Building Engineer - 2026/2027 School Year

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Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.

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Position Summary

The Building Engineer will perform preventive and routine maintenance and repairs on buildings and systems; including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry and general building repairs, furniture moves, life safety and associated systems and other duties as assigned. The Building Engineer will work closely with the Operations Director to ensure the reliable operation of building systems, physical appearance, safety and security of all facilities. The position reports to the Operations Director.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Providing maintenance and upkeep of school building on a daily basis
• Performing preventive and routine maintenance and repairs on building and systems; including but not limited to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, general building repairs, life safety and associated systems
• Completing assigned work and maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner
• Executing emergency procedures on building systems and sub-systems
• Performing trash and snow removal as needed
• Climbing ladders to replace lamps and to work on equipment
• Performing operational checks to ensure equipment is operating within parameters and at maximum efficiencies
• Lifting equipment, tools, and building supplies
• Maintaining equipment logs, records, operational data and history
• Ordering equipment and supplies as needed for the maintenance of the school building
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Operations

Qualifications:

• Must have a Class "A" Engineers license for Boilers or must be able to obtain the license within the 1st year of hire
• Must have Building Certification Type A, HVAC Certification and EPA Universal HVAC license
• Ability to climb ladders and lift 55lbs or more
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Maintain building exterior and curb appeal (i.e. snow removal, lawn care, trash removal)
• Excellent verbal, written and communication skills
• Must be effective working independently with little or no supervision
• Strong organizational skills and proficient in establishing priorities
• Ability to communicate and cooperatively work with a diverse group of people
• Must have Valid Driver's License
• Must be able to pass background check

Education and Experience:

• High School and/or Trade Vocational School Graduate
• Required certification and/or experience in building related trades in one (1) or more areas: HVAC, Electric, Plumbing and/or Carpentry
• Minimum three (3) years commercial HVAC service, repair or maintenance experience with rooftop units preferred
• Five (5) years of related experience and/or training in a facilities maintenance position
• Experience working on complex equipment components, computer systems and blueprints
• Experience or interest in an urban high school setting

Physical Requirements:

• Sitting, talking, hearing, and seeing; Driving, standing for long periods, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crawling, pushing, pulling, feeling, reaching, lifting heavy equipment, grasping, twisting above the waist, bending at waist, repetitive hand and arm motion, and fine finger manipulation in the use of a computer. Climb ladders, enter crawl spaces, exertion of force, manipulation of hand and/or foot controls.

Salary and Bonus Information:

• This role is eligible for a $1,000 signing bonus!

Mastery's Benefits Package:

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings!

Annual Calendar:

As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our calendar here. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!

Why You Should Apply:

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.