Maintenance Technician

Nimble; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascend in Brooklyn is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform preventive maintenance, repairs, and safety improvements across school facilities. You will handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical tasks, carpentry, painting, and furniture moves, reporting to the Director of Facilities.

The role requires 2–5 years in facilities or mechanical work, a NYS driver's license, and the ability to lift 50 lbs. Starting wage is $28 per hour with equitable compensation.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• New York State Driver's License and ability to commute between school sites.
• 2–5 years' experience in facility maintenance and mechanical roles.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Repair structural damages such as repairing sheetrock/drywall, carpentry, painting.
• Perform plumbing related duties such as fixing leaking faucets, toilet sinks etc.
• Perform basic electrical repairs including replacing bulbs, ballast and fixtures as needed.
• Complete painting assignments.
• Monitor and replace emergency lighting, exit signs, and door entry battery units.
• Recognize potential safety issues in and around the building and grounds and act to correct.
• Build, repair and install counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, and trim; use carpenter’s hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to assemble, move, and (re)arrange furniture.
• Mount objects to and repair walls.
• Be able to Change locks, outlets, lightbulbs, ballast, switches, thermostats, filters, flushometers, toilet seats and covers.
• Ensure that the work site and conditions are safe
• Make independent assessments for repair and maintenance needs while assisting and following the directives of the Facility Director.

Job description

About Ascend

Ascend is Brooklyn’s premier K–12 public charter network, committed to graduating high-achieving students who have access to boundless choice in their futures—not only through college acceptance, but through meaningful preparation for career readiness and thriving adult lives.

Across our schools, we pair rigorous academics with strong systems, supportive adult culture, and a deep belief in students’ brilliance and potential. Our work is grounded in the understanding that preparing students for long‑term success requires excellence in instruction, intentional culture‑building, and disciplined execution at every level of the organization.

At Ascend, adults are held to high standards because our students deserve nothing less. How we teach, lead, collaborate, and make decisions every day directly shapes the opportunities our students will have tomorrow.

Join us in shaping learning environments where curiosity is nurtured, excellence is the norm, and every student is prepared for a lifetime of boundless choice.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• New York State Driver's License
• Ability to commute between school sites
• 2-5 years' experience in facility maintenance and mechanical roles

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance of buildings and grounds.
• Repair structural damages such as repairing sheetrock/drywall, carpentry, painting etc.
• Perform plumbing related duties as needed such as fixing leaking faucets, toilet sinks etc.
• Perform basic electrical repairs including replacing bulbs, ballast and fixtures as needed.
• Complete painting assignments.
• Monitor and replace emergency lighting, exit signs, and door entry battery units.
• Recognize potential safety issues in and around the building and grounds and act to correct.
• Build, repair and install counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, and trim; use carpenter’s hand tools and power tools.
• Be able to assemble, move, and (re)arrange furniture.
• Mount objects to and repair walls.
• Be able to Change locks, outlets, lightbulbs, ballast, switches, thermostats, filters, flushometers, toilet seats and covers.
• Ensure that the work site and conditions are safe
• Make independent assessments for repair and maintenance needs while assisting and following the directives of the Facility Director.

Skills and Traits:

• Knowledge of HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical and general construction/carpentry
• Ability to use a computer and to learn new programs
• Physical requirements include stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders
• Ability to lift 50 lbs

Staff and reporting relationships

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Director of Facilities.

Compensation

Initial salary offers for this position start at $28 per hour. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience and levels of attained education.