Facilities Assistant/Custodian

Basis Ed • Leander, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Leander is seeking a Custodian to start as soon as possible. The position supports the school’s facilities, maintenance, custodial, and safety operations in a dynamic, collaborative academic community. The employee handles repairs and maintenance, responds to staff service requests, coordinates third-party vendors, supports school events, and helps maintain campus safety and emergency preparedness. The role also supports the Head of Operations with additional projects and tasks.

The job requires a high school diploma or equivalent, at least two years of facilities and building maintenance experience, an Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card, and the ability to perform physical tasks including lifting 25–50 pounds and standing for extended periods indoors and outdoors. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Salary is competitive and depends on education and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Identity Verified Prints (IVP) Fingerprint Clearance Card.
• At least 2 years of facilities and building maintenance experience.
• Ability to make quick and important facilities-related decisions.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks.
• Critical-thinking ability.
• Ability to implement and adjust procedures.
• Adaptability to change.
• Ability to lift 25–50 pounds.
• Ability to manage projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving ability.
• Ability to stand for long periods indoors and outdoors.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Repair plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and safety systems.
• Respond to staff requests for maintenance, custodial services, equipment, furniture movement, and HVAC support.
• Coordinate third-party vendors for maintenance agreements, custodial services, major HVAC repairs, landscaping, and pest control.
• Keep grounds free of litter and debris.
• Assess and repair maintenance issues.
• Maintain files for work orders, proposals, and other facilities-related records.
• Support school events at the facility by providing needed equipment and setup.
• Serve as campus safety manager for traffic and emergency response.
• Maintain the emergency preparedness program.
• Support the Head of Operations with other projects and tasks.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical insurance.
• Employer-paid dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Ability to add dependents to benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match that grows over time.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Childcare savings opportunity through a KinderCare tuition discount.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED