Maintenance Mechanic

Abington Friends • Jenkintown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Abington Friends School is an ambitious Quaker school community with a powerful academic program for children age 3 through grade 12. Our students seek intellectual adventure, build strong analytical and creative thinking skills and form a sturdy sense of self. More information is available at https://www.abingtonfriends.net/ Abington Friends School seeks a skilled maintenance mechanic to join its team of full time, year-round staff. The ideal candidate would be proficient in one or more of the following trades: electrical, plumbing or HVAC. This is a great opportunity for someone looking for a stable, friendly work environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED is preferred as is relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated expert proficiency in one of the skilled trades
• Ability to operate standard maintenance-related equipment.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding and to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to discern which people may need immediate assistance and to act accordingly.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment.
• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours to support special school events.

Nice To Haves

• Proficient in one or more of the following trades: electrical, plumbing or HVAC.

Responsibilities

• Independently and as part of a team, performs a variety of maintenance activities (i.e., plumbing, electrical and HVAC).
• Operates various electric, gas and manually powered tools and equipment, i.e., saws, air compressors, blowers, drills, etc.
• Performs regular preventive maintenance and makes repairs within the scope of abilities.
• Assists with building maintenance and repairs, as required.
• Performs cleanup and worksite restoration activities.
• Performs grounds maintenance activities including snow removal
• Responds to and takes appropriate actions in the event of emergency or critical incidents to resolve, confine or prevent potentially injurious or hazardous conditions.
• Requests supplies as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees