Maintenance Generalist

Job Title: Maintenance Generalist

Type: Full-Time, 12-Month, Hourly

Department: Operations

Reports To: Director of Operations

Friends Community School (FCS), founded in 1986, is a progressive, co-ed Quaker K-8 day school serving a diverse student body from the greater Washington, D.C. area. FCS’s LEED-certified building is situated on 17 acres surrounded by Greenbelt National Park, nine minutes from the University of Maryland, College Park, and thirty minutes from Washington, D.C.

Educators at FCS nurture lifelong learners, courageous risk takers, and joyous peacemakers through the expression of our commitments to Quakerism, Progressive Education, equity, and inclusion. Our progressive pedagogical approach emphasizes depth over breadth, creativity and innovation over memorization, and hands-on collaborative projects over rote schoolwork. Our curriculum engages students in the exploration of values rooted in our Quaker Heritage – simplicity, peaceful conflict resolution, integrity, community, equality/equity, and stewardship – from a range of perspectives.

Job Summary
The Maintenance Generalist performs general work from basic repairs, grounds care, communication with other repair personnel, and oversees facilities enhancements for the purpose of maintaining facilities for students, staff, and public in a safe, operating condition. This position is hourly, Mondays through Fridays, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with the occasional evening, weekend or early-morning work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Responds to administrative work requests for completing work orders (and/or projects) in a timely, efficient, and productive manner
Assists skilled workers as a helper in various trades (ex: carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, grounds, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring efficient and effective functioning of the work unit
Inspects facilities, systems, and their components for the purpose of identifying necessary repairs
Maintains tools and/or equipment in good working order
Safely operates basic equipment using defined methods
Performs minor repairs as assigned in carpentry, plumbing, painting, or electrical
Provides support and facilities setup/breakdown for school events on campus.
Responds to emergency facility or custodial situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns
Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment, supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at the job site
Physical requirements include the ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds, push/pull greater than 50 pounds, climb ladders, moderate bending, excessive squatting and frequent twisting, kneeling, and reaching
Exposure to chemicals, noise levels above 85dB, dust, fumes, odors, humidity, as well as slippery and uneven surfaces should be expected
Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification Requirements

A High School diploma or equivalent
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficiently to perform all of the duties of the position
Experience with general building maintenance regarding carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical
Experience with basic business technology, such as Microsoft, Google applications or similar
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety practices
Understands and follows oral and written instructions
Ability to organize, prioritize and follow-through on assignments
Estimates time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned
Performs multiple tasks with a potential need to upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions
Work with immediate supervision, providing information and/or advising others
Use resources from other work units to perform the job's functions
Keeps up-to-date work records
Have knowledge of green building practices
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with a variety of people in a professional, collegial, and courteous manner
Ability to be discreet and to maintain confidentiality
Must pass criminal background investigation
Be available for occasional evening, weekend or early-morning work
Experience in a non-profit school (preferred)

Commitment to Diversity

FCS is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive educational community and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or a person's status as a qualified candidate with a disability in administration of its educational program, admission policies, financial aid program, staff hiring, and other school-administered programs.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, we actively seek faculty and staff of varied backgrounds and encourage them to share their unique gifts to cultivate a rich educational experience. We strive to create a learning environment that exposes students to

Please send a cover letter, résumé, and the names and contact information of three professional references to jobs@friendscommunityschool.org.

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