Facilities Technician

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1240 Euclid Ave NECompany Overview

Maintenance Technician

Cadence Education is currently in search of our next Maintenance Technician with International Montessori Academy & and Metro-Atlanta Schools

Cadence Education is one of the premier early childhood educators in the United States, operating over 300 private preschools and elementary schools across 30 states. With over 30 years in business, we have developed an unparalleled expertise in preparing students to thrive in the next step of their childhood.

At Cadence Education, our mission is to create bright futures for children, families, employees and our communities. This mission can only be accomplished through a team of passionate childcare professionals who combine their talents to provide an unparalleled level of care and compassion for children and their families. Our research-based curriculum and home-based environments are the leading edge of early education.

Our schools are staffed with individuals who are talented, fun, and genuinely enthusiastic about child development and learning. We encourage collaboration and cherish open-communication in each school and with our corporate office. We work hard to create an outstanding work-life balance by supporting leaders and staff members every step of the way. For additional information about Cadence, please visit

Benefits of Working Full Time at Cadence

Education:

• Competitive compensation
• Salary Range: $25 - $30/hour
• 50% childcare tuition discount
• NEW! 401(k) with employer match
• Educational and professional development
• Comprehensive benefit package for all full-time employees, including:
• Paid time off that increases with seniority
• Medical, dental, vision options available
• Additional life, disability, and retirement plans
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company-paid life insurance
• Paid holidays
• 401K
• Pet insurance
• Paid CDA

Cadence Education is seeking a skilled, self-motivated, and service-oriented Facilities Technician to support the operations, maintenance, safety, and appearance of five Specialty School locations throughout the Atlanta market. This role is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, responding to repair requests, ensuring regulatory compliance, overseeing vendor services, and maintaining safe and welcoming learning environments for students, families, and staff.

The Facilities Technician will travel regularly between assigned schools and serve as the primary facilities resource for school leaders, providing end-to-end support for maintenance projects, asset management, safety inspections, and grounds upkeep. The ideal candidate has experience in multi-site facility maintenance, strong technical troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities.

• Schedule and perform routine preventative maintenance at assigned schools.
• Conduct routine inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, mechanical and building systems to maintain operations.
• Complete minor plumbing, carpentry, painting, drywall, flooring, and hardware repairs.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and perform corrective maintenance whenever possible.
• Replace filters, light fixtures, ceiling tiles, door hardware, locks, and other building components as needed.
• Assist in evaluating facility conditions and identifying repair priorities and capital replacement opportunities.
• Ensure facilities remain clean, functional, safe, and aesthetically maintained.

• Conduct routine safety and security inspections of buildings, playgrounds, parking lots, outdoor spaces, and grounds.
• Identify and correct hazards to maintain compliance with company standards and state licensing requirements.
• Support emergency preparedness initiatives and ensure facilities meet all applicable regulatory requirements.
• Maintain inspection records and documentation related to repairs, maintenance activities, and compliance initiatives.
• Respond promptly to urgent facility concerns and emergency maintenance situations.

• Perform or oversee routine exterior maintenance activities, including:
• Playground safety inspections
• Fence and gate inspections
• Privacy screen repairs
• Mulch management and replenishment
• Landscaping coordination
• Seasonal plant care
• Outdoor cleanliness and appearance standards
• Monitor playground surfaces, equipment, handrails, sidewalks, and outdoor learning spaces for safety and functionality.
• Coordinate pressure washing, painting, pest-related issues, and other grounds improvement activities as needed.

• Serve as the primary liaison between schools and approved maintenance, landscaping, and repair vendors.
• Coordinate and monitor vendor work to ensure quality, safety, and timely completion.
• Support facility improvement projects, renovations, and capital expenditures.
• Obtain…