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Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Onsite
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Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive, hands-on Facilities Technician who takes pride in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming environments where children, families, and educators can thrive.
Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education®, which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We’re in what we like to call the science of children. Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow—how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition. This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.
Safe and Compliant Schools: Ensure all assigned schools are maintained in a safe, code-compliant, and licensing-ready condition at all times
Operational Excellence: Deliver timely, high-quality preventative maintenance and repairs that minimize downtime and disruption to school operations.
Trusted Partnership: Build strong relationships with school leadership, vendors, and internal teams, serving as a reliable and solutions-oriented facilities partner.
Perform preventative maintenance and general repairs across multiple school locations, including HVAC filter changes, basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, drywall, painting, flooring, playground equipment, fencing, and landscaping.
Respond promptly and effectively to facility service requests, urgent issues, and emergencies.
Conduct routine safety, health, and building condition checks; proactively identify and address potential issues before they escalate.
Maintain accurate Property Condition Reports, work orders, and documentation using company‑approved systems.
Communicate clearly and professionally with school leadership regarding repairs, timelines, and recommendations.
Support small capital projects, improvements, and seasonal preparation.
Represent the Facilities team with professionalism, accountability, and a service‑oriented mindset.
Other job-related duties as assigned.
High School diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to pass required background and fingerprint checks.
Basic proficiency using smartphones, tablets, or laptops for work orders and communication.
Regular travel between assigned school locations: regional travel required.
Ability to stand 75% of the day, lift 50 lbs., twist, lift, carry, push, and pull.
Ability to kneel, bend, climb ladders, and stand or walk for extended periods.
Ability to use Tools & Equipment such as (although not limited to): Hand tools, Power tools, Ladders, Facility inspection instruments, etc.
Work performed indoors and outdoors, year-round, in varying weather conditions.
Frequent interactions with children, families, teachers, and other staff in an active school environment.
Occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends may be required to support operations or emergencies.
Compliance with state childcare facility standards
Adherence to safety, OSHA, and sanitation protocols
Ability to work overtime in rotation.
Up to 50% childcare tuition discount.
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective on your first day of employment.
Free First Stop Health membership, providing 24/7 access to virtual primary care, urgent care, and short-term mental health support.
401(k) retirement plan with annual discretionary employer match contribution.
Optional life insurance and short/long-term disability coverage, helping provide financial protection and peace of mind.
Performance-based pay, including increases tied to certification and/or degree completion.
Career growth and professional development opportunities, including training, mentorship, and our dedicated CHILD Conference.
Generous paid time off and holiday benefits, including an annual Winter Break closure between Christmas and New Year's so employees can enjoy additional time with family and friends.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP), offering confidential resources and support for mental health, financial wellness, work-life balance, and other personal needs.
Employee referral bonus program, because great people know great people! Earn bonuses for helping us build an exceptional team.
Additional lifestyle and fringe benefits, including tuition and professional development reimbursement, pet insurance, and other programs designed to support you and your family.
