Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Everest Collegiate High School & Academy is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Technician

Essential Job Functions:
Maintenance personnel are responsible for the maintenance, repair and safety of all school facilities. This includes buildings, grounds, equipment and event set-up as required. The maintenance team must ensure the highest standard of care through facility cleanliness, preventative maintenance and multidepartment cooperation.

Responsibilities:
• Perform minor/major repairs in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, grounds and carpentry.
• Operate snow removal equipment such as pick-up trucks with plow, tractors with plow and snow blowers (must be available before and after school hours when required).
• Operate and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools, buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, pressure washers, buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Accurately order and account for material and labor relative to position.
• Read and interpret blueprints, general safety/operating instructions, electrical schematics, etc.
• Assist with classroom equipment set up, installation and repairs
• Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
• Lock and unlock assigned buildings; secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows; report any unauthorized occupants; turn off lights.
• Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an as needed basis.
• Assist with the cleaning and setup of facilities for meetings and events. Facilitate event activities for school and ancillary groups (must be available before and after school hours when required).
• Maintain all safety and code requirements of the Federal, State and local municipalities; support and enforce all school policies and rules, safety regulations and guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
• Attend to emergencies when necessary.
• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or Administration.
Qualifications:
• High school diploma/GED/HVAC degree or equivalent field experience with certification from a technical/trade school.
• A minimum of five (5) years of experience in building maintenance required.
• Thorough knowledge of maintenance methods, procedures, practices, tools and equipment.
• Ability to plan and execute preventative maintenance measures.
• Possess and maintain a valid State vehicle operator's license; a good driving record is required
• Must be a self-starter, able to work independently and under minimum supervision.
• Proven problem solving and time management skills; ability to consistently meet deadlines and be punctual.
• Strong communications skills (written and oral); able to communicate information clearly and in a timely fashion; able to use email.
• Must be available for emergency call-ins; able to work nights and weekends, when needed, to handle building emergencies, snow removal and school building events.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with administration, peers, staff, teachers and parents.
• Completed or willing to complete Archdiocese of Detroit's Protecting God's Children course.
• Must submit to fingerprinting and criminal background check.
Physical Demands:
The employee must have sufficient strength, ability and dexterity to perform required duties. While performing such duties, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach about the head and reach forward. The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climbs on to ladders. The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job. The employee must have ability to work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and inclement conditions.

The employee must be able to climb and balance on ladders up to 16 feet tall to perform maintenance tasks. Employee must be able to operate and navigate lifts with working platform heights up to 26 feet.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds such as cleaning supplies, pails and unloading trucks. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 100 pounds such as equipment and bulk furniture. The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, bleachers, scrubbing machines. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Compensation based on experience

Send Cover Letter and Resume to:
DJ Coffey
Facilities Manager
dcoffey@everestacademy.org

About the Employer

MISSION

Everest teaches students to be Catholic Christian leaders who are capable of utilizing their strengths, so they can fulfill the unique plan that God has for each of them. Everest is dedicated to providing the highest quality Catholic education through the development of the whole person (Integral Formation ) encompassing the commitment to teach, to educate, and to form. Everest Collegiate High School & Academy graduates are motivated, self-confident Christian leaders who are prepared and committed to transform society.

Our mission is based on our philosophy, which is that of Christian Humanism. The person of Jesus Christ, His life, His actions, and His teachings are the model and guide for all of mankind.