Maintenance Technician

Landon School; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Life and disability insurance

General paid time off

Training and professional development

Free lunch

Job summary

Landon School in Bethesda, Maryland is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities and Operations team. You will perform a broad range of preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance across the campus, ensuring buildings, grounds, and systems are safe and well-maintained for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Regular hours are Monday through Friday with some weekends or extended hours for special events.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in general maintenance, facilities, or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair work.
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment and machinery (e.g., snow plows, lawn equipment).
• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials on a regular basis.
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written).
• Hold a CDL license with school bus endorsement preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair work across campus, including painting, minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment.
• Replace light bulbs, fixtures, and perform basic electrical troubleshooting.
• Support campus operations including event setup and breakdown, furniture moving, and room configurations.
• Assist with carpool operations and other daily campus logistics.
• Maintain cleanliness of campus grounds including trash removal, sweeping, and general upkeep.
• Assist with groundskeeping tasks including grass cutting, landscaping, and seasonal clean-up.
• Operate maintenance equipment and machinery such as snow plows, lawn equipment, and other tools safely and effectively.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Support snow and ice removal efforts during inclement weather.
• Support the general operations of the school such as security, facilities and transportation (including other duties as assigned).

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Troubleshooting

English proficiency

Job description

Details

Posted: 20-Apr-26

Location: Bethesda, Maryland

Type: Full Time

Categories

Landon School seeks a Maintenance Technician t to join our Facilities and Operations team and perform a wide range of preventative, routine, and emergency maintenance task to ensure that the campus safe, clean, and well-maintained for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Landon has 35 acres and 17 buildings.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair work across campus, including painting, minor plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment
• Replace light bulbs, fixtures, and perform basic electrical troubleshooting
• Support campus operations including event setup and breakdown, furniture moving, and room configurations
• Assist with carpool operations and other daily campus logistics
• Maintain cleanliness of campus grounds including trash removal, sweeping, and general upkeep
• Assist with groundskeeping tasks including grass cutting, landscaping, and seasonal clean-up
• Operate maintenance equipment and machinery such as snow plows, lawn equipment, and other tools safely and effectively
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies
• Support snow and ice removal efforts during inclement weather
• Support the general operations of the school such as security, facilities and transportation (including other duties as assigned).

Regular work hours are Monday through Friday with weekends or extended hours for special events

Landon offers a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package that includes:

• health, dental, vision insurance
• a retirement plan with a generous employer match
• life and disability insurance
• general paid time off
• opportunities for additional training and professional development
• free lunch
• and much more

Requirements

• Prior experience in general maintenance, facilities, or a related field preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair work
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving skills
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment and machinery (e.g., snow plows, lawn equipment)
• Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment and materials on a regular basis
• Proficiency in English (verbal and written)
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Hold a CDL license with school bus endorsement preferred, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects (50+ lbs)
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical labor for extended periods
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

About Landon School

Landon School is committed to the ethical, intellectual, and personal development of boys. We challenge and inspire them to think deeply, individually, and broadly; to live with respect and honor; and to grow into healthy, well-rounded men of integrity and character who seek to make a positive difference in the world around them.