School Facilities Technician

About the role

• Position Title: Facilities Technician
• Location: Great Hearts Western Hills Lower and Upper Schools (shared)
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly
• Compensation Type: Hourly

Distinctive benefits for Great Hearts faculty

• Exceptional Benefits (medical, dental, vision etc.) with minimal employee cost
• Texas Teacher Retirement System
• Uniquely valuable professional development offerings, from great books seminars with academy colleagues, to leadership and special education coursework/pathways, to reduced tuition graduate degree support with select partner universities

Facilities Technician

The Facilities Technician is responsible for installing, repairing, maintaining and upgrading facility systems and equipment; identifying repair and/or replacement needs; assisting other skilled trades; providing necessary information on the proper uses of the equipment; ensuring adequate materials are available to complete assignments in a timely manner, and directing assigned workers.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for school personnel for any building issues (climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies, and repairs)
• Monitor/assist contractor and outside vendor performance to ensure work is completed according to specifications
• Independently perform routine scheduled preventative maintenance on a variety of equipment
• May act as the project coordinator for small construction and repair projects
• Assist with maintaining building security and immediately respond to building emergencies on an as-needed basis
• Monitor, replace and obtain light bulbs in all assigned facilities
• Perform basic electrical work and determine when an electrician is required
• Hang pictures, whiteboards and dismantle/install furniture as needed
• Coordinate and assist with departmental and employee moves
• Transport goods or equipment as assigned
• Perform routine quality control inspections of janitorial and landscaping subcontractors to ensure the property is maintained properly
• Assist the Operations Manager in preparing the annual maintenance budget
• Solicit bids and quotes from vendors
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Ability to lift 75 pounds, work in tight or confined spaces, work with lifts and ladders, and perform rooftop work
• Ability to perform work in varying environments; may be required to work outdoors 95% of the time and exposed to the elements and inclement weather
• Must have or be willing to obtain and maintain all necessary tools to perform daily tasks
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and travel locally

Desired Qualifications

• Technical degree preferred
• Experience in general construction along with a mechanical aptitude
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment
• Fortitude to complete all tasks independently, properly, and on time
• Ability to thrive in academic entrepreneurial culture and interact with all levels of management, staff, students and their families.
• Possess adequate computer skills utilizing MS Office Suite applications and the ability to use all functions of a smartphone

• US work authorization is required
• Travel required: May need to travel locally for training and professional development opportunities.
• This description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned.
• Great Hearts Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer.