Maintenance Technician

About the role

Premier Early Childhood Education Partners is a private early childhood education organization seeking a Maintenance Technician based in Decatur, Illinois! This role requires travel between assigned schools in the following locations: Decatur, Illinois, Bloomington, Illinois, Indianapolis, Indiana metro area, and St. Louis, Missouri metro area.

This is an exciting opportunity for a hands-on, solution-oriented professional who is passionate about creating safe, well-maintained, and welcoming environments for children and staff.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED
• 3+ years of maintenance experience in a commercial or residential setting
• A valid driver’s license
• The ability to pass all background checks
• Candidates must have their own set of tools, including but not limited to: drill, impact driver, various sizes of screwdrivers, hammer, electric meter, voltage detector, and wrenches

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, preventative maintenance, general repairs, and facility improvements to interior and exterior spaces
• Diagnose and troubleshoot facility issues, completing repairs or coordinating with vendors as needed
• Ensure all work areas are safe, clean, and secure, especially in child-accessible spaces
• Utilize Service Channel to receive, track, and complete work orders
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with center staff, landlord, and vendors
• Travel between sites to perform repairs, including minor plumbing, HVAC filter changes, painting, irrigation work, carpentry, electrical work, and more
• Support the cleaning, prepping, and closing of swimming pools (if applicable)
• Responsibly handle chemicals and follow safety protocols
• Provide suggestions for improvements in operational or energy efficiency

Physical Requirements

The role involves a range of physical activities necessary for performing maintenance work effectively and safely, including:

• Standing: Remaining in a stationary position for extended periods
• Walking/Moving: Frequently moving throughout the facility to access various work areas and equipment, sometimes over uneven terrain or in confined spaces
• Bending, Kneeling, Crouching, and Stooping: Positioning oneself to access equipment and perform tasks, including under desks and within confined areas
• Lifting and Carrying: Regularly lifting and moving equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs independently; heavier items (75–100 lbs) lifted with team assistance
• Pushing and Pulling: Exerting force to move equipment, tools, and other objects
• Climbing: Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and working from elevated positions or on scaffolding

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: $60,000 annually
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy