Maintenance/Facilities

Facilities & Maintenance Employee:

35 Hours per Week | Monday–Friday | Year-Round | Benefits Eligible

Help Keep Hilltop School Safe, Clean, and Ready for Children Every Day!

Hilltop School is seeking a dependable, hands-on individual to help maintain our historic school building and grounds while supporting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for young children, families, and staff.

This position combines general building maintenance, minor repairs, cleaning and sanitation, safety inspections, and outdoor property upkeep. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, pays attention to detail, and enjoys being part of a team where every role makes a difference.

Schedule

• 35 hours per week, year-round
• Monday–Friday
• Required start time: 5:00 a.m.
• Split-shift schedule: 5:00–9:00 a.m. and 5:30–8:30 p.m.
• Additional flexibility is required during snow and ice events and for occasional after-hours building emergencies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform general building maintenance, minor repairs, and basic carpentry.
• Help maintain clean, sanitary classrooms, bathrooms, common areas, and other spaces throughout the building.
• Conduct routine building, playground, and property safety checks.
• Maintain outdoor areas, including entrances, sidewalks, and walkways; assist with snow and ice removal during Maine winters.
• Help maintain equipment, supplies, and organized storage areas.
• Complete routine safety checklists and report maintenance concerns or potential hazards.
• Assist with building setups, seasonal projects, and other facilities-related needs as they arise.

Qualifications

• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean, safe environment.
• Ability to perform general maintenance and basic repairs.
• Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifting, carrying, bending, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Able to work a split shift and provide additional availability during winter weather events.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in maintenance, facilities, housekeeping, cleaning, or a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation preferred. This position does require the ability to be able to go pick up supplies needed.
• Must successfully complete the required Maine DHHS child care background check before employment.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee childcare discount
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

Why Join Hilltop School?

Hilltop School has proudly served Bangor-area children and families for more than 50 years. As a nonprofit early childhood program, we believe every member of our team plays an important role in children's daily experiences.

If you enjoy hands-on work, take pride in maintaining a building and grounds, and want your work to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young children, we would love to hear from you!

Pay: $18.54 per hour

Expected hours: 35.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What interests you about this position?
• Please describe any relevant experience you have had that relates to this particular position.
• Please let us know at least 3-4 days/times that you would be available to come in for an interview. When we get ready to schedule interviews we will do our best to schedule around candidates availability if it is feasible for us to do so with our schedules.
• Are you available to work a split shift along with having flexibility during the winter and the ability to take alarm calls as needed as outlined in the employment ad? That is a requirement of the position.

Experience:

• maintenance/facilities/custodial: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person