Facilities Support Specialist

Montessori School of Raleigh•Raleigh, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Montessori School of Raleigh is seeking a hands-on Facilities Support Specialist to join its Facilities team. The role supports the safe, functional, clean, and welcoming operation of the school’s campuses through routine maintenance, repairs, event support, vendor coordination, and other facilities work. The position is full-time, hourly, non-exempt, and classified as a 12-month administrator. It is in-person at the MSR Campus and is not eligible for work from home. The primary schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., with a 30-minute off-duty meal break. Additional or flexible hours may be required for operational needs, school events, inclement weather, or facilities emergencies. The position reports to the Chief Operations Officer (COO) and is expected to start as soon as possible. The Facilities Support Specialist works with the Facilities team to complete maintenance, repair, installation, janitorial, and work-ticket requests; support preventive maintenance and plant renewal; maintain buildings and grounds; assist with projects and events; monitor and respond to two-way radio communications; receive deliveries; and coordinate vendor access. The role also provides campus security support, may represent the school at after-hours functions, and serves as a backup bus driver for routes, field trips, and events. The ability to obtain a CDL is required for that backup-driver responsibility. The role calls for working knowledge of building trades and facility systems, including fire and life safety, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry; safe use of tools, ladders, and other equipment; strong organization and problem-solving; and a service-oriented, professional approach to interactions with the school community. The position involves work both indoors and outdoors, in a fast-paced environment, and may include exposure to inclement weather and unpredictable crisis situations. Applicants must successfully complete a reference check with their current or most recent employer and a background investigation.

Requirements

Working knowledge of building trades and facility systems, including fire and life safety, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
Ability to safely operate hand and power tools, ladders, and other equipment, including working at heights when required.
Basic proficiency in MacOS and Google applications.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, work efficiently, and maintain attention to detail and organization.
Strong problem-solving skills; ability to be resourceful and proactive.
Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a professional and empathetic approach.
Ability to work independently and collaborate with diverse teams; flexibility and a willingness-to-help, can-do attitude.
Commitment to the mission and core values of MSR and Carolina Prep and to practices that ensure a safe campus environment.
Ability to obtain a CDL for backup bus-driving responsibilities.
Successful completion of an employer reference check and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with work order systems.
Familiarity with building automation systems.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Facilities team to complete work tickets and maintenance, repair, installation, and janitorial requests in a timely manner; communicate work status to relevant faculty and staff and close tickets when completed.
Support preventive maintenance and plant renewal or replacement.
Maintain facilities and grounds to provide a clean and safe environment, including janitorial work, building finish repairs, door and window hardware repairs, furniture repair and installation, routine grounds upkeep, light landscaping, seasonal preparation, and storm cleanup.
Perform minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and fire and life safety troubleshooting and maintenance.
Assist the Facilities team with improvement projects, equipment testing, supply inventory, and other assigned support duties.
Support school events through furniture setup and teardown and janitorial or maintenance work.
Monitor the two-way radio and respond to relevant transmissions, including those concerning supplies, repairs, emergencies, cleanups, and deliveries.
Receive deliveries and distribute packages.
Accompany vendors and service personnel and provide access to facilities.
Represent the school on-site for after-hours functions as needed.
Serve as a backup bus driver for daily routes, field trips, and events; obtain a CDL.
Support campus security by opening and closing campuses, gates, buildings, and alarms, and by routinely checking doors, gates, buildings, and grounds.
Maintain professionalism and a customer-service orientation in interactions with faculty, staff, parents, vendors, and others.
Work flexible hours based on school needs and perform other duties assigned by the Head of School or COO.
Develop positive relationships with the school community, maintain confidentiality, seek feedback and continuous improvement, take initiative, follow through, and work independently and collaboratively.