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Head of Maintenance

Duties

Head of Maintenance

  • Responsible for equipment and building security
  • Works within occupational health and life safety codes and on the job standards in handling of equipment
  • Helps with the maintenance of landscaping
  • Interprets job orders and completes to supervisor's satisfaction
  • Conserves energy when possible
  • Initiates suggestions for making the workplace better
  • Shovels, snow plows and salts walks, driveways, parking areas and steps as appropriate
  • Conducts preventative maintenance on equipment as directed
  • Works with custodians coordinating efforts with others so as to complete a project in the most efficient manner
  • Performs minor carpentry, plumbing, electric, heating, ventilation and air conditioning
  • Fills in for custodians when necessary
  • Other duties as assigned by the superintendent

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Proven experience in building maintenance, with a focus on schools or similar facilities preferred
  • Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general construction required
  • Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills- develop good, positive relations with colleagues
  • Physical ability to lift 50 pounds or less, perform tasks that may require lifting, climbing (ladders), crouching, kneeling, and prolonged periods of standing
  • Able to work on high elevations including, but not limited to, roofs, scaffolding and ladders

Salary/Benefits

Based on Experience 

How to Apply

Send your resume, cover letter, and three references to Julie DeFore at defore.j@sv99.org

Email Address

defore.j@sv99.org

Job Posting Date

12/5/2025

Application Deadline

1/2/2026

Start Date

2/2/2026