Maintenance Technician

1 week ago

Charleston, United States Porter-Gaud School Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Maintenance Technician


Porter-Gaud School is an Episcopal, independent, coeducational day school with 1,650 students in preschool through 12th grade. The Facilities Department has openings for the position of Maintenance Technician, to start immediately.


This position reports directly to the Plant Manager and works closely with other Facilities employees. This is a 12-month, full-time non-exempt position with benefits including health insurance, paid leave, school-provided lunch, and availability of 403(b) retirement plan.


The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing any combination of corrective repairs or preventive measures and activities to maintain the exterior and interior spaces of the School. These spaces may include office, classroom, performing arts and athletic buildings as well as outdoor spaces and venues. Other duties may include supporting special events by assisting with table and chair setups, erecting tents, and clean-up of the area following the event.


Flexibility is essential. This position will/may be required to work when the School is closed which may include holidays, weekends and extended hours in summer. Availability to attend events at any/all of the three Porter-Gaud/O'Quinn campuses, during both regular and off work hours is required.



Specific Duties include:

  • Performs routine maintenance and repair activities such as: assembling furniture, painting, carpentry, minor plumbing repairs, concrete work, minor electrical repairs and troubleshooting and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
  • Inspects drives, motors and belts, and checks fluid levels and other maintenance activities in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
  • Coordinate with other School personnel in the receipt of deliveries and classroom/office space renovations and furniture movement.
  • Compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
  • Compliance with all department rules, as specified in the Employee Handbook.
  • Other duties as assigned by Plant Manager and/or Director of Facilities.

Required skills:

  • Must be able to follow directions.
  • Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Knowledge of and experience with a variety of electric and hand tools, diagnostic equipment and measuring devices.
  • Experience in basic electrical and carpentry skills.
  • Experience with door hardware, closers and electrical/mechanical access systems.
  • Experience with motorized equipment, such as lifts, tractors and skidsteers (preferred).

Minimum Job Qualifications:

  • 4+ years experience in construction, maintenance or related field.
  • Valid SC Driver's license and acceptable MVR.
  • High School Diploma preferred, but not required.

Physical requirements:

- Frequently lifting 10-20 pounds, occasionally lifting 50 pounds. - Continuously demands vision, hearing, fine motor skills, and speaking. Frequently sitting, standing, walking and carrying. Occasionally bending, lifting, crouching and climbing. - Work is performed mostly indoors with occasional outdoor work with exposure to heat, humidity, and cold.


Salary: Commensurate with experience.


All Facilities employees must display a continuous commitment to developing the attitudes, knowledge, and skills (intercultural competence) to engage in appropriate and effective communication with school constituents from diverse backgrounds and perspectives. We desire candidates who will contribute to the school's efforts to continue creating a more inclusive and equitable community where all individuals can develop a sense of belonging.


Porter-Gaud School is committed to increasing the racial, ethnic, and religious diversity of our faculty and staff. The School welcomes applicants who would bring additional dimensions to the School's teaching mission. In accordance with law, Porter-Gaud School is an equal opportunity employer and hires without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, or disability.


Porter-Gaud School is committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our students. We hold our employees to the highest possible standards. All employees are subject to extensive background check screenings and must sign our code of conduct. We strive to monitor employees while interacting with students. We take any inappropriate interactions between students and employees seriously and are committed to



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