School Maintenance Specialist

Basis Ed • Cedar Park, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Cedar Park is seeking a School Maintenance Specialist for an immediate start. The role supports a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained campus, taking ownership of campus upkeep, vendor coordination, and emergency preparedness while working closely with the Head of Operations. The position involves hands-on building repairs and preventative maintenance, responding to staff requests, maintaining facilities and grounds, coordinating third-party contractors, and supporting campus events and special projects. It also serves as Campus Safety Manager, overseeing daily traffic flow and emergency response procedures and maintaining the school’s Emergency Preparedness Program.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of hands-on building maintenance or facilities coordination experience.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must possess or be able to obtain valid fingerprint clearance and pass state background checks.
• Ability to stand, walk, and work inside and outside for extended periods in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to lift, carry, and maneuver equipment weighing 25–50 lbs.
• Ability to assess maintenance or safety issues and take decisive action.
• Ability to manage competing priorities, track work orders, and meet deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for professional interaction with staff, vendors, administrative leaders, and parents.
• Ability to work independently and adapt procedures as needs evolve.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely repairs and preventative maintenance on plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general physical plant systems.
• Respond to daily staff requests for custodial support, room setup, furniture moves, and HVAC adjustments.
• Inspect facilities and grounds regularly, identify and address maintenance issues, and keep the campus clean and free of debris.
• Serve as the primary liaison for third-party contractors, including custodial services, HVAC repair, landscaping, and pest control providers.
• Maintain organized logs and files for work orders, vendor proposals, safety records, and maintenance contracts.
• Collaborate on special projects and support campus events with equipment staging and logistical setup.
• Serve as Campus Safety Manager, overseeing daily traffic flow, carline efficiency, and emergency response procedures.
• Maintain, audit, and execute the school’s Emergency Preparedness Program.

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