Facilities Maintenance Technician

The Maintenance / Janitorial Technician is responsible for helping maintain a clean, safe, and well-functioning learning environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position performs routine custodial duties, basic maintenance tasks, and assists with event setup and campus upkeep. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in maintaining school facilities to a high standard.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Custodial and Maintenance Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize classrooms, restrooms, offices, hallways, cafeterias, and common areas.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and empty trash and recycling containers.
• Replenish restroom and custodial supplies as needed.
• Clean windows, doors, and other surfaces to maintain a professional appearance.
• Follow established cleaning schedules and sanitation procedures.
• Perform building and facility repairs such as replacing ceiling tiles, replacing or repairing door hardware, and replacements or repair of minor plumbing fixtures.
• Assist with preventive maintenance tasks throughout the campus.
• Identify and report maintenance, safety, or security concerns.
• Perform seasonal maintenance activities and building project deep cleans over school closure months.
• Help maintain tools, equipment, and storage areas in an organized manner.
• Set up and break down tables, chairs, and equipment for school events, meetings, and activities as needed.
• Occasionally assist with furniture and equipment transfer between school satellite sites and main campus.
• Assist with special cleaning projects before and after school functions.

Qualifications & Core Technical Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous school janitorial, maintenance, or facilities experience required.
• HVAC systems troubleshooting and operation
• Basic plumbing repairs (pipes, valves, fixtures)
• General carpentry and drywall patching/painting
• Tool proficiency using standard hand and power tools safely
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds, bending, climbing ladders, and standing for extended periods.
• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods, maintenance procedures, and safe equipment operation.
• Ability to perform non-complex building and facilities repairs and maintenance tasks.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Successful completion of background checks and other employment requirements applicable to working in a school environment.

Schedule and Pay

• Part-time position, approximately 25 hours per week.
• Base working hours: Monday through Friday 3 pm to 8 pm with a flex schedule available as needed.  
• Flexible schedule, including afternoon, evening, and occasional weekend hours as needed for school events.
• Hourly pay rate depending on experience: $22 - $28 per hour

Work Environment

This position works primarily on-site throughout the school campus as well as several small satellite locations, including classrooms, offices, gymnasiums, cafeterias, outdoor areas, and other school facilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The school is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under applicable law.

If interested, please send letter of interest and resume to

Alyssa Kristek

Director of Operations

32 Norway Street

Longmeadow, MA 01106

akristek@wrsdeaf.org

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