to perform skilled trades in our school facilities. Under supervision, you will handle HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and general repairs to ensure safe, clean, and well-maintained buildings and grounds that support teaching and learning.

You will complete daily walkthroughs, respond to tickets, coordinate with supervisors, assist with events, and support custodial and grounds tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2–4+ years general building maintenance or a primary trade (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting).
• Basic building systems knowledge; hand/power tool safety; PPE; LOTO awareness.
• Proficiency with email/sheets for communication and inventory/logs; flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repairs.
• Complete daily facility walkthroughs and respond to tickets with prioritized timeframes.
• Inspect facilities weekly; complete NolaPS inspections and quarterly roof checks.
• Assist in setup/breakdown of events; maintain records and coordinate with supervisor and vendors.
• Support custodial and grounds duties; operate safely and track work orders.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical

Carpentry

Painting

Plumbing

Hand/power tool safety

Loto awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS mobile app

Email

Sheets

Job description

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor and guidance of School Operations Leaders of each school, the Maintenance Associate performs detail oriented, skilled maintenance and repair work on KNOS buildings, grounds and equipment. KNOS Facilities Maintenance Associate requires a basic working knowledge of the building trades related to facilities maintenance and repair. This position is associated with the general upkeep and maintenance of KNOS facilities and grounds. The Maintenance Associate position requires a working knowledge of a variety of building trades including HVAC, carpentry and electrical maintenance as they relate to the upgrade, maintenance and repair of KNOS facilities. This position requires an individual who embraces and embodies the mission and values of KIPP New Orleans Schools with a relentless mindset. The Maintenance Associate plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe and optimal functioning of our school facilities, creating a conducive environment for teaching and learning reflecting the high level of excellence at the core of our mission.

The responsibilities and essential functions of the role include:

Facility Maintenance (80%):

• Complete daily full facility walkthroughs to proactively address visible facility maintenance issues before receiving a repair request/ticket

• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general repairs

• Respond promptly to maintenance tickets/requests and address issues efficiently

• Prioritize facility tickets so that 90% of tickets are responded to within 12 hours, 80% are resolved within 40 hours, and 95% are resolved within 5 days.

• Conduct regular inspections/weekly walkthroughs of facilities to identify and report maintenance needs

• Complete 100% of NolaPS inspection items by stated deadline

• Complete quarterly internal roof inspections

• Assist in the setup and breakdown of school events, meetings, and activities, ensuring that spaces are well-prepared and clean

• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, including work orders, inventory, and equipment inspections

• Assemble furniture as requested/needed

• Purchase materials for repairs with the approval of the Maintenance Supervisor

• Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor, School Operations Leader, and other team members to ensure efficient completion of tasks

• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs and services

• Communicate effectively with school staff to understand and address specific maintenance needs

Custodial and Grounds Support (10%):

• Complete daily facility walkthrough to identify any gaps in custodial service and communicate gaps to supervisor to ensure 80%+ of staff agree that building is safe, clean, and well-maintained

• Assist with custodial duties such as cleaning classrooms, common areas, and restrooms as needed/requested by supervisor.

• Complete daily outdoor sweep to ensure all grounds are well-maintained including fields, sidewalks, and parking lots

• Perform seasonal tasks to support overall ground maintenance and cleanliness

Equipment and Tool Management (5%):

• Properly use and maintain tools and equipment for maintenance tasks

• Report any faulty equipment and coordinate with the supervisor for repairs or replacements

• Support servicing school passenger vans quarterly

• Assist in the delivery of supplies from the SSC and/or between campuses

Safety Compliance (5%):

• Secure buildings ahead of forecasted storm and complete pre-storm checklist

• Complete post-storm checklist

• Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines to create a secure environment for all stakeholders

• Report safety hazards and take corrective actions as needed

• Complete fire watch logs if needed

Qualifications:

The following are required for the role:

• Education & Credentials: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Experience: 2–4+ years general building maintenance or a primary trade (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting)

• Knowledge: Basic building systems, hand/power tool safety, LOTO awareness, ladder/fall safety, PPE.

• Technical Skills & Tools: Email/Sheets for communication and inventory/parts logs. Ability to work flexible schedule

The following are strongly preferred for the role:

• Experience working around children/public settings (schools, libraries, healthcare)

• Work order triage, classroom safety, and custodial/repair interfaces and/or ticketing systems

• Basic BMS familiarity (acknowledge alarms, adjust schedules with guidance)

• Use of CMMS mobile app (receive/close WOs, attach photos, time entry).

• Willingness to cross-train across trades; bilingual helpful.

• EPA 608 Type I (small appliances) or Type II; aerial-lift/forklift card; manufacturer trainings (door hardware, VCT, finishes).

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• While performing the duties of this job, the individual is regularly required to communicate information and ideas effectively so others will understand.

• Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations, including noisy environments such as cafeterias and playgrounds, to more moderate situations such as classrooms or large group professional settings.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

• This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers and various digital devices, and one needs to be able to read, analyze, and interpret data (emails, memos, letters, etc.) and maintain visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of time.

• Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds independently; standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and working indoors and outdoors for extended periods.

• Duties may require traveling to other school facilities using employee's personal transportation.

• This is a full-time, 100% on-site position; Regular work hours, Monday through Friday, will be established with your supervisor. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Work Authorization

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Commitments

• Maintain a friendly, respectful, professional and courteous attitude with all people, including all KNOS employees, Board members, community and philanthropic partners, funders, and vendors.

• Model superior customer service behavior by maintaining positive relationships with all KNOS stakeholders.

• Contribute as a positive and effective team member; work effectively with other team members to accomplish KNOS goals.

• Be prompt and available for flexible scheduling; be honest and fair in all professional dealings.

Additional Information

• This is an hourly position, and we routinely engage in compensation analysis for all roles across the organization to ensure that we remain competitive in the market

• 403(b) retirement plan – KNOS matches 100% of employee contribution up to the first 5% of salary and any bonuses. Vested immediately in 403(b)

• KNOS employees are eligible for health and wellbeing benefits starting the first day of the month following their Date of Hire

• Comprehensive, customizable health coverage, including disability, life insurance, hospital indemnity, FSAs for health and dependent care, and free dental and vision for employees

• Opportunities for on-going professional development

Disclaimer:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This job description shall not constitute or be construed as a promise of employment or as a contract between KNOS and any of its employees.

KIPP New Orleans Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

At KIPP New Orleans Schools, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran service, genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. KNOS expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on any of the characteristics listed here. Improper interference with the ability of KNOS employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

KNOS complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the KNOS has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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