Preschool Maintenance Technician

Chesterbrook-Academy; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Paid time off

Childcare tuition discounts

Job summary

Chesterbrook-Academy in Columbia, South Carolina, is seeking a facilities maintenance technician to perform general repairs across our campuses, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, patching, and basic electrical work.

The role supports classrooms and school operations by helping with equipment setup, room configurations, event prep, and routine inspections; you will coordinate with vendors, travel between sites, and document maintenance activities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; trade training is a plus.
• Must pass state background checks and fingerprint clearance.
• Able to respond to occasional after-hours emergencies.
• 2–5 years of general building maintenance experience, preferably in schools or multi-site environments.
• Physically able to lift up to 50lbs (up to 100lbs occasionally) outdoors and indoors.
• Customer-service mindset with strong communication skills.
• Basic computer competency (MS Office, Google Suite).
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Basic computer

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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.
• 2–5 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