On-Call Facilities Assistant

Episcopal School of Nashville; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Episcopal School of Nashville is seeking an On-Call Facilities Assistant to support the safe, functional, and welcoming operation of the campus. This role provides coverage when the Facilities Manager is unavailable and may assist with maintenance or campus projects.

This is a part-time, hourly, as-needed position with no guaranteed hours. The role involves basic maintenance, responding to requests, and coordinating access for vendors while upholding safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance and facilities operations.
• Ability to recognize when to escalate repairs to licensed professionals.
• Strong judgment and dependable work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic building, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to routine facilities requests from school employees.
• Identify urgent maintenance or safety concerns and report promptly.
• Assist with opening, closing, and securing designated campus areas.
• Support setup and breakdown for school events.
• Move furniture, equipment, deliveries, and supplies as needed.
• Provide campus access to approved vendors and contractors.

Skills

Experience in facilities

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Clear communication

Job description

On-Call Facilities Assistant

Position Type: Part-time, hourly, as needed

Reports To: Facilities Manager / Head of School

Location: Episcopal School of Nashville

Position Overview

Episcopal School of Nashville seeks a reliable and skilled On-Call Facilities Assistant to support the safe, functional, and welcoming operation of the school's campus.

This person will provide coverage when the Facilities Manager is absent due to illness, vacation, or other leave and may also assist the Facilities Manager with specific maintenance or campus projects. This is an as-needed position with no guaranteed number of hours. Some assignments may arise on short notice.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic building, grounds, and equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to routine facilities requests from school employees.
• Identify urgent maintenance or safety concerns and report them promptly to the appropriate administrator.
• Assist with opening, closing, and securing designated campus areas.
• Support setup and breakdown for school events.
• Move furniture, equipment, deliveries, and supplies as needed.
• Assist the Facilities Manager with designated maintenance, repair, and improvement projects.
• Provide campus access to approved vendors and contractors when assigned.
• Use tools and equipment safely and return them to their proper locations.
• Follow all school safety, security, and emergency procedures.
• Maintain appropriate discretion and professionalism while working around students, employees, and families.
• Complete other facilities-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, construction, repair work, or a related field.
• General knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to recognize when a repair requires a licensed professional or additional support.
• Strong judgment, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow established procedures.
• Clear and timely communication.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to report to campus when assignments are accepted.
• Successful completion of required background and reference checks.

Physical Requirements

The position requires the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to:

• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Stand, walk, bend, reach, and climb ladders.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Safely operate basic tools and maintenance equipment.

Schedule and Compensation

Hours will vary according to school needs and may include weekday coverage, school breaks, and occasional evening or weekend assignments. Assignments may involve planned project work or short-notice coverage.

Compensation is $20-25 per hour.