School Handyman

Magen David Yeshivah is looking for a full time Handyman. Handyman will undertake upkeep and repair tasks of the interior and exterior of the school building and campus. There will be a reliance on keeping our facilities in good working order, conducting basic maintenance to include plumbing systems, electrical, and routine maintenance. We are looking for an all around handyman for a large Elementary School and Early Childhood Center to help support daily school operations.

The ideal candidate will have physical stamina, technical expertise, and previous trade or handyman experience.

Job responsibilities:

• Perform basic repairs and routine building upkeep (e.g., wall damage, broken windows, fix broken items, fix minor plumbing, electrical, and lighting issues like changing bulbs or unclogging drains).  

• Complete general maintenance work

• Move heavy furniture, appliances, and equipment

• Assist trades with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC repair work

• Clean windows, gutters, pavement, and other exterior surfaces including snow removal.

• Paint surfaces and apply stain as needed

• Take on other installation, repair, and maintenance duties as needed and legally permitted

• Follow workplace health and safety rules

• Load and unload tools and equipment from work vehicles

• Coordinate service with customers and handle complaints professionally

• Manage job details, review daily tasks, and follow up with employees

Handyman skills and qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED

• 3-5 years of experience as a handyman

• Basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC knowledge

• Basic carpentry, including finding studs, building bookshelves, and installing cabinets

• Comfortable using hand tools and power tools

• Able to perform basic mathematical calculations and convert measurements

• Able to sit, stand, kneel, lift, and climb ladders

• Able to lift 50 pounds

• Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills

• Attention to detail, positive attitude, and strong work ethic

• Can reliably work alone and as part of a team

• Able to communicate well 

• Able to follow written and verbal instructions

• Friendly with good interpersonal skills

Working hours:

• This position is an onsite full-time (all year-round)

• Monday through Friday, 8:00am–4:00pm

• Overtime available but not required

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer offering:

• A competitive salary will be based on education and experience

• Comprehensive benefits package

• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% company match

• Tuition Reimbursement

• School paid lunch.

• Continuous school-wide Professional Development

• The school year is consistent with the Jewish calendar and closed during the summer.

 Now is an exciting time to join us!

About the School:

Established in 1946, the mission of Magen David Yeshivah is to ensure and globally support the continuity of Sephardic communities through education. Its vision is to develop a new, globally recognized center of excellence that prepares students to excel academically, graduate college as well as professional graduate schools, and apply their unique talents in the world to create economically independent and personally fulfilling lives