Facilities Associate WMS Night Shift
hace 2 días
White Plains
Job Description FACILITIES ASSOCIATE (Night Shift) Westchester The Windward School is currently seeking a full time Facilities Associates for our Westchester locations. We have two open positions, one at our Westchester Middle School and the other a floater at both the Westchester Lower and Middle School. This position is an evening shift 3:00 pm - 11:00 pm. Duties and Responsibilities • Performing routine maintenance in school buildings such as fixing structural damage, windows, doors or wall repair., • Responding to maintenance tickets for repairs and furniture and supply needs of our faculty and staff., • Repairing broken or leaky plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures., • Work on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or wiring issue occurs., • Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly., • Assisting with preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems., • Painting rooms within in building when old paint has become faded or chipped., • Repairing any potential safety hazards to avoid injuries., • Sanitizing and thoroughly cleaning all areas of campus, where needed., • Event services set-up (including but not limited to chairs, tables, technology, and other décor) and tear-down and clean-up post event., • Parking and traffic duty during morning and afternoon drop-off and pick-up, as well as, at large events., • 2 3 years of similar facilities/maintenance experience., • Plumbing, electrical and HVAC knowledge a plus., • General carpentry skills:, • Installs, maintains, and repairs building hardware, including but not limited to, doors, windows, floors, and ceilings, adhering to accepted procedures and techniques of the carpenter trade., • Responds to departmental request which include, but are not limited to securing office equipment (i.e., computers, typewriters, etc.), and installing shelves., • General electricical skills:, • Isolates defects in wiring, switches, motors and other electrical equipment, Using suitable testing instruments., • Replaces faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems, fixes and appliances., • General HVAC skills:, • Inspects and operates heating and air conditioning units and machinery to determine that all are functioning properly., • Reads thermometers and gauges, and records readings, and can access and use the Building Management Control System, as necessary., • General Plumbing skills:, • Inspects installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures to maintain the heating water, gas and plumbing systems of the plant. The Windward School is a coeducational, independent day school dedicated to providing a proven instructional program for children with language-based learning disabilities. The multisensory curriculum is designed for students of average to superior intelligence who can benefit from the unique educational experience provided. Through direct instruction in small class settings, a trained staff assists students to improve their language skills. Academic success, combined with opportunities for social and emotional growth within an intentionally diverse and inclusive setting, enables students to understand their learning differences, build confidence, and develop self-advocacy skills. Windward is committed to helping students achieve their full potential in preparation for a successful return to a mainstream educational environment. To meet these goals, the School provides ongoing training to its faculty based on the most current research and shares its expertise with the parent body, other educators, and the broader community. Our Vision A world where every child with a language-based learning disability is empowered to achieve unlimited success Compensation The salary range for this position is $18 per/hour. How to Apply To be considered for this role, please send a letter of interest, a resume, and contact information for three references to our employment page. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. EEO The School is committed to equal employment opportunity. The School does not discriminate based on an individual’s race, color, national and ethnic origin, citizenship, age, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. This policy governs all aspects of employment at the School, including hiring, assignments, training, promotions, compensation, employee benefits, discipline, discharge, and all other terms and conditions of employment.