School Facilities Technician – Maintenance & Upkeep

St Bernards School Inc.; New York; On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Bernard’s School, located on the Upper East Side, is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance role for a 12-month period.

The position focuses on daily upkeep, preventive maintenance, and custodial duties to ensure a safe, clean environment for students and staff. Under the Director of Facilities, the role includes emergencies, after-hours support, and scheduled inspections, with attention to safety and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of building maintenance experience, preferably in a school or educational setting.
• Must have FDNY Certificate of Fitness S-95 and F-07, or obtain both certifications within three months of employment.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders, scaffolds, and stairs safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily routine and preventative maintenance throughout the school building.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and ensure work is completed safely and to a high standard.
• Report unsafe conditions to the Director of Facilities or Building Mechanic.
• Assist the building mechanic with projects as needed.
• Perform snow and ice removal at entrances and walkways to maintain safe access.

Skills

Building maintenance

Safety procedures

Hand tools

Power equipment

Tools

Aerial lifts

Power tools

Job description

St. Bernard’s School, located on the Upper East Side, is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance role for a 12-month period.

The position focuses on daily upkeep, preventive maintenance, and custodial duties to ensure a safe, clean environment for students and staff. Under the Director of Facilities, the role includes emergencies, after-hours support, and scheduled inspections, with attention to safety and professionalism.