Facilities Maintenance (Handyman) - Full Time

Facilities Technician New Britain, CT Pay: $17.00 per hour | Full-Time | Approximately 40 Hours per Week

At First Student, safety and reliability are at the core of everything we do. Our Facilities Technicians play a key role in maintaining a safe, functional, and compliant environment for our employees and operations. This position is responsible for general facility upkeep, preventative maintenance, and supporting operational efficiency across the location.

This position requires maintaining equipment and facilities in compliance with all applicable regulations and company preventive maintenance programs.

Why Join First Student? At First Student, we are proud to offer:

Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour

Full-time schedule approximately 40 hours per week (hours may vary based on operational needs)

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Facilities Technician Responsibilities Inspect and repair facility components and systems under general supervision

Troubleshoot and repair electrical, plumbing, mechanical, and facility systems

Perform preventive maintenance and equipment inspections

Complete minor mechanical repairs and assist with installation of new systems or components

Maintain facility cleanliness including offices, restrooms, and common areas

Support yard and outdoor maintenance as needed

Ensure proper handling and disposal of non-hazardous and hazardous materials

Maintain equipment in compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations

Assist with general facility upkeep tasks as assigned by management

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required

12 years of maintenance or facilities experience preferred

Broad knowledge of maintenance disciplines including electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems

Ability to operate tools and equipment safely and effectively

Electrician or welding experience/licensing is a plus

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as required

Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment or materials as needed

Must be able to perform physical tasks associated with maintenance and repair work

At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.