Facilities Technician

Key Responsibilities:

Responsible for the day-to-day operations for building/facility maintenance, as well as custodial oversight, equipment, and machinery, including HVAC, boilers, fire panels and systems, building lighting systems, grounds-keeping, and overall facility appearance.

Supervise the custodial contractor (or staff) to ensure the buildings are clean and sanitized.

Responsible for building issues/security breaches during off hours.

Follows through on assignments, daily inspections, and reports issues to Executive Director of Facilities, Construction, & Fleet/principals.

Monitor all work orders in the work order system that CPS has in place to ensure timely response, completion of tasks, and close out of work orders.

Maintains the building and grounds in compliance with federal, state, and local laws.

Participates in the planning and execution of building projects that include renovations, upgrades of space, interior reconfigurations, and cosmetic improvement, and related projects.

Performs small renovation projects independently, such as sheetrock repairs, painting, tile (vinyl and ceramic) replacement.

Works closely and in collaboration with facilities and operations and acts as lead for building safety, building health, and compliance.

Conducts safety reviews and monitors building operations.

Ensures building maintenance and support services such as cleaning, fire safety, security, and energy efficiency standards and requirements are met.

Liaises with clients and contractors as needed.

Point person for refurbishments, repairs, and renovations.

Performs any and all duties as may be assigned by leadership.

Study for tests and secure certifications for:

F01 City Wide Fire Guard

F03 Indoor place of Assembly

F04 Indoor/Outdoor Place of Assembly

S95 Supervision of Fire Alarm Systems

Reports to:

Executive Director of Facilities, Construction, & Fleet & Principal(s)

Skills and Knowledge:

Knowledge of the practices, methods, and equipment utilized in all phases of facilities management, including familiarity with HVAC, mechanical, boilers, electrical, fire panel and BMS monitoring, and control systems preferred.

Must have excellent communication and customer service skills to work effectively in a school environment that is subject to changing priorities. Strong organizational and finishing skills are a must.

Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

Position typically involves moderate to heavy physical activity and exertion, including heavy lifting and working in tight/awkward spaces.

Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and must be able to utilize equipment and tools effectively and safely.

Must have painting, sheetrock repair, basic carpentry, and plumbing skills.

Agreement with the academic goals and vision/mission of Capital Preparatory Schools.

Demonstrated effective collaboration and communication skills.

Demonstrated effective problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills.

Ability to structure own time and manage multiple priorities.

Exhibited leadership in working with professional staff, students, and the community.

Detail orientation and project management experience.

Must be able to respond to facility emergencies at all hours, day or night.

Education and Related Work Experience:

Minimum (2) years of facilities experience.

English and Spanish fluency preferred.