Multi-Site Facilities Technician: Maintenance & Safety

Episcopal Children's Services, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); Ibrido; USD 40.000 - 65.000; Tempo pieno

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Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) plan with 5% employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Disability insurance

Employer-paid life insurance

Paid holidays

Generous paid time off

Career development

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Descrizione del lavoro

ECS4Kids seeks a Facilities Maintenance Technician to service Head Start and Early Head Start centers in Northeast and Central Florida, including Jacksonville. The role focuses on keeping educational facilities safe, accessible, and well-maintained through hands-on repairs across HVAC, electrical, carpentry and plumbing systems.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, safety monitoring, tool use, parts procurement, and timely documentation.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of programs in multiple trades preferred.
• 3-5 years in HVAC, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing.

Mansioni

• Perform maintenance and repair across Head Start/Early Head Start centers.
• Carry out routine preventative maintenance to keep facilities safe and functional.
• Monitor safety systems and provide improvement feedback.
• Handle plumbing, electrical, HVAC work; build partitions and perform repairs.
• Inspect, diagnose problems and reference blueprints for fixes.
• Procure supplies and repair parts as needed.
• Use common hand and power tools and specialized testing devices.
• Obtain necessary permits and approvals when required by law.
• Document work performed and related costs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Conoscenze

Public interaction

Written communication

Organization

Multi-tasking

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Formazione

High School Diploma/GED

Multiple trades programs preferred

Strumenti

HVAC systems

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

JOIN THE ECS4Kids TEAM

ECS4Kids (formerly Episcopal Children’s Services) is a 2026 Top Workplace that honors young children’s immense potential by helping them enter school ready to learn. We cultivate lifelong learners by immersing children in enriching guided experiences and discovery-oriented approaches. Through programs like Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK), Head Start, School Readiness, Child Care Resource & Referral (CCRR), and more, our dedicated professionals work with families and caregivers throughout Florida to promote children’s well-being. These enable us to strengthen key areas including motor development, cognitive development, social and emotional development, language and communication skills, and problem-solving skills.

Partner with us to help empower communities to rise above generational poverty with comprehensive early childhood education and holistic family support. We have career opportunities available in several counties throughout Northeast and Central Florida.

ECS4Kids offers a competitive benefit package which includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 403(b) plan with 5% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Long-term & short-term disability insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Generous paid time off
• Career development
• Qualifying employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Ensure that the physical environment of all ECS facilities support the delivery of high-quality services to all children and families.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Performs maintenance and repair activities through out all Head Start / Early Head Start centers.
2. Performs routine preventative maintenance to ensure that ECS centers and playgrounds operate efficiently and the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate.
3. Monitor building safety systems and standards and provide feedback and recommendations to ensure all systems operate efficiently and safely.
4. Performs special projects such as repair to plumbing, electrical, air-conditioning and heating systems. Build partitions; make plaster or drywall repairs, repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork and other parts of building structures, painting, etc.
5. Inspect and diagnose problems and determine the best way to correct them, frequently checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs.
6. Obtain supplies and repair parts from distributors or storerooms.
7. Use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, saws, drills, wrenches, and hammers, as well as specialized equipment and electronic testing devices.
8. Secure appropriate permits and/or approval as required by law.
9. Record maintenance and repair work performed and the costs of the work.
10. Other tasks as required by immediate supervisor.

(These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other related marginal duties as required.)

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIP:

• This position reports to the Facilities Coordinator.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of appropriate programs in multiple trades preferred
• 3-5 years related experience (HVAC, Electrical, Carpentry, and Plumbing)

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to work with the public in a tactful and diplomatic manner
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to plan and organize work as well as maintain records and prepare reports
• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work in fast-paced environment
• Strong knowledge of repair and maintenance tasks is essential
• Knowledge of applicable safety hazards and preventions
• Ability to perform tasks with little direct supervision
• Ability to exercise good judgment and emotional maturity
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to use shop mathematics
• Ability to problem-solve

CERTIFICATIONS:

• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile coverage
• Satisfactory Driving Record (as outlined in Vehicle Driving Policy)
• Complete a minimum of 15 hours of in-service training annually, July 1- June 30

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

• Works inside in a child care setting
• Extensive travel to multiple sites required.
• Evening, night or weekend shifts may be necessary and or required

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

• Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction)
• Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
• Ability to communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, heavy lifting and handling of materials.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs.

(Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability)

Background Requirements

A Level II Background Screening which consists of a local, state, and federal criminal check will be completed on all employees and any contracted employee position, intern position or volunteer position in which individuals have contact with children, have access to confidential information and / or are in a position of special trust. To learn more about the system used to conduct these checks, you can use this link - https://info.flclearinghouse.com/