Childcare Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Nest Schools, a sound and growing multi-region chain of childcare centers is seeking a strong candidate to immediately fill our Maintenance Technician position with The Nest Schools CLEVELAND, OH schools.

The successful candidate should be a well-rounded maintenance person experienced in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general building maintenance and trades. The candidate must be a self-starter and capable of working independently with a minimum of supervision. This position comes with a generous salary, and the added benefits of flexible working hours, a company vehicle, paid vacation, comprehensive health care program and 401K.

Contact us today with a resume or letter of interest and join our team!

Maintenance Technician 

Reports to Director of Maintenance Operations

Position Purpose

This position has the responsibility of performing diversified duties to ensure each school is positioned to attract and retain families and staff. This is accomplished by ensuring the highest standard of quality in the physical and mechanical state of our properties. Even though the position operates largely in the background, diligence, attention to detail, and quality of work are key elements in the first and lasting impressions of the Nest School as a whole.

Essential Functions

• Perform general maintenance and repairs on an as needed basis per request by location administration via company procedures.
• Perform maintenance inspections at each School as designated by a maintenance checklist.
• Advise and support School Directors on required and preventative maintenance.
• Comply with all safety regulations related to maintenance work.
• Coordinate with outside vendors when necessary to ensure major maintenance repairs are completed in a timely manner.
• Adhere to all company policies and codes of conduct including but not limited to rules regarding purchasing, timekeeping, etc.
• Maintain an adequate supply of materials, supplies, and equipment in good working condition.
• Be conscientious of resources and recycle at every reasonable opportunity.
• Become familiar with all The Nest School productivity apps, software, and procedures.

Education, Skills, & Experience

• Minimum 5 years of experience in maintenance, construction, or trades. The more diverse the better.
• Relevant skills include general repair, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC.
• Ability to conduct advanced troubleshooting and repair on HVAC systems and 120, 240, and 277v systems is highly desirable
• Good working knowledge in the use of all types of hand and power tools
• Possess basic knowledge of workplace safety procedures.
• Common tasks include: Painting, fence repairs, changing bulbs, unstopping toilets, repairing and touching up walls, changing HVAC filters, changing locks, repairing interior and exterior doors, hinges, and glides, repairing and replacing faucets, repairing and replacing toilet flush systems, responding to security issues, testing and recommending new products, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Extensive standing and walking.
• Good vision (close and at a distance), good hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and hearing.
• Frequent reaching, bending, stooping, and kneeling.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 60 lbs
• Able to withstand varying weather conditions.

Personal traits and characteristics

• Excellent communication skills
• Maintain a positive and supportive relationship with other staff members.
• Willingness to follow and carry out orders as needed
• Able to carry out assigned tasks without extensive supervision
• Take pride in the quality of their work. Completes tasks quickly but with an eye towards the highest standard of workmanship and quality.
• Mentally flexible and able to adapt easily to rapidly changing situations, such as adverse weather, staying late to complete projects, late night phone calls, weekend work, emergencies, etc.
• Able to tolerate exposure to loud noises (baby crying, toys falling, and other common occurrences of children at play).
• Even-temperedness- able to maintain a positive disposition at all times, even in less-than-ideal circumstances. Always being respectful towards parents, children, and other staff members.
• Eagerness to learn new systems and methods. A “do what it takes” attitude to accomplish tasks.

Tools and Equipment

Candidates are expected to have or be able to obtain all their own tools, such as basic hand tools, cordless drills and drivers, saws and cutting tools. Basic plumbing and electrical tools and testers, etc. Larger pieces of equipment may be purchased by The Nest School for use by maintenance staff, such as power washers, augers, snow blowers, etc.

Prerequisites

• A statement signed by a physician that the applicant is in good health and free from physical limitations that would pose a risk to children or co-workers or, would interfere with or prevent performance of required duties.
• Able to pass a state background check and fingerprinting.

Pay Range

Salary : $60,000 - $70,000