Maintenance Technician

Chesterbrook-Academy; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Discounts

Job summary

Chesterbrook-Academy is seeking a dependable maintenance professional to perform general repairs across multiple preschool locations. You will handle plumbing, carpentry, painting, and electrical work, while coordinating with vendors and campus teams to ensure safety and smooth daily operations.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in building maintenance, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training preferred.
• 2+ years of general building maintenance experience, ideally in schools, childcare, or multi-site environments.
• Must pass all state-required background checks and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.
• Must be able to respond to occasional after-hours emergencies.
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs (occasionally up to 100lbs) and work indoors and outdoors.
• Basic computer competency (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, patching, and electrical work.
• Conduct routine inspections and walkthroughs to identify facility needs and safety risks.
• Support classroom and school operations by assisting with equipment setup, room configurations, and event preparation.
• Complete minor playground, landscaping, fencing, and grounds repairs.
• Monitor and perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, fire suppression, alarms, and vehicles.
• Manage all vendor and contractor activity on campus.
• Build strong, positive working relationships with vendors, contractors, and school teams.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance situations, including weather events or building emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and vendor visits.
• Source and procure maintenance supplies.
• Travel between assigned schools via personal vehicle; mileage reimbursed per company policy.

Skills

General maintenance

Customer service

Computer literacy

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade school or technical training preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Perform general building repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, patching, and electrical work.
• Conduct routine inspections and walkthroughs to identify facility needs and safety risks.
• Support classroom and school operations by assisting with equipment setup, room configurations, and event preparation.
• Complete minor playground, landscaping, fencing, and grounds repairs.
• Monitor and perform preventative maintenance on key systems such as HVAC, fire suppression, alarms, and vehicles.
• Manage all vendor and contractor activity on campus.
• Build strong, positive working relationships with vendors, contractors, and school teams.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance situations, including weather events or building emergencies.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs, inspections, and vendor visits.
• Source and procure maintenance supplies.
• Travel between assigned schools via personal vehicle; mileage reimbursed per company policy.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or GED required; trade school or technical training preferred.
• Must pass all state-required background checks and maintain valid fingerprint clearance.
• Must be able to respond to occasional after-hours emergencies.
• 2+ years of general building maintenance experience, ideally in schools, childcare, or multi-site environments.
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs (occasionally up to 100lbs) and work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Customer-service mentality and strong communication skills.
• Basic computer competency (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Childcare tuition discounts

If you’re excited about making a meaningful impact across multiple preschool communities and enjoy hands-on work that truly matters, we encourage you to .