Maintenance Assistant (School Grounds & Buildings) – Entry Level

How2Apply Talent Network
East London, Eastern Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 day ago
Full-time Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

Every day is different here: small repairs, painting and planned maintenance at the private school in East London. Good for someone who wants to build a solid track record they can put on their CV.

The site is in East London; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

What your day looks like

  • Patch, sand and paint walls, doors and ceilings between tenants
  • Clear gutters and fix minor roof leaks with sealant
  • Lay and repair floor tiles and re-grout wet areas
  • Hang doors, fit locks and adjust sliding door rails
  • Check fire extinguishers, emergency lights and escape routes on a monthly checklist

What you need

  • Code 08 licence to run errands to the hardware store
  • Available for the occasional weekend emergency
  • Grade 10 at least; matric is a plus
  • Your own tools are a plus, but safe tool handling is a must
  • Honest and trusted to work inside occupied units

What's in it for you

  • Uniform and safety boots supplied
  • Training on specialised equipment like gate motors and pool plant
  • Meals on duty at hotel sites
  • On-site accommodation at some estates

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in East London really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): highest school or trade certificate, references from previous maintenance jobs plus ID copy.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around East London.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

Before you hit apply

  • Before-and-after photos on your phone can win you this job. Offer to show them at the interview.
  • Write your CV as a skills list first: painting, tiling, plumbing, gate motors, pools. Managers scan for the skills their site needs.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationEast London, Eastern Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience1+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted3 November 2026
Closing Date8 December 2026
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