The Crefeld School seeks a Building and Grounds Manager to begin immediately. This is a full time, 12-month position. 

Serving students in grades 7 through 12, The Crefeld School's mission is to graduate self-aware, empathetic, lifelong learners, who possess an appreciation for diverse perspectives, their role in society, and their ability to act as agents of change. Towards this end we seek the same attributes in our staff. Located in Chestnut Hill, Crefeld is a gender inclusive school, providing an intentionally different college preparatory program to help students become their best selves. 

Responsibilities

• Maintenance and repairs
• Groundskeeping including:
• Snow removal and salting on sidewalks and stairs
• Lawn Mowing and edging
• Weeding of flower beds
• Light branch trimming
• Watering landscaped areas when needed
• Keeping walkways clear and tidy
• Drain and gutter cleaning
• Light-medium cleaning duties:
• Daily trash and recycling removal
• Pick up and dispose of litter daily throughout the property
• Full building walk-throughs and cleanups of any significant issues like spills, trash on floor, water on windowsills, etc.
• Daily light cleaning of bathrooms and common areas
• Cleaning of outdoor entry areas (removing debris, sweeping and dusting, cleaning entry rugs, etc.)
• Emergency cleaning during the school day (clogged toilets, vomit, etc.)
• Periodic window and screen cleaning (once per quarter)
• Keeping cleaning and paper supplies properly stocked, and refilled (bathrooms, trash liners, cleaning products, etc.)
• Light-medium painting
• Carrying and Lifting, up to 75lbs, when needed
• Climb ladder up to 40 feet in height
• Management/oversight of weekly contracted cleaning company
• Managing all outside vendors and contractors including but not limited to:
• Plumbing
• Electrical
• Snow Plowing
• General Contractors
• PWD and PECO 
• Maintain security in school buildings in accordance with school policy procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Stay in direct contact with the Head of School and report any maintenance problems in a timely manner.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all School constituents to coordinate activities and projects, resolve issues and conflicts, and exchange information regarding maintenance, care, and use of grounds
• Possess the ability to operate all related machinery and equipment
• Prior knowledge of/or ability to learn Google Suite
• Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect community safety
• Dependable and cooperative

Qualifications

• Must be at least 25 years old, have a valid driver’s license and be insurable
• High School Graduate or GED required
• Minimum of two-three years of experience and fundamental knowledge of mechanical equipment used (including but not limited to lawn mower, edger, weed trimmer, tractor mower, vehicle, post hole digger, chain saw, tractor accessories, ladders, snow blower, hand tools, power tools)
• Must be available to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays for snow removal and emergencies
• Must be able to lift 75lbs

Must successfully complete all state, federal and child abuse clearances. Salary range is $45,000 - $55,000 and includes a robust benefits package including 403b retirement matching and 4 weeks vacation, plus holidays. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume and three references to employment@crefeld.org.

About The Crefeld School

The mission of The Crefeld School is to graduate self-aware, empathetic, lifelong learners, who possess an appreciation for diverse perspectives, their role in society, and their ability to act as agents of change.

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