Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Job Description
Job Description
HCPA is a Title I Charter School that serves students through a school-wide plan for instruction that is focused on the needs of at-risk students. The Facilities Assistant (Maintenance) role is responsible for all aspects of the school’s facility and efficient work practice; ensuring the cleanliness, safety and security of the school building and grounds at all times
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- TRA and PERA contributions
- Paid time off
Responsibilities:
- Maintain the building to ensure productive, proactive, and efficient work practices.
- Represent the schools' interest, address problems and issues as needed. Participate in project teams as necessary.
- Monitors and ensures contractor service level agreement compliance for contracts including but not limited to: landscape, janitorial, carpet, and elevators.
- Applies knowledge of electrical repair and necessary safety precautions in performing duties such as repairing broken wires, replacing light switches and electrical outlets, and changing ballasts.
- Sets priorities based on maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for the welfare of the students.
- Applies knowledge of standard tools, materials, equipment, and methods of multi-trades areas in the performance of daily work assignments; cleans tools and work area upon completion of project.
- Develops and adheres to school facility.
- Seeks out opportunities to improve cost and effectiveness.
- Responds to business or after hour inquiries from the school administration for emergency assistance.
- May participate in general building upkeep such as painting and removal of graffiti from exterior and interior structures.
- Available for after hour alarm calls and all school events
- Responsible for seasonal duties such as winter snow removal and summer landscaping/grass cutting
Requirements:
- Graduation from a standard high school or possession of a GED
- Must have a valid MN drives license
- Must be able to safely and efficiently operate all types of snow removal equipment to ensure a safe and ice free campus.
- Must be able to safely and efficiently operate all types of lawn equipment-Lawnmowers(riding and walk behind) line trimmers, blowers and all other related equipment.
- Familiar with floor scrubbers, carpet extractors and related janitorial equipment used on a daily basis.
- Must be able to work in outdoor conditions when inclement weather events occur.
- Strong leadership and the ability to develop relationships across the organization.
- Strong interpersonal skills - the ability to work effectively with students, parents, district staff and community members from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to multi-task.
- Knowledge of the programs, functions, and procedures of a school setting.
- Ability to remain calm in emergency and stressful situations.
- Ability to exercise initiative and sound and effective judgment within established guidelines.
Plan to attend and meet face-to-face with hiring managers.
Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/minneapolis-job-fair-nov2025/
Minneapolis Job Fair
Monday, November 17, 2025
10:00AM - 12:30PM
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport
7901 34th Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55425
All of the companies at our job fairs have open positions they are seeking to fill.
Tips for Success:
- Pre-register—Receive notifications of any updates or changes to the event, and receive information about upcoming events in your area.
- Dress professionally—First impressions go a long way.
- Bring multiple copies of your resume.
- Arrive anytime between 10 AM and 12:30 PM—Plan to spend 45 minutes to 1 hour at the event.
- Bring a friend—All job seekers are welcome.
- Prepare a brief but effective “brag” to let the people you meet get to know you.
- Keep an open mind—Meet with as many of the companies as you can; you may be pleasantly surprised at what you find.
Remember, the best way to be considered for a position is to meet the hiring managers in person. Plan to attend this event!
(Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.)
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/minneapolis-job-fair-nov2025/