Facilities Technician

Facilities TechnicianFull time, Non-ExemptTrinity Valley School | Fort Worth, TexasAbout This OpportunityAs a Facilities Technician at TVS, you're not just maintaining buildings. You're the reason a science lab is ready for an exciting experiment, an athletic facility can welcome student-athletes, and a theater space is ready to inspire creativity. Your work directly shapes how students learn, ensures teachers can teach, and impacts the way families and guests experience Trinity Valley School.This role is for someone who takes pride in getting things right, who finds satisfaction in solving problems before they become disruptions, and who understands that a well-maintained space is foundational to learning. You'll work alongside a dedicated Facilities team under the direction of our Director of Facilities, tackling everything from routine maintenance to event setup, always with an eye toward keeping our community safe, comfortable, and ready for what's next.What You'll DoYour days will be varied and purposeful. You'll respond to work orders with a sense of urgency and attention to detail, and perform general maintenance, cleaning, and repairs across our campus. You'll conduct regular inspections of equipment and building systems, catching potential issues before they impact our students and staff. When you spot something beyond your scope, you'll communicate clearly with your team and recommend the right solutions.You'll ensure that fire, safety, health, and environmental regulations are consistently maintained-because you understand that this maintenance protects our community. You'll keep maintenance supplies, equipment, and tools in excellent condition, and when TVS hosts events-whether it's a Lower School performance, an athletic competition, or a community gathering-you'll be part of the team that sets up and breaks down spaces, ensuring everything runs smoothly.You'll also be a learner, attending departmental meetings and training sessions that help you grow your skills and stay current with best practices. Flexibility will be key, as you adapt to changing needs and occasionally adjust your schedule to meet the demands of a dynamic school environment.Who You AreYou're responsible and reliable-someone your teammates can count on. You bring a mix of technical proficiency and practical, hands-on skill to maintain building systems, and you're comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in varying conditions. You have experience with maintenance work, ideally including HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems, and you approach each task with both urgency and precision.You're a strong communicator who works well with colleagues, interacts professionally with staff and vendors, and explains technical issues in ways that make sense to non-technical people. You work well under pressure and can handle emergencies with a calm, problem-solving mindset. You're physically capable-able to lift up to 50 pounds (with assistance when needed), spend long periods on your feet, and move throughout campus as your work requires.You hold a valid Texas Driver's License. You're someone who finds meaning in supporting a school community and you recognize that your work enables all of them. You're committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, understanding that creating welcoming, well-maintained spaces is part of that commitment.Why Trinity Valley SchoolFounded in 1959 and named for the Trinity River that flows nearby, Trinity Valley School is an independent, college-preparatory school serving more than 1,000 students from pre-kindergarten through grade 12. Families choose TVS for its deep commitment to developing curious minds and lifelong learners, as well as for its strong sense of community. Our students thrive in academics, athletics, visual and performing arts, and signature programs in outdoor experiential education and global education.We recruit and retain exemplary faculty and staff whose contributions extend throughout the school community. Our stellar team members inspire excellence and actively promote our mission by modeling the resiliency, flexibility, and persistence embodied in our school motto: Per Aspera ad Astra (Through Difficulty to the Stars!).We're committed to attracting and retaining exceptional staff by offering highly competitive salaries; fully paid employee health, disability, and life insurance; family dental insurance; TIAA-CREF 403(b) plan with immediate vesting; vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; ample funding for professional development; tuition reimbursement for coursework toward advanced degrees; and more.Trinity Valley School actively seeks to recruit and hire faculty and staff whose diverse experiences and backgrounds are reflective of our global community. We are deeply committed to serving our mission and advancing institutional goals for equity, inclusion, and community.How to ApplyQualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter and résumé by visiting Trinity Valley School Career Opportunities. Applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application. For questions or general inquiries about this opportunity, please contact:Arlyn Estrella, Director of Human ResourcesPhone: (817) 321-0100Email: rinity Valley School is an equal-opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity in all aspects of employment practices. Trinity Valley School does not discriminate against any qualified employee or applicant for employment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected category under federal, state, or local laws.