Maintenance Technician – Carpentry and Painting
Full-Time
Indian Mountain School, Lakeville, CT
Reports To: Director of Facilities
Focus: Carpentry, Painting, & General Building Maintenance
Summary: The Maintenance Technician maintains the functionality, appearance, and safety of Indian Mountain School’s campus facilities. This hands-on role focuses on carpentry, painting, and routine repairs. The ideal candidate works independently with high attention to detail and assists the broader Facilities team as needed.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Carpentry & Finishes: Install, repair, and adjust doors, hardware, cabinetry, trim, casework, drywall, ceiling tiles, and flooring across campus facilities
- Painting: Prepare surfaces and apply high-quality interior and exterior finishes while protecting surrounding areas, furniture, and fixtures
- Maintenance & Operations: Complete assigned work orders efficiently, maintain orderly work zones, and minimize disruptions to daily school programs
- Team Collaboration & Campus Support: Assist with campus setups, special events, seasonal work, emergency responses, and general facilities tasks outside core trade areas
- Safety & Inventory: Operate tools safely, follow all campus safety protocols, maintain work areas, track material inventory, and report supply/equipment needs to the Director of Facilities
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Significant professional background in carpentry, painting, or building trades.
- Strong proficiency with trade tools, measurement, material estimation, and repair techniques for interior/exterior finishes
- Clear communication, strong time management, independent problem-solving, and a professional attitude around students, staff, and visitors
- Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Ability to lift, carry, and move 50+ lbs
- Ability to climb ladders, bend, kneel, crawl, and work at heights in all weather conditions
- Exposure to typical maintenance environments (dust, noise, odors)
- Occasional evening, weekend, or holiday shifts to support a year-round boarding school environment
- Tobacco-free campus
Indian Mountain School
Lakeville, CT
Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Boarding, Day
All Gender