School Facilities Technician - Early Morning, Part-Time

Urban Community School; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

On-site fitness center

Casual work attire

Employee discounts

Job summary

Urban Community School in Cleveland is seeking a Skilled Maintenance Technician to support safe, reliable campus operations. This part-time, hands-on role begins at 5:30 a.m.

and includes routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and project work across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building systems. The ideal candidate is dependable, skilled in multiple trades, able to work independently, and proactive in addressing issues with campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or facilities work.
• Experience in a school, institutional, or multi-building environment preferred.
• Valid driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and skilled repairs on plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, doors, locks, fixtures, and other building systems.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine whether repairs can be completed internally or require an outside contractor.
• Assemble, install, repair, and relocate furniture, shelving, equipment, and other campus fixtures.
• Complete minor repairs to restrooms, classrooms, offices, athletic spaces, and common areas.
• Repair and adjust doors, hinges, closers, locks, cabinetry, hardware, and related equipment.
• Replace light fixtures, bulbs, switches, outlets, and other components within the appropriate scope of the position.
• Address minor plumbing issues, including faucets, toilets, drains, fixtures, and leaks.
• Conduct early‑morning walkthroughs and building checks to identify maintenance or safety concerns before the start of the school day.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and maintain appropriate records.
• Monitor building systems and equipment and report concerns requiring specialized service.
• Respond promptly to urgent maintenance needs that could affect school operations or safety.
• Help ensure classrooms, offices, athletic facilities, and shared spaces are safe and ready for daily use.
• Support seasonal facility needs and campus projects.
• Complete work orders using the UCS ticketing systems in a timely manner and communicate the status of repairs and projects.
• Coordinate with the Facilities Manager and Operations Manager team to prioritize daily and longer‑term maintenance needs.
• Assist with room setups, furniture moves, deliveries, and facility projects.
• Work appropriately with outside contractors and vendors when assigned.
• Maintain tools, equipment, maintenance areas, and supplies in a safe and organized manner.
• Follow all safety procedures and immediately communicate significant facility or safety concerns.
• Provide occasional evening or weekend support for events, emergencies, or time‑sensitive facility needs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independence

Hand tools

Reliability

Communication

Discretion

Job description

Urban Community School in Cleveland is seeking a Skilled Maintenance Technician to support safe, reliable campus operations. This part-time, hands-on role begins at 5:30 a.m.

and includes routine repairs, preventative maintenance, and project work across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building systems. The ideal candidate is dependable, skilled in multiple trades, able to work independently, and proactive in addressing issues with campus facilities.