Maintenance Worker, South County Academy

Urban League of Rhode Island; Exeter (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual/ASL premium 6%

Multilingual premium 8%

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island is seeking a Maintenance Worker for South County Academy in Exeter, RI. The role covers general upkeep, repairs, and safe operation of buildings and property to keep environments welcoming for students and staff.

The position requires maintenance experience and the ability to troubleshoot common issues. Bilingual/ASL skills add a 6% premium; multilingual adds 8%. On-site work with potential on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or related trade.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting.
• Independent, organized, and able to create a safe, attractive environment for staff.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair common building issues.
• Experience in residential facilities or schools is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance, repair, and safe operation of buildings and property.
• Ensure systems remain functional, well maintained, and clean.
• Respond to on-call or emergency maintenance as needed.
• Assist with minor renovations and upkeep tasks.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Painting

Troubleshooting

Safety awareness

Bilingual ASL premium

Multilingual premium

Job description

Maintenance Worker, South County Academy

Employer: Family Service of Rhode Island

Exeter, RI 02822

Contact: Genesis Fuentes

Phone: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

Job Description

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary: The Maintenance staff is responsible for the general maintenance, repair, and safe operation of South County Academy buildings and property. This role ensures buildings, equipment, and systems remain functional, well maintained, and clean.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related trade.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting
• Independent, organized individual who takes pride in creating an attractive environment for students and fellow staff
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair common building issues.
• Experience maintaining residential facilities or schools preferred .
• Knowledge of fire door inspections, boiler systems, or HVAC systems preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay.

Physical Requirements

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Work Environment

• Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
• On-call or emergency response may be required.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits.

Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities.

Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.

Requirements

Salary Levels

$0.00 - $0.00

Positions Available

There are 1 positions available at this time.

Application Period

Thursday, August 06, 2026 through Tuesday, October 06, 2026

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