Maintenance Staff - HVAC Preferred

Center School and the Positive Regard Network seek candidates for the position of Maintenance Staff. Position offers a competitive pay rate and benefit package and 12 month employment. Hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. 40 hours per week plus availability for mandatory snow removal during winter which may include evenings early mornings weekends vacation weeks and holidays. Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent; trade school certification a plus. Must provide proof upon knowledge of HVAC plumbing electrical small engine repair and carpentry systems. There is a strong preference for candidates with proficiency in heating ventilation cooling and electrical work. Ability to read and interpret manuals blueprints and technical problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a communication and interpersonal skills drivers license and reliable transportation required.2 years of experience in building maintenance or similar role certification or other relevant safety training Maintenance Staff assures that school buildings and grounds are maintained on a daily basis to assure a safe school learning environment for students and staff members; may also work with students as appropriate to provide vocational training and experiential job placement whereby students can have real world job experience. Maintain a thorough knowledge of all schools and facilities Maintenance members may be involved in work relating to preventative maintenance repairs and improvements to doors locks furniture walls windows roofing flooring ceilings vehicles hvac electrical plumbing lighting fences playgrounds to organize projects and purchase materials as needed to complete various with the supervisor and maintenance team to assess projected needs manage expenditures and coordinate contracts. Work as part of a team to prioritize tasks plan major projects renovations and improvements and ensure their successful compliance with safety standards and local building and experienced in operating various power tools and equipment such as table saw drill chainsaw lawnmower leaf blower circular saw for promptly addressing any safety concerns or urgent maintenance issues impacting students and/or staff including being available outside of regular hours if cleanliness and safety of school grounds playgrounds walkways parking lots. Assists with the removal of snow and ice when necessary. Reports to work on snow cancellation days vacation days or weekends as requested to assist in snow removal by way of shoveling snowblowing salting and removing snow and ice from vehicles. *Skid steer plow or salter experience a training to janitorial/maintenance staff and vocational students on the safe and proper use of maintenance equipment and materials as and installation of various school equipment and as a contact person with various outside vendors and contractors as if necessary with with receiving shipments and itemsParticipate in regular supervision with Supervisor and maintain a commitment to professional CONDITIONS:Mental Demands: Ability to communicate effectively; maintain emotional control under stress; ability to work in a team Demands/Environmental Factors Related to Performing the Essential Function of the Position: Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties including frequent and repetitive standing stooping bending kneeling pushing and pulling; regular lifting frequent and repetitive positioning and/or therapeutic restraint of students; possible exposure to bodily fluids. This job requires heavy lifting (50 pounds) often for several hours at a time such as shoveling of snow during snow storms. Requires working outside in very hot or cold weather at times. Requires the ability to stand or walk for long periods as well as climb on ladders and use tools as required.**Please note that candidates who are offered employment will be subject to background screening to include: CORI SORI DCF and SAFIS (Fingerprinting) checks**Please submit letter of interest and resume by June 12 2025 to:by mail to Human Resources 1913 Northampton Street Holyoke MA 01040; by fax to or by email to: eoe

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