Facilities Handyman

Facilities Handyman gogunn.org | Washington, CT

The Frederick Gunn School, founded in 1850, is a co‑ed boarding and day school for students in grades 9‑12 as well as a post‑graduate year. Mr. Gunn had a deep appreciation for the natural world, believing that in nature students understand themselves as humans and their place in the world. He took a principled stand against slavery and spurred students (and the town at large) to examine their beliefs.

In addition to the habits and skills students will need in college and life beyond, we teach them to follow Mr. Gunn’s example: to cultivate wisdom, to be trailblazers, to act with conviction, and to value character as highly as intellect and achievement.

Our continuous focus on moral character development intentionally engages all members of our school in the work of creating an inclusive and equitable living and learning ecosystem. Community and citizenship are at the heart of our aspiration to both social justice and academic excellence, with individual diversity integral to the strength of that community. When we embrace difference and pursue school life with respect, equity, and compassion, we build a foundation for engaged citizens.

In keeping with the tenets of our founder Frederick Gunn, who was himself a prominent abolitionist and progressive educator, The Frederick Gunn School seeks to provide a pluralistic learning environment for all inclusive of (but not limited to): culture, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, national origin, learning differences, physical difference, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic differences.

We invite applicants who resonate with our mission and who will foster an environment of cultural and intellectual richness and an active participant in advancing equity and inclusion.

The Facilities Handyman, reporting to the Director of Facilities, plays a key role in ensuring that campus buildings, grounds, and equipment remain in excellent working condition. This position is responsible for a wide variety of general maintenance, repair, and facility support tasks to keep the school safe, clean, and functional for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The successful candidate will be a dependable, hands‑on professional who can work independently, problem‑solve on the spot, and respond quickly to requests from multiple departments.

Standard schedule:
Monday–Friday, 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

May be adjusted by the supervisor as campus needs evolve.

Occasional flexibility required to support special events, projects, or seasonal cleaning.

Hourly Rate: $26.00–$28.00, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Eligible for overtime pay in accordance with school policy and applicable law.

Perform minor carpentry work, including repairs to doors, windows, cabinets, and fixtures.

Carry out painting, drywall patching, flooring repairs, and other upkeep tasks.

Assemble, install, or repair furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

Troubleshoot and resolve minor plumbing issues, such as clogged toilets, sinks, drains, and gutters.

Replace filters, light bulbs, batteries, and similar items to ensure systems operate properly.

Conduct routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and safety hazards before they escalated into major issues.

Assist with groundskeeping tasks, including snow removal, salting, shoveling, and seasonal cleanup.

Ensure all work spaces and repair sites are left clean, safe, and orderly after completion.

Support school functions by setting up and breaking down equipment (tables, chairs, staging, AV equipment, etc.).

Provide on‑call support for special projects and emergency requests as needed.

Respond promptly to work order requests, prioritizing urgent needs while balancing ongoing tasks.

Maintain clear communication with the Facilities Manager and team members regarding project status and completion.

Document completed work and track materials or parts needed for repairs.

Support larger facility projects as…