Maintenance Technician

About Léman

Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments.

Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.

Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape - guided by our mission: "Each student, future prepared."

This position will assists in the repair and/or installation of various items, systems and/or components as may be required (e.g. broken windows, roofs, building structures, floors, hand rails, stairs, lighting systems, HVAC units, electrical units/service (120/240/480 10 and 30), plumbing/sewer systems, metal fabrication, electrical ballast, electrical switches replacement etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.

(The primary tasks, functions, and deliverables of the role)

• Assist with the day to day operations for the building including custodians and maintenance tech, engineer staff on assigned roles and tasks and daily lists.
• Assist to supervise 41 Broad cleaning companies to make sure full scope of their responsibility is covered every day in regards classroom, classroom furniture, gyms, hallways, office, pool, cafeteria areas are properly clean.
• Assist with facility re-organization of classrooms, offices, gym, kitchen, apartments for all Leman locations.
• Assist maintaining an organized key system for 41 Broad..
• Assists in the repair and/or installation of various items, systems and/or components as may be required (e.g. broken windows, roofs, building structures, floors, hand rails, stairs, lighting systems, HVAC units, electrical units/service (120/240/480 10 and 30), plumbing/sewer systems, metal fabrication, electrical ballast, electrical switches replacement etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.
• Assists other grounds and maintenance personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
• Assist with daily inspections and general maintenance for our pools including troubleshooting; chemical balance/calibration, pumps upkeep and repairs to minimize downtime.
• Perform event setups-breakdowns & clean up
• Perform painting tasks as directed for the purpose of maintaining attractive facilities and minimizing damage.
• Cleans and performs minor repairs of gutters, drains and scuppers for the purpose of ensuring proper operation and adequate drainage.
• Installs system component parts, classroom and office equipment and facility components as may be required for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition.
• Maintains tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
• Performs grounds related functions as may be required for the purpose of preserving grounds in a healthy, attractive and safe condition