Facilities Specialist

About Us:

Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory, a Catholic secondary school in the Marianist and Catholic traditions, boasts a strong academic and student-life program for students in grades 9-12. Located in Hollywood, FL our school is a vibrant and life-enriching place for professional educators to practice and refine their craft. We are more than just a school-our faith driven learning environment fosters academic success, leadership, and service, shaping students into caring individuals who make a meaningful impact in their communities and beyond.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Facilities Specialist to support the daily maintenance, repair, safety, and overall operation of our school campus and facilities. This role is responsible for performing a wide range of general maintenance and semi-skilled trades work, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, preventative maintenance, and campus support services.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance and repair of buildings, classrooms, offices, grounds, and campus facilities.
• Replace or repair building materials and fixtures including doors, windows, tile, cabinets, shelving, sinks, lighting, smoke alarms, filters, and related equipment.
• Complete minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, masonry, and painting work.
• Troubleshoot facility issues and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Respond to work orders and maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist with furniture moves, event setups/breakdowns, and campus support needs.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, systems, and equipment to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting, water, and related systems.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces in safe operating condition.
• Monitor and maintain cleanliness, organization, and overall campus appearance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance situations during and after hours as needed.
• Support campus security procedures including gates, alarms, and emergency preparedness protocols.
• Track and update maintenance requests using a computerized work order system.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors as needed.
• Assist with inventory, ordering, and purchasing of maintenance materials and supplies.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous facilities, maintenance, or building operations experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of general maintenance practices including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and HVAC preventative maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Valid driver's license required.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy materials and equipment.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing ladders, and reaching.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and on-call emergency shifts as needed.

Work Environment:

• Indoor and outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise from equipment and school activities.
• Cleaning agents, maintenance tools, and repair materials.
• Interaction with students, staff, parents, and visitors.

Preferred Characteristics:

• Reliable and responsive.
• Team-oriented with a positive attitude.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Takes pride in maintaining a safe, clean, and functional campus.
• Willingness to learn and assist across multiple facility operations.

Please no phone calls

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person