Buildings & Grounds Maintenance Worker

The Providence Country Day School (PCD) seeks a skilled and dependable Maintenance Worker to support the daily operation, maintenance, and appearance of our growing campus. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, this position plays an essential role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for students, faculty, staff, and families.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, strong problem-solving abilities, and a collaborative approach to supporting a vibrant school community.

Key Responsibilities

● Maintain school buildings, grounds, athletic fields, and campus equipment in excellent condition

● Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of all students and employees in school buildings and grounds

● Perform preventative maintenance and repairs related to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general facilities systems

● Assist with snow removal, lawn care, landscaping, and seasonal campus upkeep

● Support school events through setup and breakdown of equipment and materials

● Monitor and maintain safety standards, building systems, and regulatory compliance

● Respond to maintenance requests and complete work orders efficiently

● Maintain tools, supplies, maintenance records, and vendor relationships

● Assist with emergency response needs, including after-hours building, security, or

fire alarm issues

● Maintain an inventory of essential equipment, tools, supplies, and replacement

parts to ensure smooth operations

● Collaborate closely with the Facilities Manager and other campus departments to

support school operations

● Other duties as assigned or required to maintain campuses in the highest level of

condition

● This list is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and

tasks performed by the position.

Qualifications

● High school diploma or equivalent required; additional technical training or

degree preferred

● Minimum 3 years of facilities, maintenance, construction, or related experience

● Working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general

building systems

● Ability to operate maintenance equipment, lawn machinery, and school vehicles

● Familiarity with computers, software, mobile phones, tablets, and email

● Ability to read safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions,

procedure manuals, and chemical labels

● Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills

● Customer and team focused: Ability to engage collaboratively and diplomatically

with a wide diversity of stakeholders and team members

● Valid driver’s license required

● Experience in a school or educational setting preferred

● CPR/AED certification preferred

Physical & Work Requirements

This is a full-time, on-site position that includes indoor and outdoor work year-round.

Candidates must be able to lift up to 75 pounds, climb ladders, operate machinery, and respond to occasional after-hours or emergency maintenance needs.

Candidates of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. PCD is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, and three references to Diane Palazzo, Assistant to the Head of School, at palazzo@providencecountryday.org. Only those candidates selected for interviews are contacted. Please do not reach out to the School for status updates on your application submission. Successful candidates must pass a federal and state background check.