Maintenance - Madison Public Schools Facilities Department

Applitrack; United States; On-site; USD 96,432,000 - 106,075,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Pension

Job summary

Madison Public Schools seeks a Maintenance Worker to perform journey-level work in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and machine maintenance under the Manager of Operations. This role requires 24/7 on-call access, with background check, medical screening, and drug testing for successful candidates.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED plus 5 years of related experience, knowledge of building systems, and hands-on plumbing, electrical and HVAC skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of high school, vocational school, or GED plus 5 years of related experience or equivalent.
• Knowledge of computerized building systems and general carpentry, plumbing and electrical skills.
• Plumbing focus: inspect, install, repair and replace pipes, valves, meters, traps, fittings and fixtures.

Responsibilities

• Perform journey-level maintenance across carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and related systems.
• Operate and repair building systems to maintain domestic water, gas and electrical supply.
• Utilize computer systems for word processing, spreadsheets, email and scheduling.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Machine maintenance

On-call readiness

Computer/office software

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training

Tools

Multimeter

Hand & power tools

Job description

Maintenance - Madison Public Schools Facilities Department JobID: 3150

• Position Type: Facilities/ Maintenance
• Date Posted: 9/25/2026
• Location: Facilities
• Date Available: 10/19/2026

Madison Public Schools is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Maintenance Worker. This position works under the supervision of the Manager of Operations to perform journey level work in several trades including, carpentry, plumbing repair, electrical repair, HVAC and machine maintenance duties including 24/7 on-call access. Background check, physical and drug screening required for successful candidate.

Job Requirements

Completion of high school, vocational school, or general education degree (GED) plus 5 years of related experience or equivalent. Knowledge of computerized building systems and general carpentry, plumbing and electrical skills. This position will focus on plumbing responsibilities which require knowledge of how to inspect, install, repair and replace pipes, valves, meters, traps, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain domestic water, gas and plumbing systems of the building. Electrical skills should include ability to examine and test elements of electrical systems to locate faults. Ability to use a multimeter, replace motors, starters, faulty switches, outlets, lamps, ballasts, plugs and other elements of electrical systems, fixtures and appliances. HVAC skills include the ability to inspect, install, operate and repair heating, ventilating and cooling equipment. Ability to operate computer systems including word processing, spreadsheets, database, email and calendar systems. Valid CT Driver's License.

Work Schedule

8.0 hours per day / full year

Salary

$33.70 per hour

Benefits

Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Pension

Leave Benefits

Paid holidays, vacation, sick and personal leave

The Madison Public Schools is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all qualified persons. The Madison Public Schools does not discriminate in any employment practices on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability (including, but not limited to, intellectual disability, past or present history of mental disorder, physical disability or learning disability), genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by Connecticut state and/or federal nondiscrimination laws.

An applicant may request any needed accommodation to participate in the job application process. A ten-day notification is required to arrange for such accommodation. The Madison Public Schools encourages those applicants who do not meet the stated qualifications, but, who believe that they possess equivalent qualifications to submit, in addition to their resume, written statements indicating how their background and experience qualify them for the positions. The Madison Public Schools will consider equivalents of the stated minimal qualifications.

The Madison Public Schools does not unlawfully discriminate in employment and licensing against qualified persons with a prior criminal conviction. Inquiries regarding the Madison Public School's nondiscrimination policies should be directed to the Director of Human Resources.

The Madison Public Schools is a welcoming community committed to providing an accepting and safe place for all to learn and work. We believe that diversity enriches our educational community by fostering empathy and critical thinking skills to prepare our students for success in an interconnected world. As such, we are committed to promoting diversity and equity in all aspects of our district, including our hiring practices.