Facilities Maintenance Technician

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share-in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you'll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we're all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

We have an opportunity to join an incredibly dedicated and talented team of Facilities Maintenance Technicians. In this role, you will be responsible to ensure that our centers are a safe, inviting environment for children to grow, explore and learn and help build Confidence for Life.

When you join our team as a Facilities Maintenance Technician you will join a team of dedicated, talented, supportive facilities Maintenance Technician bringing KinderCare mission and service values to life every day!

Provide overall maintenance support for KinderCare Learning Centers and Champions Before and After School Programs, through a consistent level of service and communication to our center staff and the families we support.  Safety is our concern #1 as a facilities team. Through daily management, the nature of work involves a variety of facilities related tasks, such as preventative maintenance, external/internal building repairs, and safety and licensing concerns. KinderCare Education provides a company vehicle and equipment for completing assigned tasks. To be successful, you need to be able to navigate independent and highly collaborative work, partnering with your direct supervisor, your fellow techs, and the centers' staff.

Job Summary:

Technicians are responsible for the following: ongoing maintenance at assigned centers; reacting to emergency situations as they arise; completing preventive maintenance as directed by immediate supervisor; and ensuring that centers are maintained in a safe, inviting condition. Technicians are also responsible for engaging and communicating effectively and productively with the Operations team and with local vendors for the purpose of providing excellent service delivery.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs general repairs and improvements to building interior and exterior spaces and facility operating systems (e.g., Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning (HVAC); electrical; plumbing; other mechanical; and lighting) General carpentry and repair of facility structures, as well as minor plumbing work
• Perform monthly preventative maintenance visits for each assigned center
• Perform safety and security inspections of playgrounds and property
• Monitor performance of outside vendors (landscaping, snow removal, pest control)
• Assists with inspections of renovations and new construction, as well as assisting management in identifying potential capital replacement projects
• Order materials, update and/or create work orders and provide status updates through electronic Facilities Management software and systems
• Other related duties as assigned
• Occasional travel/overnights stays may be required  

• Must Haves:

         

           Clear State/Federal background/DMV check

           Proven experience in managing ongoing lists of maintenance projects and follow through commitments made.

           Maintenance experience in a multi-unit environment, preferred

           Demonstrated knowledge of materials, methods, terminology, equipment, and tools used in the maintenance, repair, and construction of building structures and systems, including those used in performing rough and finished carpentry, plumbing, heating, electrical, mechanical, and painting work.

  • Knowledge of and ability to use tools of office automation, including computers and applicable software applications, such as word processing, spreadsheets, and work order management software, iPhone and iPad.
  • Time management and organization skills
  • Basic knowledge of mechanical equipment and the ability to diagnose and correct equipment malfunctions and a working knowledge of basic machinery preventive maintenance and repair.
  • Ability to read, understand, and apply facility maintenance manuals and technical bulletins, construction drawings, plans and specifications.
  • Ability to perform well under high volume of requests.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with team and center staff.
  • Strong professional communication skills.
  • Self- motivated and able to work independently and collaboratively.
  • Qualified to operate a company vehicle based on a motor vehicle record check and company policy.

  Nice to Have; Trade/vocational training or certifications (specific to; Playgrounds, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, and/or construction).

   The benefits our career professionals enjoy:

  In addition to a rewarding career where you help shape children's futures, KinderCare Education provides a competitive compensation package, benefits include:

           Medical, dental and vision

  • Substantial childcare discount at KinderCare Learning Centers and Champions before and after school programs
  • Generous paid time off
  • Education assistance and reimbursement
  • Medical expense reimbursement/ Life insurance/Disability benefits/ Health and wellness programs
  • 401(k) savings and investment plan with employer match

  We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

  KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.