Position: Maintenance Technician
Division: Facilities & Operations
Reports to: Director of Facilities
Employment Status: Part-Time / Per Diem
Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00
Start Date: As soon as possible
Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Overview:
The Maintenance Technician assists the Director of Facilities in operating, maintaining, and repairing District buildings, equipment, and grounds. This role requires a skilled tradesperson who can work both independently and collaboratively across advanced trades, including electrical, plumbing, heating, and carpentry.
Job Requirements & Qualifications:
- 2+ years of relevant experience in facilities, custodial, or maintenance work *Required
- 4+ years of journey-level experience in one or more trade areas *Preferred
- High school diploma or equivalent; formal training in custodial services or maintenance trades is preferred.
- Valid Rhode Island Driver’s License *Required
- Must be deemed insurable by the district's carrier *Required
- OSHA 10, HVAC/R certification, or specialized trade licensure (Electrician/Plumber) (Preferred)
- Must be able to regularly lift 50+ lbs. (and occasionally up to 100 lbs.)
- Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch to access piping and wiring.
- Strong near-visual acuity, depth perception, and color vision required to read blueprints and safely install parts.
- Subject to both indoor and outdoor work, including extreme weather conditions, noise, and vibration.
- Shift presence and 24-hour call-back availability for building emergencies when required.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Trade & Mechanical Maintenance -
o HVAC/R & Plumbing: Perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair on plumbing, heating, and air conditioning fixtures. Assist with the purchase and installation of new systems.
o Electrical Systems: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair electrical distribution systems, wiring, fixtures, motors, and lighting circuits.
o Carpentry & Painting: Perform structural maintenance, including woodwork, flooring, ceiling systems, doors/closures, drywall patching, and skilled painting.
o Equipment Operation: Safely operate and maintain a variety of hand and power tools, saws, drill presses, and light vehicles (trucks, golf carts).
- Campus Operations & Safety –
o Grounds & Custodial: Perform miscellaneous tasks as needed, including landscaping/irrigation maintenance, spot de-icing/snow removal, furniture moves, and emergency spill cleanups.
o Compliance & Records: Assure strict compliance with federal, state, and local safety codes and regulations. Maintain accurate records for labor, materials, and work orders.
How to Apply:
Mail: The Met School, 325 Public Street, Providence, RI 02905
Online: Apply via School Spring or Indeed.
About us:
The Met, founded by the non-profit Big Picture Learning, began in 1996 as a groundbreaking new school with a student-teacher ratio of 16:1, high standards, and strong family engagement. Now entering our 20th year, the Met has expanded to a network of six small high schools throughout the state of Rhode Island. The Met empowers its students to take charge of their learning, become responsible citizens, and lifelong learners. Met milestones include internships, individual learning plans, advisories, and a breakthrough college transition program. The Metropolitan Regional Career and Technical Center (The Met) consists of three campuses (East Bay, Peace Street, and Public Street) in Rhode Island, totaling eight buildings and over 120,000 square feet. Known for excellence in cleanliness, condition, and safety, our district features modern facilities, including the East Bay campus—a pathbreaking, award-winning net-zero energy building.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
The Met is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages applications from candidates who reflect the diverse community and student body we serve. All qualified applicants receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, identity, orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. Background check required.
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
