Landon School is seeking a skilled and motivated Building Maintenance Technician to join our Facilities and Operations team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in maintaining and enhancing our beautiful 75-acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. The successful candidate will perform a wide range of maintenance and repair activities that support the daily operations of our 17-building campus, helping to create a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair work across campus, including painting, drywall, minor plumbing, basic electrical, and carpentry tasks 
• Conduct routine inspections and preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment 
• Support event setup and breakdown, furniture moving, and room configurations 
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergencies 
• Support snow and ice removal efforts during inclement weather 
• Other duties as assigned

All Landon employees are asked to support the general operations of the school when needed, including assisting with carpool, event support, and emergency drills. Additionally, those willing to assist with transportation/busing receive premium pay.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Prior experience in general maintenance & facilities including basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repair work 
• Ability to safely operate maintenance equipment, as well as hand and power tools
• Ability to lift & carry heavy equipment and materials on a regular basis 
• Must be able to communicate professionally and effectively in English with teachers, staff, students and others
• Strong work ethic, detailed oriented, and willingness to work as part of a team
• Flexibility to work varying hours and an occasional weekend as needed 

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull heavy objects (50+ lbs) 
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and perform physical labor for extended periods 
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions

Salary and Benefits

In addition to joining a supportive and collaborative community, Landon School offers a competitive salary and an outstanding benefits package. We are committed to supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Employees enjoy:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• A retirement plan with generous employer contributions
• Generous amount of paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Employer paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability protection
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Complimentary daily lunch on campus.

About Landon School

Landon School is an independent school for boys in grades 3–12, located on a beautiful 75-acre campus in Bethesda, Maryland. Landon School is committed to the ethical, intellectual, and personal development of boys. We challenge and inspire them to think deeply, individually, and broadly; to live with respect and honor; and to grow into healthy, well-rounded men of integrity and character who seek to make a positive difference in the world around them. Since its founding in 1929, Landon has encouraged boys to become their best selves with our commitment to a teacher-coach-mentor model of instruction, our caring and dedicated faculty, and our robust co-curricular program.

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