Full-time Maintenance

Position Overview

Thrive Charter School is seeking a dependable, hard-working, and skilled Full-Time Maintenance & Field Crew Member to ensure our school facilities, athletic fields, and surrounding campus grounds remain safe, clean, functional, and visually appealing.

This dual-responsibility position combines general building maintenance and repair with outdoor groundskeeping and athletic field prep. The ideal candidate takes deep pride in their work, is a proactive problem solver, and enjoys supporting a safe, welcoming environment for students, staff, and families.

Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties

1. Athletic Fields & Outdoor Groundskeeping

• Field Maintenance: Line, paint, drag, and prepare sports fields (soccer, baseball/softball, physical education areas) for practices, gym classes, and game days.

• Grounds Care: Perform routine landscaping duties, including mowing, weed trimming, edging, raking, and trash cleanup across all campus grounds.

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate and maintain landscaping tools and machinery (zero-turn mowers, line trimmers, field line stripers, utility vehicles, leaf blowers).

• Seasonal Prep & Snow Removal: Perform snow and ice removal on walkways, steps, and parking lots using shovels, snowblowers, and salt/de-icer during winter months.

2. Building Maintenance & Repairs

• General Repairs: Perform minor plumbing (unclogging sinks/toilets, replacing faucets), electrical (changing light fixtures, ballasts, outlets), and drywall/painting repairs throughout the building.

• Preventative Maintenance: Conduct regular inspections of building hardware, doors, locks, windows, HVAC filters, and safety equipment to ensure proper operation.

• Safety & Compliance: Assist in maintaining clear emergency exits, inspecting fire extinguishers, and ensuring all facility maintenance complies with OSHA and school safety standards.

• Event Setup & Logistics: Set up and break down tables, chairs, staging, and sound/AV equipment for school events, athletic games, assemblies, and board meetings.

Qualifications & Physical Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required.

• Experience:

  • Minimum 2+ years of experience in facility maintenance, commercial groundskeeping, or athletic field preparation.

  • Demonstrated experience operating power tools, commercial landscaping equipment, and hand tools safely.

• Clearances & Certifications:

  • Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record.

  • Must clear a State/Federal Criminal History Background Check (N.J.S.A. 18A:6-7.1) prior to employment.

  • Black Seal Boiler License is a plus (or willingness to obtain).

• Physical Capabilities:

  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50–75 lbs regularly.

  • Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb ladders, and work outdoors in various weather conditions (heat, rain, snow) for extended periods.

Personal Attributes

• Strong Work Ethic: Reliable, punctual, and capable of working independently as well as part of a team.

• Detail-Oriented: Takes pride in crisp field lines, clean facilities, and well-maintained outdoor spaces.

• Student-Centered Mindset: Maintains a polite, positive, and safe presence around K–12 students and school community members.

Compensation: $17/hr

Pension and Health Benefits available.