Facilites Technician

Job Description

The Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School has an immediate opening for a Facilities Technician to help with the day-to‑day tasks related to the custodial, logistical and safety operations of the school. Under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, you will be responsible for:

• 1.Assisting the Facilities Manager in monitoring school safety policies, protocols, and procedures.
• 2.Assisting main office personnel with any designated tasks needed.
• 3.Assisting with and immediately responding to building emergencies as directed while on shift.
• 4.Assisting with building and grounds maintenance and general repairs as directed.
• 5.Daily pick up of school breakfasts and lunches from off‑site and transport to school.
• 6.Supporting lunch staff and helping serve school lunches to students as needed.
• 7.Maintaining food storage area and adhere to all food safety codes.
• 8.Daily outdoor traffic/bus duty.
• 9.Monitoring the main office/ school building after school is dismissed. (student activity, late student pick‑ups, visitors, answering phones and doors, checking school and grounds before the end of your shift to ensure students are gone or where they need to be.)
• 10.Coordinating with cleaners and other staff about supervision of students, after‑school functions, closing, and securing building for the night.
• 11.Helping set up for after‑school functions as needed.
• 12.Any other task assigned by the Facilities Manager or designated administrator.

Located in South Hadley, Massachusetts, Pioneer Valley Performing Arts Charter Public School serves 400 students in grades 7‑12 who come from over 60 cities and towns. Our mission is to offer students intensive exposure to the performing arts within the context of an excellent college preparatory curriculum.

With a track record of over 25 years of proven success, the school provides its students with a supportive and challenging academic environment responsive to multiple learning styles, emphasizing learning through the arts and integrating creative and critical thinking throughout the curriculum. At PVPACPS, committed educators with a wide variety of experience and expertise collaborate to create programming attentive to diversity, social justice and restorative practices.

PVPACPS boasts a 600 sq. foot performance space for active programs in theater, music, dance and visual arts, helps students develop confidence, creativity and the broad intellectual skills and experiences necessary to succeed in college and beyond.

• 1.Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• 2.Strong organizational skills.
• 3.Strong attendance record.
• 4.21 years old or older
• 5.Ability to lift a minimum of 75 lbs.
• 6.Ability to work in cold, hot, or wet outdoor environments.
• 7.Flexible hours & Additional hours as needed
• 8.CORI and Fingerprint Background Check.
• 9.Ability to think and react quickly, professionally, and appropriately.
• 10.Basic computer knowledge. (Microsoft, Google, Power School, etc.) and ability to learn more systems.
• 11.Self‑motivated and team player.
• 12.Valid driver's license with a clean driving record and reliable transportation to work.
• 13.Preferred
  - Serve‑safe, First Aid, CPR, and AED certified or the ability to obtain
• 14.Preferred
  - Prior experience working with middle and high school students.

Salary Range: $20‑$23 per hour. This is a 40 hour per week position working Monday thru Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm that follows the calendar year schedule (12 months).

the PVPA Career Center a.org. Be prepared to provide a current resume, letter of interest/introduction and contact information for three references.