Maintenance Assistant

The Maintenance Assistant position is part time and hourly. The salary range is $17.00-$20.00, depending upon experience and training. Hours are arranged in collaboration with the Maintenance Supervisor and may vary from week to week, averaging 10 hours per week.

The Maintenance Assistant works under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, and is expected to help as needed in all aspects of maintaining buildings and grounds. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assist with grounds maintenance
• Remove snow from walkways
• Assist with building maintenance, not custodial
• Assist with construction of furnishings
• Paint and finish interior and exterior spaces
• Work on small carpentry projects
• Maintain playground equipment
• Set-up for a variety of school events
• Move equipment or supplies for teachers or administrators
• Operate small equipment.

Essential functions, traits, and abilities required include but are not limited to:

• Basic carpentry skills; experience in and understanding of methods in shop work
• Knowledge of basic buildings and grounds machinery operation
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds as needed
• Ability to work occasionally in dusty or dirty areas
• Ability to do rigorous physical labor; good physical condition
• Punctuality and reliability
• Conscientious attitude about quality of work
• Some schedule flexibility
• Experience with and ability to operate our range of construction power tools
• Ability to work with or without close supervision
• Ability to work with cleaning and maintenance chemicals such as paint and industrial cleaners, and floor finishes
• Familiarity with safety procedures with power tool use
• Ability to follow-through independently on regular tasks
• Basic understanding of plumbing and electrical systems
• Courteous interaction with other school personnel and families in attendance

All employees must support and uphold our school’s mission and work to create a school community that values diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and social justice. We seek candidates who will add to the racial, cultural, and gender diversity of the school community. The School is committed to reducing bias throughout the hiring process. For this reason, we ask applicants to follow these steps.

Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest (with full contact information), resume, and at least three references with contact information, including phone and email to: Liron Strothman, mainoffice@commonschool.org.

*The Common School is committed to social justice, critical thinking, and compassion for others. We strive to ensure that our community of students, families, and staff are actively helping to create a caring and equitable environment. Please describe any personal background, training, work or other experience that you feel demonstrates your ability to help us in achieving this goal.

Job Type: Part-time

Expected hours: No less than 10 per week

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person