Maintenance Staff

Maintenance Staff Member

Magen David Yeshivah is seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Staff member to help maintain the school's facilities, ensuring a safe, clean, and functional environment for students, faculty, and staff. The ideal candidate is hands-on, dependable, and able to perform general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school building.

The work schedule will be 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 2pm on Fridays.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs throughout the school, including classrooms, offices, hallways, bathrooms, and common areas.
• Assist with basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and other repair tasks within the scope of training and authorization.
• Inspect school facilities and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, or repair needs.
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of classrooms, furniture, equipment, and school events.
• Maintain school grounds and entrances as needed, ensuring they remain safe and presentable.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies.
• Keep maintenance tools, equipment, and storage areas organized and secure.
• Assist with moving furniture, supplies, and equipment when necessary.
• Follow all school safety procedures and use tools and equipment responsibly.
• Work collaboratively with the maintenance team, housekeeping staff, and school administration.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in general maintenance, building repairs, or facilities support preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical work, carpentry, painting, and general repairs is an advantage.
• Ability to identify maintenance issues and determine when professional assistance is required.
• Strong work ethic, reliability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to follow instructions, prioritize tasks, and work independently or as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to lift and move furniture and supplies and perform physical tasks as required.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe environment for children and school personnel.

Working Hours:

• This position is an onsite full-time (all year-round)
• 8am to 5pm Monday to Thursday and 8am to 2pm on Fridays
• Overtime available but not required

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer offering:

• A competitive salary will be based on education and experience
• Comprehensive benefits package
• A 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• School paid lunch.
• Continuous school-wide Professional Development
• The school year is consistent with the Jewish calendar and closed during the summer.

Now is an exciting time to join us!

About the School:

Established in 1946, the mission of Magen David Yeshivah is to ensure and globally support the continuity of Sephardic communities through education. Its vision is to develop a new, globally recognized center of excellence that prepares students to excel academically, graduate college as well as professional graduate schools, and apply their unique talents in the world to create economically independent and personally fulfilling lives