Maintenance Technician

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance

401k with Match

Open Door Policy

Family-oriented workplace

Job summary

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service multiple school locations in Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest, Garner, Apex, Clayton, and Cary. This hands-on role keeps classrooms, common areas, and outdoor spaces safe and welcoming for children and staff.

You will perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, coordinate with vendors, and travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years maintenance experience in commercial or residential setting.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Own tools required (see list).

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventative maintenance, general repairs, and facility improvements.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot facility issues and coordinate with vendors.
• Ensure work areas are safe, clean, and secure, especially in child-accessible spaces.
• Utilize Service Channel to manage work orders.
• Travel between sites to perform repairs.
• Support pool cleaning/prepping/closing if applicable.
• Handle chemicals and safety protocols.
• Provide suggestions for improvements in operational or energy efficiency.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Travel between sites

Safety-conscious

Problem solving

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drill

Impact driver

Screwdrivers

Hammer

Electrical meter

Voltage detector

Wrenches

Job description

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is a private early childhood education organization seekinga Maintenance Technician!

This role requires travel between assigned school locations in Fuquay-Varina, Wake Forest, Garner, Apex, Clayton, and Cary.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, solution-oriented professional who is passionate about creating safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments for children and staff.

To be QUALIFIED for this position

• A high school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a commercial or residential setting
• A valid driver’s license
• The ability to pass all background checks
• Candidates must have their own set of tools, including but not limited to: drill, impact driver, various sizes of screwdrivers, hammer, electric meter, voltage detector, and wrenches

Compensation: $55,000-$60,000 annually

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

• Competitive Pay
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy

Our Hiring Process:

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with Recruiter (30 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Facilities Manager and Vice President of Real Estate (45 minutes)
• Onsite with Regional Director (45 minutes)
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance, preventative maintenance, general repairs, and facility improvements to interior and exterior spaces
• Diagnose and troubleshoot facility issues, completing repairs or coordinating with vendors as needed
• Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and secure, especially in child-accessible spaces
• Utilize Service Channel to receive, track, and complete work orders
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with center staff, landlord, and vendors
• Travel between sites to perform repairs, including minor plumbing, HVAC filter changes, painting, irrigation work, carpentry, electrical work, and more
• Support the cleaning, prepping, and closing of swimming pools (if applicable)
• Responsibly handle chemicals and follow safety protocols
• Provide suggestions for improvements in operational or energy efficiency

Physical Requirements:

The role involves a range of physical activities necessary for performing maintenance work effectively and safely:

• Standing: Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods
• Walking/Moving: Frequently moving throughout the facility to access various work areas and equipment, sometimes over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Bending, Kneeling, Crouching, and Stooping: Positioning oneself to access equipment and perform tasks, including under desks and within confined areas
• Lifting and Carrying: Regularly lifting and moving equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently; heavier items (75–100 lbs) lifted with team assistance
• Pushing and Pulling: Exerting force to move equipment, tools, and other objects
• Climbing: Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and working from elevated positions or on scaffolding

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

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