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Kipp Texas Public Schools - Austin, TX
posted 3 months ago
About the position
The Maintenance Technician plays a crucial role in the Facilities Department at KIPP Texas Public Schools, responsible for performing repairs, preventative maintenance, and improvement projects across multiple facilities. This position ensures a clean and safe learning environment for students and faculty by managing various building systems and executing work orders efficiently. The technician will work under the guidance of experienced staff and will have opportunities for professional development.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for maintaining the campus buildings and grounds
- Manage and maintain all building systems including burglar and fire alarms, elevators, HVAC, and irrigation systems
- Perform basic painting, pest control, lawn care, plumbing, and basic electrical repairs
- Execute work orders to high standards of quality and timeliness
- Communicate with school staff and departments to coordinate completion of work orders and setup for campus events
- On-call response during and after operating hours
- Perform regular inspections and resolve potential problems before they escalate
- Attend meetings, professional development meetings, and training sessions.
Requirements
- 1-3 years of facilities or maintenance related experience
- Knowledge of building systems and their maintenance and repair
- Expertise in or technical knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and/or plumbing systems highly preferred
- Skill in maintaining positive relations with others
- Meticulous attention to detail with an ability to produce high quality work in a dynamic environment
- Verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to work with a broad group of stakeholders
- Basic computer skills required; experience in Microsoft Outlook and/or facilities work order software preferred
- English fluency is required; Spanish is a plus
- Reliable transportation required.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in facilities work order software
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities
- Collaborative work environment
- Supportive team culture
