Facilities Maintenance Mechanic / Working Foreman -2026/2027 SY

About LEAP LEAP Academy University Charter School is a public charter school serving students from infancy through 12th grade in Camden, New Jersey. LEAP provides a rigorous, college-preparatory education with a strong focus on STEM/STEAM and is committed to preparing students for success in college, careers, and life. Through its unique partnership with Rutgers University Camden, LEAP offers innovative academic programs and comprehensive support services that empower students, families, and staff.To learn more, visit www.leapacademycharter.org.

About the role

LEAP Academy University Charter School is seeking a highly skilled, dependable, and hands-on Facilities Maintenance Mechanic / Working Foreman to support the safe, efficient, and well-maintained operation of school facilities. The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic / Working Foreman will perform advanced maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance across LEAP Academy facilities, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general building systems. Working under the direction of the Director of Facilities, the employee will inspect buildings and equipment, identify deficiencies, troubleshoot equipment issues, and complete repairs when appropriate. The ideal candidate will be able to determine when repairs can be safely completed in-house and when a licensed contractor or specialized vendor is required. The Working Foreman will also monitor the quality of custodial work and provide hands-on instruction, technical guidance, and job-related training to custodial staff as needed. The Facilities Maintenance Mechanic / Working Foreman will play an important role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, staff, and the LEAP Academy community.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain rooftop units, unit ventilators, split systems, pumps, motors, thermostats, boilers, exhaust fans, HVAC controls, and related equipment.
• Perform plumbing repairs involving faucets, toilets, flush valves, sinks, drains, water lines, pumps, valves, and other plumbing fixtures.
• Perform electrical troubleshooting and repairs within the employee's qualifications and legal limitations, including lighting, switches, receptacles, breakers, motors, and electrical controls.
• Perform carpentry and general building repairs involving doors, locks, hardware, ceilings, walls, flooring, cabinetry, shelving, and furniture.
• Complete painting, patching, masonry, tile, and other general facility repairs as assigned.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general building systems.
• Inspect equipment and building components for wear, damage, leaks, unusual noises, overheating, vibration, and other signs of failure.
• Replace filters, belts, bearings, valves, controls, and other serviceable components as required.
• Conduct building inspections to identify maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and operational concerns.
• Inspect completed custodial work and report deficiencies or performance concerns to the Director of Facilities.
• Provide hands-on instruction, technical guidance, and job-related training to custodial employees.
• Complete assigned work orders and document labor, materials used, completion notes, photographs, and other required information.
• Provide the Director of Facilities with updates regarding completed work, outstanding repairs, equipment conditions, emergencies, and material needs.
• Assist contractors, vendors, inspectors, and service companies working at LEAP Academy facilities.
• Monitor contractor work and report incomplete work, deficiencies, unsafe conditions, or other concerns to the Director of Facilities.
• Assist with construction, renovation, equipment replacement, and capital improvement projects as assigned.
• Respond to HVAC failures, plumbing leaks, flooding, power interruptions, equipment