Wilmington, Delaware
Posted: 23-Mar-26
Location: Seattle, Washington
Type: Full Time
Salary: $28-$32/hour DOE
Categories:
Facilities Maintenance Technician
Opportunity Statement
Villa Academy is an inclusive independent school community dedicated to developing the whole child in the Cabrinian tradition of “education of the heart.” Through dynamic, inquiry-based learning, Villa students become active agents of their own intellectual growth in preparation for lives of service and purpose.
Villa Academy seeks a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician to join its team. This role will be part of our dedicated Facilities team in maintaining our school’s buildings and grounds. This position is responsible for maintaining a safe, functional, and well-kept school campus through facilities upkeep, event support, and general maintenance. This is a Tuesday through Saturday position, working approximately 37 hours per week. Hours for this position are 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday, and 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM on Saturday. Throughout the year additional hours will be required. This is a twelve-month, hourly position, reporting to the Director of Facilities.
The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with expertise in facilities maintenance. They are proactive, adaptable, and collaborative, with strong technical skills, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to maintaining both the school’s physical spaces and its community values.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Maintain school buildings to ensure they are fully functional, safe, and productive for use.
- Open and secure campus, including unlocking buildings at the start of the day and securing the grounds as needed.
- Maintain school grounds, including lawn care, tree pruning, and upkeep of planting beds to preserve a welcoming and well-maintained appearance.
- Set up and break down for events, ensuring all arrangements meet the needs of the school community.
- Perform general maintenance tasks, including preventative and ongoing maintenance to keep facilities in excellent condition.
- Assist with traffic management, helping facilitate smooth and safe school arrival and dismissal processes.
- Handle janitorial duties as needed to support a clean and functional environment.
- Participate in faculty/staff meetings and perform other duties as assigned.
- Commit to the mission, vision, and values of Villa Academy.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2+ years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related field, with strong knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, and general building systems.
- Capacity to manage multiple priorities seamlessly in a dynamic environment.
- Proficiency with power tools and the ability to perform minor repairs to school buildings and equipment.
- Skill in operating landscaping equipment necessary for campus maintenance.
- A current Washington state driver's license and applicable automobile insurance.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with diverse school constituencies, including students, staff, and families.
- Neat and professional appearance, appropriate for a school environment.
- Ability to collaborate and build cooperative relationships with all members of the school community.
- Physical capability to: stand for extended periods, stoop, kneel, bend, turn, and reach as needed, lift up to 50 pounds, work at heights of up to 40 feet (e.g., on ladders, lifts, or roofs,) and perform tasks that involve kneeling or sitting on the floor.
- Flexibility to work in various conditions, both indoors and outdoors, in all types of weather.
- Excellent communication skills for working with students, parents, faculty/staff, and campus partners.
- Positive energy and enthusiasm for working in a Preschool through Eighth Grade, faith-based independent school.
- A commitment to ongoing professional growth, curiosity, cultural humility, and antiracism, as well as an understanding of its critical role in academic excellence and student growth.
SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS:
Anticipated salary ranges between $28 – 32/hour, dependent upon education and experience. Villa Academy offers a robust benefits package for full-time employees, including employer-paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions, Flexible Spending Accounts, free parking, potential for graduate school tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and professional development opportunities.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Please email items below to villa-hiring@thevilla.org, preferably in one PDF document:
- A current resume including relevant experience and three professional references.
Villa Academy is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all federal rules and regulations. Villa Academy does not discriminate in admission, access, treatment, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity, gender presentation, sex, sexual orientation, creed, age, national origin, marital status or ability.