Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, HVAC Tech ​/ Heating Engineer

Job Details
South County Academy - Exeter, RI 02822
Position Type:
Full Time
Education Level: None

Travel Percentage :
Up to 25%
Job Shift: Day

The Maintenance staff is responsible for the general maintenance, repair, and safe operation of South County Academy buildings and property. This role ensures buildings, equipment, and systems remain functional, well maintained, and clean.

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related trade.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
• Independent, organized individual who takes pride in creating an attractive environment for students and fellow staff.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair common building issues.
• Experience maintaining residential facilities or schools preferred.
• Knowledge of fire door inspections, boiler systems, or HVAC systems preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Additional compensation for bilingual/ASL skills (6%) and multilingual skills (8%).

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, using walkways, stairs, and/or elevators.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

• Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
• On-call or emergency response may be required.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, and work‑life benefits.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.