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660 Julian St.

Denver, CO 80204

(303) 964-8456

Maintenance Technician (Either English or Spanish)

Position dates:  July-June 

Position type: Full Time

Status: Exempt

Reports to: David Vallejo Julie Harris

Contact: julie_harris@escuelaguadalupe.org

Escuela de Guadalupe is an innovative Catholic, dual-language PK-8 school in Denver, CO. It has been recognized locally and nationally for its academic excellence and for being financially accessible to all families.

We provide an academically excellent, Catholic education in English and Spanish to cultivate the next generation of community leaders.

Working at Escuela de Guadalupe includes many different responsibilities to make a small, financially accessible school run effectively.  As a close-knit community, we all pitch in to make this a great place to work and learn.  Therefore, this description is not intended to be all- inclusive. Specific areas of responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Ensuring facilities are tidy and functional
• Hygiene: Perform cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping etc, on a scheduled and consistent basis
• "Break/fix": Perform minor fixes as needed, such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls, etc.
• Electronics: Check control panels and electrical wiring on a routine basis to identify potential issues
• Outside Grounds: Ensure garden/yard upkeep by mowing lawn, trimming trees/bushes, collecting trash, etc.
• Help with snow removal when needed
• Conduct routine maintenance tasks that include, but are not limited to:
  • Replacing light bulbs
  • Inspecting and troubleshooting equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)
  • Checking functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm)
  • Collaborating with workers and other professionals during renovations
  • Reporting issues to the Director of Finance, HR, & Operations and/or a maintenance manager

• Vacuum and/or mop all floors
• Empty all trash receptacles
• Replenish or replace paper towels, toilet paper, soap, air fresheners
• Clean & sanitize all bathrooms, urinals, toilets, & mirrors
• Immediate clean-up of accidents
• Clean door windows and sanitize doors/handles/knobs
• Wipe or sanitize all desks and tables in all classrooms
• Report any issues or ongoing excessive need for cleanings

• Dust shelves, locker tops, and window ledges
• Remove scuff marks on the floors or walls

• Clean display cases
• Wash & disinfect trash receptacles
• Clean fans, screens, vents of heating and cooling units

• Window cleaning inside & out
• Detailed cleaning - all nooks & crannies
• Paint/repair as needed or directed
• Clean, sanitize, & repair all desks, chairs, and bathroom walls 
• Remove wax build up along seams of baseboard before waxing
• Wax floors and/or clean carpets

• New Equipment: Install appliances and equipment as required and ensure all related documentation (ie, manuals, warranties, service providers, etc) is on file at Escuela
• Implement a preventive maintenance program for school buildings and grounds
• Support the upkeep, repair, and maintenance of the door lock system, fire alarm and sprinkler system, fire extinguishers, and other safety and security systems in place in collaboration with other Escuela staff.
• Support the upkeep, repair and maintenance of mechanical systems in the building including but not limited to the boiler heating system, the HVAC and cooling systems, electrical system internally and externally, building-wide plumbing 

• Assure school buildings, grounds, facilities and equipment are operational and safe
• Inspect school buildings and grounds to assure that proper safety, cleaning and sanitation standards are maintained
• Checking functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm)

• Arrange for necessary repair work by vendors and or maintenance personnel; contact vendors by telephone/email as necessary; inspect and review work performed to assure school standards are met.
• Executing routine and scheduled maintenance to Escuela's equipment and building systems.
• Develop and execute a preventative maintenance process and schedule for Escuela's critical infrastructure (note: the actual work may be performed by 3rd parties in some cases)

• Meet schedules and timelines
• Estimate time and materials on a wide variety of activities
• Complete tasks independently with direction from supervisor
• Support the cultural, spiritual and academic goals of the school by modeling compassion, love and care for the children at all times
• Contribute to an environment of enthusiasm and dedication
• Value the integrity of both Spanish and English as tools for reasoning, problem-solving, communication and intellect
• Model a respect for cultural and linguistic diversity
• Truly believe that every child, without exception, can excel
• Working effectively with people from different cultures and valuing the interests of our diverse community
• Patient with staff, faculty, students, and families
• Detail oriented 
• Well-organized and punctual
• Strong problem solver
• Loyal and supportive of Escuela's mission, vision and values

• Competitive pay scale and benefits compensation commensurate with experience.   $40-50K annually based on experience.
• Professional development including staff development, conferences, specialized training and education
• Tuition remittance for teacher's children enrolled at Escuela de Guadalupe ($1,000 annual tuition)
• Medical and Dental benefits
• Retirement plan - 403b (once plan requirements have been met)

• Small staff and tight knit community 
• Direct contact with supervisors and families regularly
• Community that respects both English and Spanish, and the different levels of proficiency each employee, family member, or student may have
• Opportunity for adults to enhance our own second language skills within a dual language environment

To apply or for more information please go to www.escuelaguadalupe.org/join-our-team

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Years of experience: 4 years of building maintenance, custodial, or similar trade
• Specific training or licenses: 
  • Colorado Driver's License
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including related work experience in one or more of the building trades (Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Carpentry), 
• Language:  Either English or Spanish
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, staff, faculty, and students
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in custodial, grounds keeping and building maintenance work.
• Knowledge of laws, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Follow Health and safety regulations.
• Use Proper lifting techniques.
• Successful completion of CBI & FBI Criminal background check 
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds as needed
• Must be able to engage in physical labor about 90% of the time
• Must be able to stand for extended periods
• Be open to a flexible schedule when the schools needs necessitates it
• Open to working in a Catholic Environment and respecting the Catholic faith

• Experience in multiple trades
• Working knowledge of basic computer programs for record keeping, writing and printing, online searches; competent data entry skills with ability to input information accurately; prepare and maintain detailed records, files, and reports on an ongoing basis
• Knowledge of cleaning methods, products, suppliers
• Knowledge of mechanical systems and the ability to fix and service them
• Working knowledge of managing vendors, invoices, and payments
• Able to build strong networks in and outside the organization