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Facilities Assistant (Maintenance)

Facilities Assistant (Maintenance)

Hmong College Prep AcademySaint Paul, MN, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Job Category : School Year or Year-Round - Hourly Employees

Classification : FTE 1.0

Job Location : Onsite

Starting Hourly : $18.20 - $25.00

Reports To : Facilities / Project Manager

HCPA is a Title I Charter School that serves students through a school-wide plan for instruction that is focused on the needs of at-risk students. The Facilities Assistant (Maintenance) role is responsible for all aspects of the school’s facility and efficient work practice; ensuring the cleanliness, safety and security of the school building and grounds at all times

Responsibilities

  • Maintain the building to ensure productive, proactive, and efficient work practices.
  • Represent the schools' interest, address problems and issues as needed. Participate in project teams as necessary.
  • Monitors and ensures contractor service level agreement compliance for contracts including but not limited to : landscape, janitorial, carpet, and elevators.
  • Applies knowledge of electrical repair and necessary safety precautions in performing duties such as repairing broken wires, replacing light switches and electrical outlets, and changing ballasts.
  • Sets priorities based on maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for the welfare of the students.
  • Applies knowledge of standard tools, materials, equipment, and methods of multi-trades areas in the performance of daily work assignments; cleans tools and work area upon completion of project.
  • Develops and adheres to school facility.
  • Seeks out opportunities to improve cost and effectiveness.
  • Responds to business or after hour inquiries from the school administration for emergency assistance.
  • May participate in general building upkeep such as painting and removal of graffiti from exterior and interior structures.
  • Available for after hour alarm calls and all school events
  • Responsible for seasonal duties such as winter snow removal and summer landscaping / grass cutting
  • Performs related work and other duties as needed to manage all aspects of any building projects and maintenance work

Accountabilities

  • Supports school goals and objectives consistent with the vision, mission, and values of HCPA.
  • Participates in creating a culture of excellence, teamwork and collaboration amongst the staff, teachers, students, and families; a culture that is positive, open to the views of others, and uses social skills to resolve conflicts.
  • Establishes and maintains effective and cooperative relationships with students, parents, teachers, and other school staff.
  • Responds appropriately and promptly to parent, student, and staff member needs.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality regarding students and the educational setting.

    • Requirements :

    Required Qualifications

  • Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a GED
  • Must have a valid MN drives license
  • Must be able to safely and efficiently operate all types of snow removal equipment to ensure a safe and ice free campus.
  • Must be able to safely and efficiently operate all types of lawn equipment-Lawnmowers(riding and walk behind) line trimmers, blowers and all other related equipment.
  • Familiar with floor scrubbers, carpet extractors and related janitorial equipment used on a daily basis.
  • Must be able to work in outdoor conditions when inclement weather events occur.
  • Strong leadership and the ability to develop relationships across the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task.
  • Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.
  • Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.
  • Ability to exercise initiative and sound and effective judgment within established guidelines.

    • Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience in a school facility

    • Work Environment / Conditions

  • Duties are normally performed in a school / classroom environment; school building is a multi-level building that has an elevator and is accessible.
  • Position requires extensive interaction with children of all ages.
  • Possible exposure to loud and noisy locations (e.g. loud classrooms or cafeterias; children speaking or laughing loudly).
  • Operate standard equipment (computer, fax machine, telephone, copier machines, etc.).
  • Fast-paced environment.
  • Position requires the ability to sit for extended periods of time, ability to push, reach, or bend.
  • Work may require weekend and / or evening work and some travel may be required.

    • Facilities & Maintenance Staff

  • Must be able to lift up to (10) pounds at times.
  • Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities.
  • Prolonged periods standing and walking.
  • Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
  • Able to bend, stretch, push, pull, and move as needed to reach, clean, and service machinery.
  • Must be able to visually inspect machines.
  • Frequently work with chemicals requiring special personal protective equipment.

    • For details on the benefits program go to : https : / / www.hcpak12.org / Page / 136

    To apply or check out other opportunities, go to https : / / www.hcpak12.org / careers

    Equal Employment Opportunity Hmong College Prep Academy District is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

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