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The Putney School is seeking a full-time**Building and Grounds

Technician**to begin working as soon as possible. The Building and

Grounds Technician ensures that all academic buildings, athletic

facilities and grounds are safe and fully functional while seeing to

various needs on campus on a daily basis. The Facilities Department is a

small, hardworking team that relies on good communication and

cooperation to maintain facilities ranging from historic to state of the

art.

The Building and Grounds Technician reports to the Facilities Supervisor

and Director of Facilities and is a 12-month, in-person, non-exempt

position.

**Key Responsibilities**

Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, repairs, and

replacements on facilities and equipment.

Diagnose and repair HVAC systems, mechanical, carpentry, roofing,

flooring and related building systems.

Troubleshoot electrical systems, wiring, outlets, controls and

related components.

Repair plumbing fixtures, piping, valves, leaks, drains and related

systems.

Maintain security and fire alarm systems.
Maintain school grounds, landscaping, trees, shrubs and outdoor

facilities.

Perform snow removal and emergency response protocols (including

winter road maintenance).

Operate vehicles, trucks, tractors, snowplows, snow blowers, salt

spreaders and other maintenance equipment.

Perform room setups, breakdowns, and temporary facility needs for

school assemblies, athletic games and special campus events.

Serve on a rotating night and weekend on-call schedule to manage

urgent campus maintenance issues, utility failures, or severe

weather emergencies.

Attend meetings and complete training classes as required.
Work closely with students in Putneys work program and facilitate

afternoon activities.

Assist with loading and unloading deliveries and moving furniture,

supplies and equipment around campus as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

**Benefits**

Salary range of \$50,000 to \$60,000 depending on qualifications and

experience.

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, and optional group

insurance plans, HSA/FSA options, paid time off, and 403(b)

retirement plan contributions.

Annual professional development opportunities.

**Requirements**

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High School diploma (or equivalent) and at least 3 years of

experience are required; vocational training preferred.

General knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and equipment

are desired; experience in any facet of construction will be

considered.

Ability to troubleshoot equipment, operate maintenance tools and

equipment, and use computer software for work orders and records.

Ability to communicate effectively and work independently and as

part of a team.

Must have a valid drivers license (CDL is a plus).
Must be able to lift up to 80 pounds with assistance, work from

ladders and lifts, stand for long periods, and perform duties

indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Exposure to

equipment, machinery, heights and other maintenance-related hazards

may occur (i.e. dust, fumes, odors, noise, crowds, etc.).

Work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing,

walking, bending, crouching or stooping.

Must be able to work closely with high school students and work

collaboratively with coworkers, faculty, and administration.

Prior experience at a boarding school, college campus, hospitality

venue, or multi-family residential property is highly preferred.

Ability to pass a criminal background check and authorization to

work in the United States are required.

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The Putney School

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