Maintenance Specialist

About the role

Position Summary: Responsible for facility and playground maintenance, repair and record keeping. Assures compliance with Head Start policies and procedures, Performance Standards, and Licensing Rules for Child Care Centers.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility and playground maintenance and repair.
• Maintain records of maintenance activities.
• Ensure compliance with Head Start policies, Performance Standards, and Child Care Center licensing rules.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (minimum).
• Two years of facility maintenance and repair experience (minimum); five years desired.

Requirements

• Minimum age 18.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
• Pass a physical examination.
• Pass a comprehensive fingerprinted criminal background check.
• Pass a pre‑employment drug screen (negative for amphetamines, cannabinoids, cocaine, opiates, PCP).

Skills

• Facility maintenance and repair.
• Record keeping and documentation.
• Knowledge of Head Start policies and licensing standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer contribution.
• Assistance in furthering education.
• Paid time off, earned sick time, paid parental leave.
• Paid holidays and breaks, paid weather days.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee assistance program.
• Wellness committee resources.

Pay

• HS/GED: $15.96 per hour.
• AA: $18.52 per hour.
• BA or higher: $21.07 per hour.

Schedule

Expected schedule: 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Monday–Friday. Work hours may vary due to daily schedule and/or trainings. Position is full‑time, year‑round (12‑months), hourly, non‑exempt.