Facilities Technician

Job Description

Job Description

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Job Description: Facilities Technician

The British International School of Boston is a growing independent private school situated in the popular area of Jamaica Plain, Boston, MA.  Situated on the campus of Showa Institute, our vibrant campus has green spaces all integrated to our Lower, Middle, and High School academic buildings, athletic facilities, and more. Within our private school of over 85 nationalities spanning the Early Years and all of K–12 education, we holistically emphasize components of intellectual, personal, emotional, and social growth through many resources and extracurricular activities.

The British International School of Boston is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic, and hands-on Facilities Technician to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of the school campus. Working as part of the Operations team, the Facilities Technician will help ensure that the school provides a safe, welcoming, well-maintained, and functional environment for our students, staff, families, and visitors.

The role will support a wide range of facilities needs across the campus, including routine maintenance, repairs, room and event set-up, building checks, and general operational support. The successful candidate will be practical, responsive, organized, and willing to lend a hand wherever needed to help keep the school running smoothly.

Job Purpose

The Facilities Technician will help maintain the best possible learning and working environment for students and staff at the British International School of Boston. The role plays an important part in the daily life of the school, ensuring that our buildings, grounds, equipment, and facilities are safe, well maintained, and ready to support teaching, learning, and school activities.

The successful candidate should have:

• Previous experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, property maintenance, custodial services, or a similar hands-on facilities role.
• Practical experience carrying out general maintenance and minor repairs, including basic carpentry, painting, hardware installation, furniture assembly, and other routine maintenance tasks.
• Experience installing and maintaining display boards, signage, shelving, classroom fixtures, and equipment.
• The ability to safely receive, move, and deliver supplies, boxes, equipment, and furniture throughout the campus.
• A commitment to maintaining clean, safe, organized, and welcoming indoor and outdoor spaces, including general litter and waste removal as needed.
• The ability to identify maintenance needs, prioritize work requests, and complete repairs independently, while recognizing when outside contractors or additional support are required.
• Strong practical problem-solving skills, with the ability to use initiative and respond effectively to day-to-day facilities needs.
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Good written and spoken English, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, families, contractors, and visitors.
• A valid driver's license and excellent driving record.
• Previous experience working in a school or educational environment is desirable but not required.
• Immediate availability is preferred.

Daily Duties and Key Responsibilities

Facilities Maintenance

• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely manner and maintain an accurate record of outstanding and completed work.
• Review the maintenance schedule and online work-order system regularly for requests submitted by staff.
• Work with the Director of Operations to prioritize maintenance requests and ensure that urgent needs are addressed promptly.
• Conduct regular walkthroughs of the campus to identify maintenance, safety, or facilities concerns and report these to the Director of Operations.
• Complete routine maintenance and minor repairs, including painting, basic carpentry, furniture assembly, hardware installation, and other general maintenance work.
• Consult with the Director of Operations when maintenance or repairs require the support of an outside vendor or contractor.
• Report facilities equipment requiring repair or replacement.
• Ensure the school's three minivans are regularly checked, refueled, clean, and maintained in good working order.
• Support the Athletics Department with the general maintenance and grooming of the turf field.

Campus Care and Upkeep

• Help maintain a clean, safe, tidy, and welcoming school environment throughout the day.
• Respond promptly to spills and other housekeeping needs as they arise.
• Collect and dispose of trash from playgrounds, classrooms, learning spaces, and other areas as needed.
• Support the daily transportation of lunch "to-go" boxes to the Showa kitchen.
• Assist with maintaining outdoor areas and addressing general campus needs as they arise.

Deliveries, Set-Up and Operational Support

• Receive, check, and distribute deliveries, reporting any discrepancies or concerns to the Director of Operations.
• Ensure incoming deliveries and supplies are promptly moved to the appropriate storage or delivery location so that the reception area remains clear and organized.
• Receive and coordinate water and other scheduled deliveries.
• Assist staff with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and other items throughout the campus.
• Set up the gymnasium, hall, classrooms, and other spaces for assemblies, concerts, school productions, meetings, and special events, including chairs, staging, and audiovisual equipment as needed.
• Return spaces to their usual configuration promptly following events.
• Collect or deliver items off-site when required.
• Provide general facilities and operational support across the school as needs arise.

Additional Expectations

The Facilities Technician will:

• Have basic computer skills and be comfortable using email, internet searches, and the school's online work-order system.
• Contribute to a positive, welcoming school environment through a helpful, responsive, and professional approach when working with students, staff, families, visitors, and contractors.
• Understand and support the school's core purpose, mission, vision, policies, and procedures.
• Follow the school's dress code and other expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Follow established absence-reporting procedures when unable to attend work due to illness or injury.
• Be flexible and willing to undertake other reasonable duties as required to support the effective operation of the school.

Physical and Scheduling Requirements

The successful candidate should be comfortable:

• Spending a significant portion of the workday on their feet and moving regularly throughout the campus.
• Walking between buildings and work areas, including frequently using stairs and working both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Lifting, carrying, moving, and delivering boxes, furniture, supplies, equipment, and other materials throughout the campus.
• Performing practical, hands-on maintenance and facilities tasks throughout the working day.
• Working occasional additional hours, including evenings for parent meetings, school performances, and other events, as well as occasional weekend events when required.

Create Your Future

We’re Nord Anglia Education, one of the world’s largest premium international schools organisations. Every day, our teachers and support colleagues help our thousands of students achieve more than they ever imagined possible.

A transformational education at one of our schools is focussed on excellent academic outcomes, creativity, wellbeing, and international connectedness. Our innovative use of educational technology also creates a personalised, 21st century learning experience for all students, while our global scale means we can recruit and retain the world’s best teachers and offer unforgettable events and expeditions.

Our people are empowered to make a difference in their fields of expertise. Our fast pace of growth requires evolution and change from everyone, giving you the chance to define the role you do in the future. This challenges the learning agility of our employees and ensures every day brings interesting new experiences.

Founded in 1972 in the United Kingdom, our first international school opened in 1992 in Warsaw, followed by rapid growth across the world since the 2000s.

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a global family of experts working for a fast-growing premium international brand.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type : Full-time

Reporting to: Director of Operations

Salary Range: $21/hour - $26/hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee assistance program

Physical Setting:

• School

Schedule:

• On-campus, Monday to Friday, 8 hours/day

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Boston, MA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On- Campus

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