Facilities Technician

The Village School is a private college preparatory school for grades Early Childhood through High School. Our High School offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma program and boarding opportunities through the Nord Anglia Boarding program.The Village School is an international community in Houston, Texas, providing a world-class education to our private day and boarding school students. We adhere to the highest academic standards, developing lifelong learners and global citizens who think critically, collaborate genuinely, and give of themselves generously. Ranked nationally for STEAM education and for the diversity of our international student body. Proud member of the Nord Anglia Education global network of schools.Job DescriptionPerforms minor and major repair of all buildings and equipment. (Major repairs are performed under the supervision of licensed maintenance workers.) Performs preventive maintenance procedures on building mechanical equipment on a scheduled basis; inspects belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, greases bearings, seals, etc.; repairs or replaces broken parts. Cleans and inspects boiler; treats water with proper chemicals. Calibrates and repairs pneumatic systems.Replaces broken windows; repairs doors, door locks and closets; installs window blinds.Completes daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance proceduresMay operate a computer which controls and monitors mechanical equipment and utility systems.Repairs electrical equipment and control circuits; replaces faulty electrical switches; repairs refrigeration equipment.May install computer cable. Responds to emergency maintenance requests as required.Assists with the renovation/remodeling of buildings; repairs plaster and drywall; paints building structures.Maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures. Respond to Emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concernsOther duties may be assigned.Each individual must ensure that they meet their statutory responsibilities and Company policies with regard to Health and Safety, Equal Opportunities and other relevant legislationA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all pupilsWillingness to undertake appropriate child protection training when requiredAt Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people are able to thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender or culture.All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both Country of residence/birth and any Country of residence within the last 10 years.Personal and Professional DevelopmentTake ownership for personal development and work with Facilities Manager to develop and implement a focused and straightforward Personal Development Plan.Take ownership for requesting feedback from others in a timely fashion.Provide both constructive and appreciative feedback both unprompted and when asked.Monitors and evaluates own performance and takes appropriate action where necessary to deliver on objectivesCommunicates ideas proactively and agreed objectives effectively to ensure deliveryAdapts working style and pace to changing conditionsManages relationships with a diverse group of stakeholders and inspires trust and credibilityContributes to the overall professionalism of their department within the organizationCollaborates with colleagues and a willingness to coach others where appropriateRequired Skills/AbilitiesHigh School diploma or general education degree (GED)Minimum 1 year working in facilities or constructionGood skills in use of hand and power toolsGeneral facilities knowledge to include but not limited to ADA, OSHA, LEED, APPA standardsExperience or combination of education with MEP, Life Safety, Carpentry and Painting functions in facilitiesAbility to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and emails.Ability to communicate verbally in English.To ApplyOnline applications need to be submitted directly through the Nord Anglia Education careers page and should include a CV.At Nord Anglia Education we are committed to providing a world class, safe, happy environment in which children and young people can thrive and learn. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our pupils irrespective of race, ability, religion, gender, or culture.All post holders in regulated activity (having regular unsupervised contact with children) are subject to appropriate national and international vetting procedures including satisfactory criminal record checks from both your country of residence/birth and any country of residence within the last 10 years.We are an equal opportunity employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons.Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.Please note: we reserve the right to close any of our vacancies early.