Facilities Technician

CHS Central Office - Hershey, PA

Full-Time

The Facilities Technician is responsible for attending to mechanical, electrical, and structural trades issues at multiple Catherine Hershey Schools locations. This individual is required to have the knowledge, skill, and ability to maintain, service, and repair building systems as required. Trade disciplines relevant to this position include plumbing, HVAC, building automation, lighting, electrical systems and utilities. The Facilities Technician will report to the Facilities Supervisor and will on a regular basis discuss updates, progress, risks, and issues. Starting pay is in the range of $21 - $25 per hour, based on expertise.

Responsibilities:

Performing proactive, corrective, and preventative maintenance on all facility equipment and building systems
Investigate and diagnose facilities issues
Periodically inspect buildings and their systems
Attend to fire alarms and access systems as needed
Completing duties in accordance with proper safety procedures
Attending safety trainings through CHS as needed
Working with and managing facilities contractors
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED required
1 - 3 years' experience with knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques regarding HVAC/R, plumbing, structural trades, and basic electrical
Ability to read, understand, and execute manufacturer's recommendations
Valid PA Driver's License
Compassion for and ability to effectively work with low-income families
Excellent communication and customer skills
Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and/or willingness to learn
Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Who we are and what we’re looking for

At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.

We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.

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About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning

At Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, we nurture children, support them in discovering their world, and help them grow to reach their fullest potential. We are passionate educators, caregivers, and role models dedicated to successful early childhood development. We believe that a rich and solid foundation, along with a nurturing and supportive environment, is critical to helping children grow. We focus on the whole child, helping them flourish in mind and body. And we set them on a path to become their strongest, brightest, and best selves in school and beyond.

Catherine Hershey’s dream was to provide children with a well-rounded education. That dream lives on in her name and is our mission at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning.

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Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.