Posted: 16-Apr-25
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $55,000 - $85,000 annually
Salary Details:
Required Education:
The Buckley School, an all-boys K-8 + Academy Year school, located on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to assist with the daily maintenance of the school campus.
Under the direction and supervision of the Director of Facilities, the Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine building repairs and preventative maintenance tasks. This work will encompass multiple fields, including but not limited to: HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other tasks as necessary. This is a full-time position, eligible for overtime as directed by the Director of Facilities.
Responsibilities Include:
- Observes appearance and conditions of premises, grounds and equipment; notifies Director of Facilities of all needed supplies, repairs, safety hazards, or conditions
- Maintains records, checklists and prepares requested reports
- Performs basic electrical maintenance (e.g. light fixture repair, ballast replacement, wall switches, outlets and low voltage cabling)
- Performs basic plumbing maintenance (e.g. flushometer replacement, leak pinpoint and fix, drain unclogging)
- Performs basic repair and carpentry work (e.g. painting, wall repair, furniture/shelving installation, general repair)
- Performs periodic inspections of Fire Safety Equipment
- Works closely with maintenance team to coordinate efforts and maintain communication
- Performs duties as a Fire Safety Team member
- Performs related duties as assigned, such as general cleaning, snow removal and event setup/breakdown
- Develops relationships with and becomes part of the school community
- These duties are not intended to be an all-encompassing list of responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this position. It is intended to be a guideline reflecting the primary activities.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Graduate
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing, including the ability to maintain logs and prepare written reports
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong computer skills, especially texting and emailing. Familiarity with work ticketing systems a plus
- 5 years of relevant experience - working in a school a plus
- Ability to lift 75 pounds and work in a standing/bending position for extended periods of time
- Must be able to crawl, twist, turn, and reach to complete a variety of job duties, work outside in hot or cold conditions for extended periods of time, operate machines and any other job required for the maintenance of the School
- Physically able to ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and the like using feet and legs and/or hands and arms
- Ability to obtain FDNY Certificate of Fitness F03, within 60 days of employment
- Ability to obtain the following FDNY Certificates of Fitness: F01, S12, S13 & S95 is preferred
How To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and resume to jobs@buckleyschool.org. Please type “Facilities Maintenance Technician” in the subject line. No calls please.
The Buckley School is an equal opportunity employer. Buckley does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, marital status, creed, sexual orientation, ethnicity, carrier status or any other characteristic protected by law. The Buckley School actively seeks diversity in its faculty and student body.