Facilities Technician (Painter)

The Facilities Technician (Painter) under the supervision and direction of the Director of Facilities & Operations is responsible for a wide range of facilities services tasks including but not limited to non-technical maintenance of plumbing electrical heating ventilating and/or air conditioning facilities and equipment at a level not requiring formal licensure. May be required to perform tasks of other unlicensed trades such as a light equipment operator carpenter painter landscaper and/or locksmith. The efforts of the Facilities Technician ensure that WCPA is operationally compliant and efficient in all aspects addition this individual is responsible for ensuring that this happens in such a way that it enables the rest of the school to focus almost exclusively on student achievement and culture.

Essential duties:

Painting Surface and Wood Finishing Maintenance:

• Inspect and assess the condition of exterior and interior painted and finished surfaces identifying areas with aging peeling damaged paint or worn wood finishes
• Prepare surfaces for painting and wood finishing by cleaning sanding scraping patching and priming as needed to ensure high-quality results
• Apply paint varnish stains sealers polyurethane or other protective finishes to walls ceilings doors windows cabinetry trim furniture and other wood structures using brushes rollers or sprayers
• Perform wood surface restoration and finishing on doors cabinetry trim and other interior and exterior wood features to maintain appearance and durability
• Select and mix appropriate paint colors stains and finishes to match existing schemes or meet school aesthetic standards
• Maintain and restore historical or decorative elements of school buildings and grounds ensuring preservation of original designs where applicable

Facilities Maintenance Support:

• In partnership with the Facilities Director and Assistant Manager perform ongoing preventative maintenance and repair work on facility mechanical electrical and other installed systems
• Assist technicians with maintenance of all HVAC systems and associated equipment electrical equipment plumbing systems building management systems and building repairs as needed
• Ensure the efficient and prompt handling of all department work orders and requests
• Conduct regular inspections and ensure the upkeep and maintenance of all areas of campus
• Review and understand equipment and methods of operation fire/life safety and other building systems
• Perform general maintenance custodial landscaping and trash removal tasks as needed.
• Comply with all safety procedures and requirements
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies and promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices
• Support after-hours building needs and activities as required
• Attend training sessions and seminars
• Support after-hours and weekend building needs
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications :

• High School Diploma and Certifications
• 2 - 4 years of related experience
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word Excel PowerPoint) SmartSheet
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Maintain detailed and accurate reports
• Establish and maintain a good working relationship with WCPA personnel contractors and other partners
• Possession of a valid California drivers license

Skills Knowledge:

• Strong mechanical/electrical aptitude and experience
• High School Diploma and 2 years of related work experience
• Must be team-oriented
• Self-Motivation and flexibility of job assignments
• A blend of technical and interpersonal skills and continuous learning through training

Working Conditions:

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and to lift overhead and push/pull move lighter objects
• The ability to be exposed to wet and/or humid conditions outside weather conditions extreme cold and extreme heat
• Physical requirements: Hearing and speaking to exchange information and communicate over hand held radios; seeing to read prepare and understand cleaning labels/directions; sitting or standing for extended periods of time; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate maintenance equipment; kneeling bending at the waist and reaching overhead above the shoulders and horizontally to retrieve and store supplies; lifting objects; ability to go to sites apart from primary office to conduct business.

Work Schedule: Wednesday - Sunday
Flexible schedule: morning shift: 6:00 am - 2:30 pm & night shift: 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Pay Rate: $30.00/hour

Additional Information :

• Wonderful College Prep Academy offers highly competitive compensation commensurate with experience. 
• Full-time staff benefits include medical coverage dental vision and life insurance at no cost to the employee.  
• WCPA offers an optional 403b with company match (5%) 
• Employees have free access to the Wonderful Wellness Center and gym. 

Quality of Life in the Central Valley: 

Framed by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west Californias Central Valley is one of the worlds most productive agricultural regions and the base of The Wonderful Companys agricultural operations. This vast area enjoys a moderate climate and offers residents a high quality of life low cost of living and a host of diverse cultural and recreational activities. From wine tasting and hiking to rafting fishing skiing and surfing -- all within a two-hour drive -- the family-friendly Central Valley has much to offer. 

Wonderful College Prep Academy is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race religion color national origin sex sexual orientation gender gender identity gender expression transgender status sexual stereotypes age status as a protected veteran status as an individual with a disability or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time