KIPP - Facilities Maintenance Technician - Stockton

Company Description

About KIPP Public Schools Northern California

We are a thriving nonprofit network of 18 free, public charter schools open to all students. At KIPP, we believe all children should grow up free to create the future they want for themselves and that schools can and should be a critical factor in making that vision a reality.

Together with families and communities, we create joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students with the skills and confidence to pursue the paths they choose-college, career, and beyond-so they can lead fulfilling lives and build a more just world.

Our student community consists of over 7,000 elementary, middle, and high school students in East Palo Alto, Oakland, San Francisco, San Lorenzo, San Jose, and Redwood City, and Stockton.

79% qualify for free or reduced price lunch, 23% are multilingual learners, and 10% have special needs. We strive to cultivate a representative team of teachers and leaders that reflect our students' diversity.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining a clean and safe environment to support teaching, learning, and KIPP NorCal's commitment to a warm and welcoming environment.

They are responsible for the cleaning and maintenance of all Stockton school buildings and grounds. We want our buildings to be well cared for and maintained. Floors sparkle!

This position is supervised by one of KIPP Stockton's Director of School Operations (DSO) and meets with and communicates frequently with all of our Stockton DSOs.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience

1-3 years of related repairs & maintenance hands on experience

Knowledge / skills required :

• Integrity and commitment to KIPP Public Schools Northern California's mission and values
• Strong focus on customer service
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to identify problems and proactively find solutions
• Knowledge of modern cleaning methods, tools, basic plumbing and equipment
• English written and oral fluency; Spanish fluency is a plus
• Ability to lift and carry 20-50 lbs

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Ensure School Facilities, Grounds and Equipment are Well Maintained and Address Issues that Arise

• Learn building systems and train others on fire alarm, burglar, and electrical breaker systems.
• When requested, support DSO with unlocking doors, disabling the alarm system, ensuring air conditioning and heater are on and working properly.
• Complete painting requests, graffiti removal, touch up painting and wall patching, as needed.
• Respond to facilities emergencies (examples include plumbing issues, broken gates or windows, HVAC issues, etc.)
• Respond as a secondary point of contact to after hours alarms and / or facility issues.

Perform general cleaning duties

• Conduct daily cleaning of all school spaces and grounds above and beyond what janitorial vendor provides; including exterior walkways, halls, common spaces, classrooms, and bathrooms, duties include : sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and restocking student and faculty restrooms, disinfecting drinking fountains, and spot cleaning white boards, chairs, rugs, light fixtures and windows.
• Monitor cleaning service company's performance on a daily basis and report issues to the DSO.
• Gathers and disposes of trash found on campuses such as : leaves, litter, and debris.

Support school teams with facilities related requests

• Prepare spaces for special events and assemblies by breaking down tables, moving furniture and organizing the space as requested by the DSO.
• Respond to requests for emergency cleaning / porter tasks.
• Order and assemble basic furniture and supplies (bookshelves, desks, chairs, etc.).
• Replace light bulbs, hang cork boards, and complete carpentry work as requested.
• Coordinate and perform special projects when school is not in session (winter, spring, and summer breaks).
• Coordinate with KIPP Norcal regional facilities staff to arrange major maintenance or repair work orders.

Additional Professional duties

• Check in with supervisor weekly and communicate frequently with all the school's DSOs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned and requested by the Supervisor, DSO or School Leader.
• Adhere to KIPP's health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies' recommendations.
• Attends any / all trainings and meetings to stay current on expectations, policies and procedures
• Follows safety protocols and uses protective equipment / gear in order to minimize the frequency and severity of work-related accidents.
• Maintains reliable and consistent attendance and punctuality.
• Greet families and school staff in a positive manner and work hard to conduct oneself as a steward of KIPP NorCal's commitment to excellence.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Demands

Physical : Ability to navigate office and school campuses. Occasional lifting / carrying of equipment 20-50 lbs.

Mental : Stress of deadlines and normal work standards, ability to analyze problems and generate alternatives, work with interruptions, concentrate for long periods of time, read, calculate, perform routine math problems, memorize and recall objects and people.

Environmental : School environment subject to constant interruptions and distractions. It will require work as current public health guidelines warrant.

Adhere to KIPP's health and safety guidelines as outlined by the CDC, CDE, and public health agencies' recommendations.

Classification

Full-time, non-exempt position based on a school calendar and time-off policy.

Compensation

KIPP Northern California is dedicated to you and your family's well-being! We offer a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and transportation benefits.

We benchmark annually against comparably-sized non-profit organizations in the regions where we operate, to offer competitive salaries.

The hourly rate for this position is between $18.03 and $22.65.

How to Apply

Please submit a resume by clicking apply on this page.

Questions? Email [email protected]

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Additional Information

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