Higher Ground Education is bringing on a Facilities Maintenance Lead to help support and manage our schools’ facilities for our Northern Virginia schools!

These are important roles for the Facilities team, and we’re looking for customer-oriented individuals who are both a clear-communicator and strong technical skills. If you’re excited about working in an entrepreneurial environment and providing top-tier service to school leaders, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

The Facilities Maintenance Lead is responsible for performing routine building maintenance tasks. We are looking for a Jack-of-all trades who can do small repairs and troubleshoot issues that can be resolved with a "Do It Yourself" fix for the schools buildings and facilities. Performs general cleaning and other tasks as assigned. This is a full-time, non-exempt hourly position, reporting to the Regional Manager. Must be able to work flexible hours

 The Facilities Maintenance Technician will

• Paint, remodel, refurbish areas as needed
• Repair, maintain/monitor all equipment and amenities
• Change all filters for HVAC as required
• Oversee janitorial, trash removal, landscaping and pest control
• Maintain exterior of property, including snow removals
• Prepare classrooms for incoming classes
• Change light bulbs, interior and exterior as needed
• Manage utilities and other vendor services within the region
• Perform other work-related duties as assigned
• On call maintenance for all facilities in region

Skills

We’d love to talk to you if you have…

• High school education or equivalent
• 5-8 years in facilities maintenance
• Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, and carpentry
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Organized, detail oriented, self-motivated, and able to multi-task
• Excellent communication and follow-through skills

We’d really love to talk to you if you have…

• Experience in school-based operations or facilities
• Experience working with third party vendors

About us

At Higher Ground, we're driven by a deep desire to bring about widespread change in education today. Since our founding 5 years ago, we have opened over 80 beautiful schools across the U.S., serving students from birth through high school. Now we’re virtual and going global. We offer:

• Fully remote work
• A competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 100% tuition discount for two children at any school within our network 
• A network of supportive peers and mentors who regularly share best practices
• Career growth and promotion opportunities

If you love children and have been looking for the right opportunity to grow, join our school community by applying below!