Facilities Associate
Foundation Academies•Trenton, NJ
•$45,000 - $67,500•Onsite
About The Position
Foundation Academies is seeking a Facilities Associate to help maintain safe, clean, and fully operational school environments across multiple campuses. This hands-on role includes general maintenance and repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry), preventative maintenance, and support for school events, setups, and urgent facility needs. The ideal candidate is a dependable, solutions-oriented team player who takes pride in hands-on work and contributing to a positive school environment. Experience in facilities, construction, or skilled trades is preferred.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Basic knowledge of general repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, or similar work)
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical, hands-on work throughout the day
- Strong reliability, urgency, and commitment to completing work in a timely and high-quality manner
- Ability to use basic technology, including email and work order systems
- Strong communication skills and a customer-service mindset when working with staff and school communities
Nice To Haves
- Experience in facilities maintenance, construction, building operations, or a skilled trade preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation (preferred/required depending on site needs)
Responsibilities
- Completing day-to-day maintenance and repair work across multiple school campuses to ensure safe, clean, and fully operational buildings
- Troubleshooting and repairing building systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general facility needs
- Responding to and resolving work order requests in a timely and professional manner, with a focus on minimizing disruption to school operations
- Performing preventative maintenance and routine inspections to identify and address potential issues before they escalate
- Supporting campus operations by setting up classrooms, event spaces, assemblies, and school-wide activities, including furniture and equipment moves
- Assisting with urgent facility needs, emergency situations, and weather-related preparedness or response as needed
- Maintaining tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, organized, and compliant condition
- Collaborating with school leaders, staff, custodial teams, and external vendors to ensure smooth daily operations across campuses
Benefits
- Merit-based pay increases annually
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit plans
- Tax-deferred 403b retirement account with 25% matching up to a certain amount
- Free financial wellness advising through our Financial Advisor Service
- Optional short or long-term disability benefits through Aflac
- Regular strategic professional development and coaching
- Career advancement opportunities
- Smartphone and fully paid wireless plan through T-Mobile
- Windows-based laptop
- Regular team-building activities and outings
- 10 sick days and 3 personal days that roll over annually
- 30 paid holiday observances
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
