Maintenance Worker at Lycée Français de Chicago – Chicago, Illinois

Maintenance Worker

Reports to: Director of Operations and Technology

Position Description:

The Maintenance Worker's primary responsibilities are to set up daily events and respond to support ticket requests. The Maintenance Worker is a member of the team that maintains a safe and functional physical environment so that full educational use of school facilities is available to students, staff, parents, and the school community.

Responsibilities:

• Perform maintenance tasks to complete projects in a safe, efficient manner
• Set up and take down cafeteria furniture for daily use and events
• Set up and take down furniture and IT in all campus spaces for events
• Deliver items within the school, such as copy paper, on a regular schedule
• Troubleshoot and diagnose minor problems. Replace or repair parts.
• Assemble furniture
• Respond to work orders throughout building sites and log actions in facilities software.
• Respond to emergencies to resolve immediate safety concerns
• Grounds maintenance work, such as using a power broom on synthetic turf field.
• Snow removal from sidewalks and entrances to the school
• Maintain all safety and code requirements of the state, local and Board of Education guidelines.
• Interact professionally with faculty, staff, students and community
• Participate in meetings, workshops and seminars related to job functions.
• Perform school duties supervising children.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years maintenance or applicable work experience
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Significant lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; frequent stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to climb ladders
• Ability to communicate effectively in English (read, write, speak, and understand)
• Ability to operate and use materials and equipment in a safe manner
• Ability to work efficiently and effectively with minimal supervision
• Positive attitude and good team player
• Strong work ethic
• Valid driver's license required
• French-speaking proficiency a plus
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical repair, and/or building systems preferred

Additional Information:

• This is a non-exempt, hourly, non-exempt, part-time position with no benefits. The role may evolve into a full-time, benefits-eligible position in the future.
• The hourly rate for this position is $ 21 - 22.
• All prospective employees must be able to clear background, reference, and medical checks.
• This position requires onsite presence at the LFC* campus.

How to Apply:

• Please visit the LFC's Employment Opportunities website and submit a resume. No phone inquiries, please.
• Lycée Français de Chicago celebrates diversity and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All candidates are encouraged to apply and will be evaluated on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. For more information about the LFC* please go to www.lyceechicago.org