School Facilities Specialist (Custodial/Maintenance): Newark
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School Facilities Specialist (Custodial/Maintenance): Newark
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$45k–$85k/yr
Full-time
professional certificate
Health care, Retirement, School laptop, Transportation benefits
Posted 1d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Ensure school facilities are clean, safe, and well-maintained through daily custodial duties and technical maintenance. Manage facility-related vendors and coordinate yearly safety inspections and compliance certifications.
Requirements
Requires 2+ years of facilities management experience and the ability to handle emergencies 24/7. A Black Seal Boiler License and OSHA 30 certification are highly preferred.
Full job description
Company Description
About KIPP New Jersey:
KIPP New Jersey is part of the nationally recognized “Knowledge Is Power Program” network of free, open-enrollment, college-preparatory public schools dedicated to preparing students for success in college and in life. In 2002, KIPP New Jersey first opened its doors in Newark’s South Ward as a single class of 80 fifth graders and has since grown to educate 7,035 students in grades K-12 across 16 schools in Newark, Camden and Paterson. More than 90% of KIPP New Jersey students currently qualify for free or reduced meals. To learn more, visit www.kippnj.org.
Job Description
We’re seeking a School Facilities Specialist to ensure our Newark schools are clean, safe, and well-maintained. If you're a hands-on professional with expertise in facility maintenance, we want you on our team. This role involves daily custodial duties, maintenance management, and oversight of facility-related vendors. Your proactive approach and technical skills will make a lasting impact on the safety and comfort of our school community.
Qualifications
Cleaning and Maintenance
Perform daily cleaning of all interior and exterior school spaces, following regional standards and industry best practices.
Respond promptly to student accidents, spills, and urgent maintenance needs.
Inspect buildings and grounds daily, addressing issues in a timely manner.
Maintain working knowledge of building systems (heating, ventilation, grounds, etc.) to support effective maintenance planning.
Oversee lunchroom setup, cleanup, and support for school events.
Manage and update the work order system daily, including preventative maintenance (PM) and compliance tasks.
Create and manage schedules for small capital and preventative maintenance projects (e.g., painting, electrical outlet installation, boiler repair, or minor interior fit-outs).
Lead special projects related to building upkeep and improvements.
Safety and Compliance
Schedule and coordinate all yearly inspections for facility systems (e.g., fire alarms, extinguishers, suppression systems, mechanical systems, elevators, burglar alarms).
Maintain and ensure compliance with Life Safety systems and state/local permitting requirements.
Act as first responder for building alarms and manage alarm resets after drills.
Review security camera footage for facilities-related issues.
Build and maintain relationships with inspectors, ensuring timely updates and certification renewals.
Vendor Management
Manage all facility-related vendors, addressing escalated issues with minimal involvement from school leadership.
Monitor the quality of work performed by contracted cleaning services.
Support the Director of School Operations with vendor quoting, contract review, and invoice processing.
Coordinate deliveries of school supplies and equipment.
Oversee and ensure timely processing of facility-related vendor payments.
Support region-wide vendor relationships to ensure consistency and quality.
Qualifications:
Black Seal (low pressure) Boiler License (highly preferred)
2+ years of experience in custodial, maintenance or facilities management, preferably in a school setting.
Availability to handle school emergencies 24/7.
Ability to lift, bend, and pull more than 50 pounds.
Proficiency with power tools, facility-related equipment, and general carpentry/handyman work (e.g., repairing/replacing door hardware).
In-depth knowledge of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Experience using work order systems (preferred)
Bilingual proficiency in Spanish (preferred)
OSHA 30 certification (preferred)
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
The salary range for this role is $45,000–$85,000, based on relevant experience in school-based facilities management. Candidates must hold a Black Seal license and have equivalent school-based experience to be eligible for a salary above $60,000.
In addition to a competitive salary, KIPP New Jersey offers a full comprehensive benefits plan, including health care, retirement, a school laptop and transportation benefits for TEAMmates commuting into New Jersey from the New York City area.
KIPP New Jersey | KIPP Miami is an equal opportunity employer
Start Date: Immediate opening
Department: School-based Support
Compensation: USD 45000 - USD 85000 - yearly
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Join KIPP New Orleans Schools in preparing students for lives full of choices! We have made tremendous progress since opening our first school in 2005 and have stayed true to our mission - empowering students with the knowledge and skills necessary for success in college and in life. As we see our students thriving in high school and college academics, developing strong character and leadership skills, and matriculating into and completing college in record numbers, we see the impact that our talented teachers and leaders are making. We are seeing our students succeed, and we are proud of our progress.
As a member of the KIPP family, you will benefit from the flexibility to build your own classroom culture, while utilizing the support and tools of your fellow school leaders and teachers. KIPP New Orleans is a place for teacher collaboration and innovation, as they work to achieve a consistent vision, and where teachers are growing and learning every day. We attract the best teachers from across the U.S. because they understand the importance of their contribution to instilling a love of learning in our students. At KIPP, you can grow and learn! You can make a meaningful impact in the lives of kids! At KIPP, together, we can impact the future of New Orleans!
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