Facilities Maintenance Technician – O'ahu Preschools (Oʻahu)
Fix Things. Help Keiki. Occasionally Rescue a Lego Man.
Some maintenance jobs involve office buildings, warehouses, or apartment complexes.
This one involves preschools .
At Kamaʻāina Kids , we’re looking for a dependable, resourceful Preschool Maintenance Technician to help keep our Oʻahu preschool campuses safe, welcoming, and ready for all the learning, playing, creating, and occasional preschool-sized adventures happening inside.
That means one day you might be repairing a cabinet, replacing a ceiling tile, or fixing a playground gate. The next, you could be solving the mystery of why a toilet won’t flush only to discover a tiny Lego man has gone where no Lego man should ever go.
If you're the person everyone calls when something needs fixing, we’d like to meet you.
Full-Time | Monday–Friday (Daytime Hours)
$25–$30/hour DOE | $500 Hiring Bonus
What Your Day Might Look Like
No two days are exactly alike. You’ll travel between our Oʻahu preschool locations in a company vehicle , tackling everyday maintenance needs such as:
Repairing doors, cabinets, drawers, locks, shelving, and classroom furniture
Handling minor plumbing issues, including leaks, clogs, and mysterious objects that definitely weren't installed by a plumber
Replacing light fixtures, bulbs, and ceiling tiles
Taking care of patch painting and minor drywall repairs
Helping maintain playgrounds and outdoor areas
Assembling furniture and equipment
Troubleshooting general facility issues
Working with Preschool Directors to keep their centers safe and running smoothly
Basically, if it squeaks, sticks, leaks, wobbles, clogs, or has somehow been "improved" by a curious four-year-old, you may be called into action.
You Might Be Our Person If You...
Have general maintenance, facilities, handyman, or similar hands-on experience
Know your way around basic plumbing and carpentry
Can handle minor electrical tasks safely
Enjoy figuring out what's wrong and how to fix it
Can prioritize projects and work independently
Are dependable, organized, and communicate well
Are comfortable working in preschool environments around children
Have a clean driving abstract
Experience working in schools, childcare centers, or property maintenance is helpful but isn't required. HVAC knowledge is a nice bonus, too.
Why This Job Matters
You're not simply repairing buildings.
A door that closes properly, a playground that's safe, a classroom shelf that's secure, and yes, a toilet that actually flushes all help create an environment where teachers can teach and keiki can learn, play, and grow safely .
Kamaʻāina Kids is a locally rooted nonprofit serving Hawaiʻi's children and families across more than 90 locations statewide, including 18 preschools. Behind every successful center are people who keep things working, and this position is an important part of that team.
The Good Stuff
Along with meaningful work and a Monday–Friday daytime schedule, we offer:
$20–$30/hour DOE
$500 New Hire Bonus
Childcare discounts up to 75%
College tuition reimbursement up to $2,000/year
Student loan repayment assistance
Medical and pet insurance
401(k) with 6% company match
Paid holidays and paid time off
Ready to Put Your Skills to Work for Hawaiʻi's Keiki?
If you like fixing things, solving problems, working independently, and ending the day knowing your work actually helped someone, come join our ʻohana.
Bring your know-how and your problem-solving skills. We’ll provide the truck and the tools. The preschoolers will provide the occasional mystery clog... Lego man not guaranteed
Apply today:
https://kamaainakids.com/careers
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and reside on Oʻahu.
Kamaʻāina Kids is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences within our workforce ʻohana.