Maintenance Technician

New Story Schools (PA); Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life insurance

HSA contributions

Job summary

New Story Schools is seeking a Maintenance Technician to help create and maintain safe, functional learning environments across multiple campuses in Pennsylvania. You will perform general repairs, preventive maintenance, and facility improvements to keep our schools running smoothly every day.

This floating role supports New Story Harrisburg, New Cumberland, Carlisle, Lancaster, and River Rock Academy Lancaster locations, requiring travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least two years of experience in general maintenance or repair.
• Basic knowledge of drywall repair, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between regional school sites.
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

• Perform general repairs, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections across school facilities.
• Maintain building grounds, equipment, and tools to ensure operational readiness.
• Address and resolve maintenance requests promptly to prevent safety hazards.
• Support snow removal, landscaping, and facility upkeep throughout the year.

Skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical work

Carpentry

Painting

Driver's license

Travel between sites

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

As a Maintenance Technician at New Story Schools, you will help create and maintain safe, functional, and welcoming learning environments for students and staff. You will perform general repairs, preventive maintenance, and facility improvements that keep our schools running smoothly every day.

This is a floating Maintenance Technician position supporting multiple New Story and River Rock Academy locations and will travel to different locations based on business needs, including:

New Story Harrisburg – 2700 Commerce Dr, Harrisburg, PA 17110

New Story New Cumberland – 774 Limekiln Rd, New Cumberland, PA 17070

New Story Carlisle – 346 York Rd, Carlisle, PA 17013

New Story Lancaster – 3710 Hempland Rd, Mountville, PA 17554

River Rock Academy Lancaster – 2124 Ambassador Dr, Lancaster, PA 17603

What You’ll Need

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years of experience in general maintenance or repair services
• Basic knowledge of drywall repair, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical systems
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between regional school sites
• Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and commitment to safety

What You’ll Do

• Perform general repairs, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting
• Conduct preventative maintenance and safety inspections across school facilities
• Maintain building grounds, equipment, and tools to ensure operational readiness
• Address and resolve maintenance requests promptly to prevent safety hazards
• Support snow removal, landscaping, and facility upkeep throughout the year

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
• Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
• Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
• 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
• Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you

At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.

New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].