Facilities Assistant

2 weeks ago


Raleigh, United States Montessori School of Raleigh Full time
Status: Full-time, Non-exempt (40 hours per week)
Classification : 12-month Administrator
Location: In-person at the Lead Mine Campus. May occasionally travel to Brier Creek Campus as needed. Not eligible for remote work.
Supervisor : Director of Facilities
Work Schedule: Tuesday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.; Saturday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Position Summary
The Montessori School of Raleigh (MSR) seeks a Facilities Assistant to join the Facilities team immediately. Through a variety of maintenance and operational tasks, this position helps ensure a safe, clean, and well-kept learning environment. If you enjoy solving problems and have a good understanding of building trades and maintenance, we’d love to hear from you.

Competencies
  • Is committed to the mission and core values of MSR which include “Respect, Integrity, Community and Love of Learning”

  • Respects, supports and prioritizes practices that ensure a safe campus environment for all members of the MSR community
  • Working knowledge in building trades and facility systems including fire and life safety, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc.
  • Ability to safely operate hand/power tools and equipment
  • Is detail-oriented, works efficiently and can manage multiple tasks at the same time

  • Basic proficiency in MacOS and Google applications. Familiarity with CMMS a plus.

  • Skilled problem solver, highly organized, resourceful, and proactive


Essential duties and Responsibilities
  • Collaborates with the Facilities team to complete all work tickets, maintenance/repair, installation, and janitorial requests in a timely manner. Communicates with appropriate faculty/staff on work status and closes tickets upon completion.
  • Supports the execution of preventative maintenance and plant renewal/replacement
  • Proactively ensures facilities and grounds are maintained in a manner which provides a clean and safe environment. This includes, but is not limited to:
  • Cleaning and janitorial duties
  • General carpentry and replacing/repairing building finishes such as ceiling tile, drywall/paint, carpet tiles, LVT, etc.
  • Repair/replacement of door and window hardware/locks
  • Furniture repair, assembly, and installation
  • Plumbing - minor leaks, clogged toilets/drains, touchless sensors, faucet aerators, etc.
  • Electrical - resetting breakers, replacing outlets, switches, bulbs, ballasts, fuses, etc.
  • HVAC – troubleshooting, thermostat scheduling/adjustment, changing filters, etc.
  • Fire and life safety systems – troubleshooting, operating fire alarm systems, etc.
  • Assists the Facilities team with improvement projects, equipment testing, supply inventory and other support projects/duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities
  • Event support including furniture setup/teardown and janitorial/maintenance requests
  • Monitors two-way radio at all times and responds to all transmissions applicable to areas of responsibility including supplies, repairs/maintenance, emergencies, clean-ups, deliveries, etc.
  • Receives deliveries and distributes packages
  • Accompanies and provides access for vendors and service personnel
  • Serves as school representative on-site for after-hour school functions as needed
  • Serves as backup bus driver for daily routes, field trips, and events. Ability to obtain CDL.
  • Security support including staffing the security desk/doors as needed, monitoring cameras/building perimeter, and greeting and signing in guests
  • Maintains professionalism and customer service orientation in all interactions with faculty/staff, parents, vendors, etc.
  • Must be able to work flexible hours based on school needs
  • Willingness-to-help attitude and an eye for detail and organization
  • Other duties as assigned by the Head of School, Chief Operations Officer or Director of Facilities
Interpersonal and Professional Qualities
  • Possesses outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a professional and empathetic approach

  • Develops and maintains positive relationships with students, colleagues, parents and other members of the MSR community
  • Strives for continuous improvement and solicits feedback to improve service
  • Demonstrates flexibility with a “can-do” attitude
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate with diverse teams

  • Maintains confidentiality

  • Takes initiative, follows through, and owns results

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The Facilities Assistant can expect to:


  • Work in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, a varied and diverse clientele, and with a high expectation of accountability

  • Work in both a traditional climate-controlled office environment and outdoors with potential exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations
  • Climb stairs periodically
  • Occasionally lift up to 50 lbs, with heavier weight necessary at times

  • Stand for prolonged periods of time

  • Regularly use close and distance vision

  • Turn, bend, and reach


It is the policy of The Montessori School of Raleigh to make employment decisions on the basis of qualifications for a specific job without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national or ethnic origin, age, veteran status, or the presence of a disability, except where such is a bona fide occupational qualification. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self-identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference check with current employer (or most recent employer if not currently employed) and background investigation.


To apply
Please submit a resume and cover letter. No phone calls please.

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