Blüm Academy is a Montessori and Reggio-inspired early learning community focused on creating beautiful, intentional spaces for students, families, and educators. We are seeking a reliable, hands-on Operations & Facilities Support Assistant to provide ongoing support across all of our campuses.
This is an ideal role for someone who enjoys practical, physical work, takes initiative, and likes variety in their day. You'll play an important role in helping our campuses remain safe, organized, and operating smoothly.
Position Overview
We are hiring a permanent part-time Operations & Facilities Support Assistant to support facilities, maintenance, operational projects, and campus needs across our locations.
This position is approximately one 4–5 hour shift per week, with flexibility based on operational needs. Work may include supporting multiple campuses, completing scheduled maintenance tasks, assisting with campus improvements, and helping with occasional special projects or events.
This role is perfect for someone looking for supplemental part-time work, a semi-retired tradesperson, a university student with a flexible schedule, or anyone who enjoys hands-on work and problem-solving.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities may include:
- Moving and assembling furniture
- Hanging artwork, shelving, and classroom materials
- Painting walls and completing touch-ups
- Assisting with campus organization and improvements
- Replacing air filters and completing basic maintenance tasks
- Supporting deliveries, pickups, and supply runs
- Organizing storage areas and operational spaces
- Assisting with event setup and breakdown
- Supporting leadership with operational tasks as needed
- Identifying and helping solve practical day-to-day facility needs
- General handywork and light repair support
- Completing routine inspections and reporting maintenance needs
What We're Looking For
We are seeking someone who is:
- Reliable, punctual, and highly dependable
- Comfortable with physical labour and hands-on work
- Organized, proactive, and self-motivated
- Able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Resourceful and solution-oriented
- Professional, respectful, and adaptable in a school environment
- Comfortable lifting and moving furniture and equipment throughout the day
Requirements
- Valid driver's license
- Access to a reliable vehicle (required)
- Ability to lift and move moderately heavy items
- Basic handywork or maintenance experience is an asset
- Experience in facilities, operations, construction support, moving, event setup, or similar hands-on roles is considered an asset
Why Join Blüm?
At Blüm Academy, we believe every detail of our environment matters. From thoughtfully designed classrooms to well-maintained learning spaces, our campuses reflect the care we have for our students, families, and team.
If you enjoy active work, take pride in keeping spaces running smoothly, and are looking for flexible part-time hours with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: $20.00-$24.00 per hour
Benefits:
Application question(s):
- Do you have access to a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license?
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This role may occasionally require errands, pickups, or transporting supplies between locations. Are you comfortable with this?
- Please confirm your general location in the city and approximate commute time.
- Briefly describe any experience you have with facilities work, handywork, maintenance, moving/setup work, or similar hands-on roles. Do you have your own tools?
- What is your general scheduling availability?
Work Location: In person
