School Handyman Maintenance

Paradise Christian School; Florida; On-site; USD 22,041 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Paradise Christian School and Development Center is seeking a dependable General Handyman to maintain a safe, clean, and well‑maintained environment for students, staff, and visitors. This is a full‑time role with hands‑on maintenance, minor repairs, and outdoor upkeep.

You will perform preventive maintenance, operate hand and power tools, and collaborate with a family‑like team to ensure facilities meet safety and health standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License.
• Experience in general maintenance or handyman work.
• Ability to read manuals and safety instructions in English.
• Organized, dependable, and able to work independently.
• Team player with a family-like approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building and property maintenance.
• Complete minor repairs: painting, carpentry, plumbing.
• Maintain classrooms, offices, playgrounds, and grounds.
• Landscape, mow, edge, trim, weed, rake, and blow grounds.
• Pressure wash exterior areas.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain work areas.
• Assemble furniture and playground equipment.
• Move furniture and equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and identify repairs.
• Follow safety procedures and regulations.

Skills

General maintenance

Read manuals (English)

Safety conscious

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Ladders

Job description

General Handyman

Position Summary

Paradise Christian School & Development Center has proudly served our community for over 44 years and is seeking a dependable, hardworking General Handyman to join our Paradise family. This position is responsible for helping maintain a safe, clean, attractive, and well‑maintained environment for children, families, staff, and visitors.

Essential Job Duties

• Perform general building and property maintenance.
• Complete minor repairs including painting, carpentry, basic plumbing, and general handyman work.
• Maintain classrooms, offices, playgrounds, and outdoor areas.
• Landscape, mow, edge, trim, weed, rake, and blow walkways and grounds.
• Pressure wash buildings, sidewalks, playgrounds, and other exterior areas.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain assigned work areas and equipment.
• Assemble furniture, playground equipment, and other items as needed.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies.
• Perform preventive maintenance and identify repairs before they become major issues.
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe maintenance/storage area.
• Complete maintenance logs and reports in English.
• Follow all school safety procedures, CDC recommendations, Florida DCF regulations, and Health Department requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Florida Driver's License required.
• Experience in general maintenance, facilities, construction, or handyman work.
• Knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and general repair techniques.
• Basic knowledge of painting, carpentry, plumbing, landscaping, and facility maintenance.
• Must be able to read and understand basic English for manuals, labels, and safety instructions.
• Must be organized, dependable, and able to work independently.
• Positive attitude with the ability to work well as part of a team (we work as a family).
• Must be able to work safely around young children and follow all safety procedures.

Requirements

• Must successfully pass an FDLE Level II Background Screening.
• Must possess or obtain the Florida DCF 45‑Hour Child Care Training Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must successfully pass a pre‑employment drug screening.
• Must be physically able to lift up to 50 pounds, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Must have a flexible work schedule.

Work Schedule

• Full‑Time (40 hours per week).
• Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Tuesday: 6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Why Join Paradise?

• Join a respected school that has proudly served the community for over 44 years.
• Family‑oriented, supportive work environment.
• Stable, full‑time position.
• Opportunity to help provide a safe, beautiful learning environment for children.