Maintenance Associate

About Community Academies of New Orleans (CANO)

Community Academies of New Orleans (“CANO”) is a dynamic and growing charter school management organization with a mission to strengthen leadership and implement strategic operational practices that position us as a Destination School in the New Orleans metropolitan area.

CANO envisions a system of exemplary schools deeply rooted in the voices of our students, families, and communities—producing graduates who are committed to advocacy and community leadership. Our mission is to cultivate schools that foster character development and critical thinking in responsive, student-centered environments, ultimately preparing our students to become impactful leaders.

Our commitment to academic excellence is matched by strategic partnerships and programs that leverage community assets to support student success. CANO offers a fresh yet grounded vision for education in New Orleans—building a new path forward for students, families, and communities.

CANO Core Values

• INTEGRITY – We always do the right thing.
• TEAMWORK – We work and grow together.
• PASSION – We love our students, our community, and our work.
• DIGNITY – We value and respect every member of our community.
• COURAGE – We face challenges with optimism and confidence.

About the Role 

Maintenance Associates are responsible for assisting in maintaining school buildings and grounds in top condition. Assist in promoting the safety, health, and comfort of students and employees in school buildings and grounds. Maintain a high standard of safety, cleanliness, and efficiency in all maintenance and repair projects.

About the Opportunity 

• Perform minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling gaps on walls etc.
• Maintenance duties include but are not limited to; electrical, mechanical, carpentry, plumbing and some construction.
• Check control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues
• Install appliances and equipment
• collecting trash from around school buildings and classrooms 
• Conduct maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation)
• Check functionality of safety systems (e.g. fire alarm)
• Collaborate with workers and other professionals during renovations
• Report to a facilities or maintenance manager for issues
• Experience using hand and electrical tools
• Ability to read technical manuals and drawings
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills

Requirements 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 
• Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
• Two years (2)  of maintenance  experience                                                   
• Strong communication skills 
• Growth mindset and a desire to learn and grow through consistent coaching and feedback
• A patient, resourceful, and resilient personality
• Belief that all students are capable of success and deserve to be pushed to a rigorous academic and behavioral bar
• Willingness to do whatever it takes and go above and beyond to serve all students, faculty, and parents 

Physical Demands

• Prolonged long periods of standing and walking.
• Must be able to climb ladders, bend or crawl into awkward places at times.
• Heavy physical demands lifting of 50 lbs are more periodically.
• Able to occasionally move about inside the office and school building to meetings and other assigned duties  
• Occasionally ascend stairs to migrate throughout the workspace

More about CANO

CANO Schools offer competitive salaries commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package. Aside from extensive professional development, all of our instructional staff members are equipped with a laptop computer, email, and all necessary supplies. We also require all employees to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of the COVID-19 vaccination within 30 days of the date of hire. 

EEO Statement

CANO believes in the importance of being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization that enables our students and staff to thrive. We are committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. "We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Community Academies of New Orleans is an EEO employer and prohibits discrimination, harassment or retaliation in accordance with federal, state and local laws."