Maintenance Technician

Dekalb Academy of Technology & Environment Charter School; Stone Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Dekalb Academy of Technology & Environment Charter School is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and preventive maintenance on school facilities and systems at the Stone Mountain campus. The role involves HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and minor electrical work, handling work orders, and coordinating with vendors to minimize disruption to classrooms.

The position requires basic technical skills, ability to read work orders, and a commitment to safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong equipment maintenance and repair skills for building systems and facilities.
• Experience with preventive maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Effective troubleshooting for mechanical, electrical, and facility issues.
• Background in industrial maintenance or similar environment preferred.
• Knowledge of basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repair techniques.
• Able to read and follow work orders and safety procedures.
• Physically capable of lifting, climbing ladders, and working in confined spaces.
• High school diploma or equivalent; trade training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and minor electrical systems.
• Address work orders and urgent maintenance requests.
• Conduct regular facility checks and provide custodial/grounds support as needed.
• Coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs.
• Maintain maintenance logs and ensure safety and compliance.
• Collaborate with school leadership to minimize disruptions to classrooms.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Maintenance & repair

Preventive maintenance

Troubleshooting

Industrial maintenance

HVAC

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Safety procedures

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Trade/technical training

Job description

Company Description

Dekalb Academy of Technology & Environment Charter School is an education management organization located in Stone Mountain, Georgia. The school focuses on integrating technology and environmental awareness into a rigorous academic program for students. Team members work in a collaborative, mission-driven environment that supports innovation in teaching and school operations. The campus provides a community-oriented setting where staff contribute directly to maintaining a safe, clean, and functional learning environment for students and educators. Applicants can expect a stable workplace with clear expectations and opportunities to support the school’s educational mission through high-quality facility care.

Role Description

The Maintenance Technician is a full-time, on-site role based at the school campus in Stone Mountain, GA. This position is responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance on school facilities, equipment, and building systems to ensure a safe and orderly environment. Daily tasks include inspecting and repairing HVAC, lighting, plumbing, and minor electrical issues; addressing work orders; and responding to urgent maintenance requests. The technician will conduct regular facility checks, perform basic custodial and grounds support as needed, and coordinate with vendors for specialized repairs. The role involves maintaining maintenance logs, following safety and compliance standards, and collaborating with school leadership and staff to minimize disruptions to classroom activities.

Qualifications

• Strong Equipment Maintenance and Maintenance & Repair skills for building systems, tools, and school facilities.


• Experience with Preventive Maintenance practices to reduce downtime and extend the life of equipment.


• Effective Troubleshooting abilities to diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and facility-related issues.


• Background in Industrial Maintenance or similar facility maintenance environments is preferred.


• Knowledge of basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repair techniques.


• Ability to read and follow work orders, safety procedures, and technical instructions.


• Physical ability to lift, move, and operate tools and equipment, and to work on ladders or in confined spaces as needed.


• Strong attention to detail, reliability, and time management skills.


• High school diploma or equivalent; technical or trade school training in maintenance-related fields is a plus.


• Willingness to undergo any required background checks in accordance with school and regulatory requirements.