About the Role
The Facilities Technician supports the day-to-day operations, maintenance, and safety of the school’s facilities. This role is responsible for responding to work orders, performing routine and preventative maintenance, and supporting school events and operations, ensuring the campus is safe, functional, and well-maintained.
Responsibilities
- Respond to and complete assigned work orders using the maintenance management system, ensuring timely updates and resolution
- Perform routine and preventative maintenance on building systems, equipment, and grounds
- Support the basic operation and monitoring of security and fire systems, escalating issues as required
- Support outdoor maintenance and yard work, including seasonal tasks such as clearing debris, snow removal support, and maintaining clean and safe exterior spaces
- Carry out general repairs including painting, drywall, and minor building maintenance
- Set up and tear down spaces for classes, meetings, and events
- Support school operations during peak times, including student arrival and dismissal as required
- Contribute to a safe working environment by following health and safety procedures and regulations
- Respond to facility-related emergencies such as floods, alarms, or power disruptions
- Use tools, equipment, and materials safely and appropriately
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license considered an asset
- Experience performing general labour and basic building maintenance tasks such as moving materials, assisting with set-ups, painting, and minor repairs
- Ability to safely operate hand tools and basic equipment
- Physically capable of lifting, carrying, and moving materials on a regular basis
- Comfortable using digital tools to receive, update, and complete work orders
- Strong customer service mindset, with the ability to interact professionally and respectfully with students, staff, parents, and external partners
- Reliable and responsive, with the ability to follow through on tasks and support a fast-paced school environment
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Basic familiarity with building environments and ability to identify and escalate maintenance or system-related issues
- Work takes place across the school campus, both indoors and outdoors
- Regular physical activity including lifting, carrying, and moving materials (often up to 50 lbs)
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and use of ladders
- Exposure to dust, noise, and varying temperatures
- Use of tools, equipment, and cleaning materials with appropriate PPE
- Occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends required
- Conditional upon a successful criminal record check with vulnerable sector screening, verification of education and employment history, satisfactory reference checks, and a review of publicly available online information
Skills
- Flexibility & Adaptability
- Breadth of Contribution
- Relationship Focused
- Service Orientation
- Communication & Collaboration
- Inclusivity
- Integrity & Trust
- Technical Expertise in Area of Discipline
Location
- On-site
Work Type
- Fixed-Term Contract
- Full-time
Salary/Compensations
- $24.40 an hour
Benefits
- Compensation among the top CIS Ontario Schools for compensation in the Greater Toronto Area
About the Company
- A relationship-based school community where work is valued, growth is supported, and collaboration is part of everyday work.
- The York School is a co-educational independent school in midtown Toronto offering the International Baccalaureate from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12.
- An environment grounded in Challenge, Community and Curiosity.
- Every role contributes to the school’s mission by helping create an environment where students feel known, challenged and supported.
Equal Opportunity
- The York School is committed to an inclusive and accessible workplace and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, including those from equity-deserving communities.
- We value the diverse perspectives and experiences that strengthen our school community.
- Accommodation is available upon request throughout the recruitment and selection process.
