Experience and Skills:
Responsibilities:
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Under direction, assist with the inspecting, planning and
implementing of a campus building maintenance program.
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Perform equipment and building maintenance on a daily basis in
accordance with submitted and/or assigned service requests. Follow
appropriate safety procedures when completing work assignments in
accordance with OSHA and other relevant safety guidelines. Inform
supervisor and update electronic request forms as completed or as
deemed appropriate.
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As directed, perform building and periodic property
inspections. Maintain a safe and secure setting for students,
staff and guests. Report any concerns or violations to the
immediate supervisor.
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Assist in the recordkeeping for purchasing, inventory, labor
and materials for work performed.
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Provide back-up support for campus lead and
custodian/maintenance positions during planned or unexpected absences.
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Determine materials and methods for assigned jobs; inspect for
quality and progress to ensure work is being performed with an
emphasis on safety; Communicate with the supervisor all labor and
materials utilized on a daily basis.
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Submit purchase requisitions for supplies and materials;
coordinate and maintain adequate inventory of tools, equipment,
hardware and materials. Assist Campus Lead with building
inspections and maintenance operations reviews; notify supervisor
of concerns regarding safety and building integrity.
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Coordinate access to spaces to minimize disruption to
operations. Receive and deliver equipment and supplies as
required. May be called upon to discuss and participate in
installations, repairs, new construction and other routine and
event-related projects.
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Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry including but not
limited to demolition and rough construction; roof repairs,
drywall and plaster; metal work; masonry, concrete, block and
brick work; resilient and hard surface flooring; repair/replace
doors and windows; cabinet, lock and hardware repair; plastic
laminate work; suspended ceilings and insulation, painting and
other surface treatments. Maintain basic knowledge of plumbing,
mechanical and HVAC systems as it relates to general maintenance
and upkeep of the buildings.
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Assist with traffic control at the beginning and end of school day.
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Other related duties as assigned by the campus lead. The
listing of the position duties/responsibilities is not necessarily
inclusive for this position. Omission of specific duties does not
preclude assignment of other duties if such duties are a logical
assignment to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:
Working Conditions:
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May be subject to being on-call
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Carry a cell phone or two-way device
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Work with hazardous materials
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Schedule changes based on the needs of the school
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Work long hours to complete/perform scheduled or emergency
functions and events
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Required to work under adverse weather conditions and varying
temperatures (indoor/outdoor)
Physical Requirements:
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Must be able to work safely from ladders, scaffolds and roofs
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Required to work in confined spaces which may include extended
periods of stooping, bending, kneeling or standing.
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Involves a great deal of walking
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Must possess normal vision, hearing and physical dexterity
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Will be required to do own laboring, lift up to 50 pounds
safely and be able to transport equipment (push and pull),
including carts which may carry 400 pounds
Required:
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3 years experience performing general maintenance
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills and proven
project management skills
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Computer literacy (MS Word/Excel, work order tracking and
payroll systems)
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Availability for scheduled and on-call work evenings and weekends
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High school graduate or equivalent
Preferred:
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Boiler Operating License (Class C or higher)
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Experience in supervision/proven skills
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Valid Minnesota driver's license/must pass DMV background check
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Working knowledge of construction materials and methods
Team Participation:
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Participate as a contributing member of the campus team
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As appropriate, give input for ways to improve procedures and
policies currently in use to ensure business is conducted in a
safe, responsible manner
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Willing to assist in other areas and with other tasks not
defined in position description
The Blake School is a pre-kindergarten through grade 12,
co-educational, nonsectarian, independent day school enrolling 1,331
bright, talented students from nearly 56 Twin Cities-area
communities. Founded in 1900, The Blake School has the advantage of
facilities and campuses designed for specific developmental ages.
Blake’s mission is to engage students with a dynamic, academically
challenging education in a diverse and supportive community
committed to pluralism and a common set of values. Students pursue
an integrated program of academic, artistic and athletic activities,
preparing for college, lifelong learning and purposeful lives as
community and global citizens. The school community is also guided
by its Commitment to Pluralism and core values.
The Blake School believes that a diverse society enriches all
individuals and communities. Diversity of race, ethnicity, national
origin, geography, religion, gender, affectional or sexual
orientation, age, physical ability, and marital, parental or
economic status forms the fabric of our society. As a result of
these beliefs, The Blake School actively seeks students, families
and employees who value and contribute to the fullness of a diverse
community within the context of its mission. In doing so, we
recognize our responsibility to help make each person's experience a
success. EOE
