Head Start Maintenance

About the role

Under the direct supervision of the Director of Facilities, to maintain school buildings and building and grounds in orderly, neat, safe and operable condition.

Responsibilities

• Clearing and disposing of trash, cleaning bathrooms and floors, washing windows, dusting furniture and fixtures, mowing grass, and related tasks.
• Performing tasks to maintain buildings and grounds in safe and operable condition, such as making minor repairs to property as requested, clearing snow and ice, and related tasks.
• Inspecting equipment and facilities, and recommending repair or replacement action to supervisor.
• Regulating heat, ventilation, and air conditioning systems to provide temperatures appropriate to the season and to ensure economical use of fuel, water, and electricity.
• Checking all building entrances/exits to ensure that they are working properly.
• Opening and closing building and ensuring that all doors and windows are closed and securely locked prior to leaving.
• Maintaining motors and other mechanical equipment and ensuring that such equipment receives scheduled servicing.
• Obtaining equipment, tools and materials required for completion of assigned work.
• Maintaining inventory of supplies, materials, equipment, and fuel, and placing orders as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operations of maintenance tasks.
• Preparing and maintaining records to document work and repairs as requested.
• Performing other related tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• Follows all applicable safety rules, procedures and regulations governing the proper use of tools and power equipment used; wears appropriate safety gear.
• Frequent travel between schools, or between schools and central offices, may be required.
• Ability to withstand heights and work in crawl spaces; typical risks associated with using tools of the trade; occasional strenuous physical work; occasional work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold,