The Opportunity
The Maintenance Technician is part of the Facilities Department and is responsible for performing repairs preventative maintenance and improvement projects at one or more assigned facilities. The Maintenance Technician will work on various systems including HVAC electrical plumbing carpentry and grounds maintenance. The Maintenance Technician will work under the direction of an experienced Sr. Maintenance Technician and/or Campus Facilities Manager and will have opportunities for on-the-job training and formal professional development. As a key member of the statewide Facilities team the Facilities Technician will report to
the Sr. Facilities Technician. This role furthers the mission of KIPP by providing a clean and safe learning
environment for students and faculty.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and maintain all building systems: Burglar and fire alarms elevators HVAC irrigation systems and all other systems.
Responsible for the campus buildings and grounds including basic carpentry repairs touch-up paint pest control lawn care plumbing and basic electrical repairs.
Execute work orders to high standards of quality and timeliness.
Communicate with other school staff and departments to coordinate completion of work orders and setup for campus events.
On call response during and after operating hours.
Perform regular inspections and do whatever it takes to resolve potential problems before they escalate.
Attend meetings professional development meetings and training session Continuous Learning
Qualifications :
Skills and Qualifications
1-3 years of facilities or maintenance related experience.
Knowledge of building systems and the maintenance and repair thereof.
Expertise in or technical knowledge of HVAC electrical and/or plumbing systems highly preferred.
Skill in maintaining positive relations with others.
Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment.
Verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to work with a broad group of stakeholders with different interests and needs.
Basic computer skills required; experience in Microsoft Outlook and/or facilities work order software preferred.
English fluency is required; Spanish is a plus .
Reliable transportation required (may be required to drive to different facilities or to pick up supplies during the workday).
Flexibility in work schedule.
Additional Information :
Compensation and Benefits
As a full-time KIPP Texas employee you are eligible to participate in all KIPP Texas benefit plans. KIPP Texas offers a robust variety of benefits choices with competitive rates including medical dental and vision options life insurance and disability plans.
KIPP provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. As an equal opportunity employer we hire without consideration of race religion creed color national origin age gender sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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