Building Maintenance

Building Maintenance Technician

ExcelPrep School – Bloomington, IL

Position Summary

• Job Title: Building Maintenance Technician
• Location: Bloomington, IL
• Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings or weekends as needed for school events, emergencies, or facility needs

About ExcelPrep

ExcelPrep is a mission-driven private program serving neurodiverse children through structured, research-based instruction. Our mission is simple: to prioritize the academic and social success of neurodiverse learners. We are a professional and agile organization committed to delivering high-quality academic and therapeutic programming that supports meaningful learning outcomes.

ExcelPrep offers two distinct programs designed to meet the needs of diverse learners ages 3–13:

PreK–8 Academic Program

Our PreK–8 Academic Program is grounded in Direct Instruction and Precision Teaching. Instruction focuses on core academic skills—reading, writing, and mathematics—using

explicit, systematic teaching methods that emphasize mastery, fluency, and generalization. This program is designed for students with learning disabilities and neurodiverse profiles who benefit from structured, data-driven instruction.

Clinical ABA Program (Ages 3–13)

Our ABA Program is cognition-linguistically based, emphasizing cognitive skill and social behavior learning within a structured instructional environment. The program integrates Applied Behavior Analysis with teaching strategies that support language development, reasoning, executive functioning, and social competence. Instruction is individualized, data-driven, and focused on building foundational skills that support learning, communication, and independence.

Across ExcelPrep Programs, We Center

Direct Instruction and instructional design

Precision Teaching and data-based decision making

Instruction grounded in behavior science research

Occupational Therapy as a prioritized therapy alongside ABA in support of sensory motor development

Our Mission

Our mission is to provide a nurturing, academically focused learning environment where neurodiverse students can develop strong academic foundations, cognitive-linguistic skills, and the confidence needed to succeed in school and beyond.

Position Overview

ExcelPrep is seeking a dependable, skilled, and proactive Building Maintenance Technician to support the daily operation, safety, and upkeep of our Bloomington campus. This individual will play a key role in maintaining a clean, secure, and fully functioning school environment that supports students, staff, and families.

The ideal candidate takes pride in creating safe and welcoming spaces and understands the importance of a well-maintained facility in supporting student learning and staff effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Perform routine building maintenance, minor repairs, and general facility upkeep

Conduct regular inspections of classrooms, common spaces, offices, restrooms, and outdoor areas

Ensure the school building and grounds remain safe, clean, and operational

Respond promptly to maintenance requests and facility-related issues

Support room setup and breakdown for meetings, events, and school activities

Monitor building maintenance and report larger repair needs to the administration/Head of School

Maintain maintenance logs, supply inventories, and repair records

Qualifications

Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment for lawn care

Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills and professionalism

Ability to pass required background checks

Preferred

Knowledge of school safety procedures and compliance standards

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 30 pounds

Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and perform manual tasks throughout the workday

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions as needed

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone who:

Values a safe, organized, and student-centered environment

Works with a high level of professionalism, reliability, and initiative

Understands the importance of supporting a mission-driven program serving neurodiverse students

Takes pride in maintaining facilities that reflect care, consistency, and excellence

Why Join ExcelPrep?

At ExcelPrep, every role contributes to student success. Our maintenance team helps ensure that students and staff have a clean, safe, and supportive environment where learning can thrive. This is an opportunity to be part of a collaborative organization dedicated to meaningful outcomes for neurodiverse learners and their families.

Compensation and Benefits

Competitive compensation based on experience

Supportive and mission-driven workplace

Opportunity to contribute to a growing and impactful educational organization

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:

A current resume

Any relevant certifications or licenses

Apply to: [email protected]

Location: Bloomington, IL

Equal Opportunity Statement

ExcelPrep is committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for students, families, and staff. We welcome applicants who are aligned with our mission and who value serving diverse learners with professionalism, compassion, and excellence.