FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

FACILITIES AND MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL JobID: 1730

Position Type:

Auxiliary/General Maintenance

Date Posted:

4/21/2026

Location:

Gateway College Preparatory School

Date Available:

08/05/2026

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JOB TITLE: FACILITIES & MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO: DIRECTOR OF CAMPUS FACILITIES

SUPERVISES: N/A

FLSA STATUS: NON - EXEMPT

SALARY: $18.50-$21.62 HOURLY

WORK DAYS: 228 DAYS

LOCATION: GATEWAY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL, GEORGETOWN TEXAS

Primary Role:

Support the Director of Campus Facilities in maintaining a safe, clean, and fully operational school environment. Coordinate and perform maintenance tasks, support custodial operations, assist with contractor oversight, and ensures that the campus and facilities meets standards for safety, functionality, and appearance.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Maintenance and Repair

• Help ensure all equipment is regularly maintain and is in good working order (lawn mowers, golf cart, etc.)
• Perform minor carpentry duties such as repair of ceiling/walls and floors, bathroom partitions, shelves, braces, doors and window; install pencil sharpeners, chalkboards, dry erase boards, cubbies, toilet paper holders, paper towel and soap dispensers, flag holders, etc.
• Perform minor plumbing duties such as the install and repair of faucets, valves, drains, traps and safety valves, filters and pipe fittings.
• Perform minor electrical duties such as the replacement or repair of light bulbs and ballasts, exit light fixtures, fuses, switches, hand dryers, cords and plugs
• Perform painting for interior or exterior surfaces as needed; make sure to clean area after completion
• Maintain, repair and inventory tools and equipment as required
• Follow district purchasing policies for contracted repairs.
• Support and direct custodial and maintenance staff during daily operations and special projects.
• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and grounds to identify potential issues and safety hazards.
• Provide input to the Director of Campus Facilities regarding when outside contractors are needed for specialized repairs.
• Assist in setup and breakdown for events, meetings, trainings, and use of common spaces.

Custodial and Grounds Support

• Help ensure that the school (classrooms, offices, restrooms hallways, common areas, etc.) are clean and well maintained
• Support setup of school events and activities and help schedule staff appropriately to cover event time and clean-up/take down (for tables, chairs, etc.)
• Assist with reviewing and modifying a custodial coverage schedule that outlines shifts, assigned areas and tasks with times included that fall within reasonable standard custodialcoverage rates (square feet per hour) and also the cleaning schedule during lunch coverage.
• Help ensure that custodial daily work schedules are being followed with assigned task completed
• Follow daily work schedule with assigned task completed
• Assist with inventory (cleaning supplies, tools, maintenance materials) and equipment tracking and notify supervisor when supplies are low
• Help ensure that school grounds, including lawn, courtyard and other outdoor areas are properly maintained
• Assist with seasonal tasks including irrigation upkeep, debris removal, etc.
• Maintain outdoor equipment and tools to ensure they are working properly

School/Community Relations:

• Interact positively with employees and the community to provide a welcoming, clean and safe school environment
• Receive, prioritize, and process maintenance requests from teachers, staff, and administrators in a timely manner using the Eduphoria platform for facility work orders
• Collaborate with the IT Department as needed to ensure facility operations are maintained

Safety and Security

• Follow safety standards of equipment use and cleaning supplies
• Help ensure compliance with district safety policies and procedures
• Maintain clear exists and safe access throughout the campus
• Support completion of the bi-annual maintenance check for Sentinel compliance.
• Assist in performing preventative maintenance and document task and results.
• Assist with updating campus emergency maps, signage, and facility-related aspects of the Emergency Management Plan.
• Report safety concerns promptly to the Director of Campus Facilities and Head of School and follow procedures to mitigate risks.
• Work outside in non-climate-controlled weather conditions or inside in climate-controlled conditions

Professional

• Model and adhere to ethical and legal standards and model behavior that is professional and responsible.
• Participate in job-related training and professional development to improve skills and job performance.
• Maintain a positive and productive relationship with staff, teachers, administrators, contractors, and the school community.
• Assist with disaster response duties and after-hour emergencies when needed.
• Be flexible to assist and provide support for special projects such as inspections, deep cleaning or other tasks

Qualifications:

Education/Certification

• High school diploma and post-secondary education/training in applicable area(s); bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid driver's license

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Knowledge of basic principles of construction
• Knowledge of methods, practice, and safety precautions of the skilled trades
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing and painting
• Skill in reading and interpreting blueprints and manuals
• Skill in performing routine building and grounds maintenance work
• Skill in the use and care of tools and machinery
• Skill in the use of related computer systems and software programs such as work order and email.
• Skill in communication in concise and effective manner
• Ability to prioritize and organize work responsibilities and delegate appropriate departmental task effectively
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience

• At least three to five years of experience in general maintenance and/or specific maintenance areas
• Supervisory experience preferred but not required

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

• Maintain emotional control under stress and help others to do the same.
• Travel to purchase needed supplies and materials
• Able to push and pull 50lbs occasionally.
• Life and carry up to 10lbs from floor tow chest frequently and up to 10lbs over head occasionally
• Walk, stand, climb, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull and carry on a continual basis
• Operate hand and power tools applicable to trade
• Work irregular hours and respond to after-hours emergency calls as needed

BENEFITS: Orenda Education makes a $425 monthly contribution towards employees' premiums

We offer a comprehensive package of benefit options, including:

• Participation in the Texas Teachers Retirement System
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Telehealth
• Basic Life, Term Life, Permanent Life and Accident Insurance
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• 403b and 457b Investment Plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Account Options
• Critical Illness, Cancer Insurance
• Legal Services