Maintenance Incharge
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Key facts
- Role
- Maintenance Incharge
- School
- St. Thomas Convent School
- City
- Baleshwar
- State
- Odisha
- Board
- CBSE
- School type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Employment type
- Full Time
- Salary
- ₹1.7L – ₹3.2L per year
- Experience
- 1–5 years
- Posted
- 22 May 2026
- Closing date
- 29 Jul 2026
Maintenance Incharge salary in Baleshwar — snapshot
Band posted by the school. Final offers depend on experience, qualifications and interview outcome.
Bands vary by school size, tenure and board affiliation.
Maintenance Incharge
at St. Thomas Convent School
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Why apply
- Salary disclosed up-front — no guesswork before applying.
- CBSE school — strong academic systems and recognised curriculum.
- Full-time on-roll position — stable contract, not a short engagement.
Job description
Overview
St. Thomas Convent School in Baleshwar, Odisha is seeking a Maintenance Incharge who brings both subject depth and a student-first approach. The school invests heavily in teacher development. St. Thomas Convent School, established 2003, is a senior secondary school in Baleshwar, Odisha — a CBSE-affiliated school. The working culture is collaborative, professional, and grounded in student-centred decisions. Position: the Maintenance Incharge is part of the wider support team. Essential to keeping classrooms, common areas, and shared facilities ready through the school day. Day to day, you will:
- Reach campus on time and complete the morning checklist.
- Carry out routine tasks per the published rota.
- Respond to ad-hoc requests from teachers and supervisors.
- Maintain the assigned register/log as required.
- Close the day with a handover and area check before leaving. Requirements:
- Relevant experience in a school, hostel, hospital, or institutional setting.
- Reliability — on time, every working day.
- Respect for safety, hygiene, and security protocols.
- Basic literacy and the ability to follow written/spoken instructions.
- A professional, service-oriented attitude. Benefits and culture:
- Salary in line with experience and market norms (₹1.7 LPA – ₹3.2 LPA).
- Structured calendar with reasonable workload expectations.
- Professional development through workshops and internal training.
- A collaborative staff culture with clear leadership backing.
- Stable, full-time employment at a settled school. Submit your application here so St. Thomas Convent School can shortlist you alongside the active pool. Strong profiles move to a brief teaching demo and a discussion with the academic head.
Common questions about this role
What is the average Maintenance Incharge salary in Baleshwar?
Check the "Salary snapshot" section above for the entry / typical / senior band tailored to Maintenance Incharge roles in Baleshwar. As a rough anchor, city tier and board affiliation move the number by 20-40% — IB and Cambridge schools sit at the top, state-board privates at the base.
Is there a probation period?
Yes — a 3 to 6 month probation is standard in K-12 schools across India. Benefits like PF and gratuity continue to accrue from day one regardless.
Is background verification done before joining?
Standard pre-joining checks cover qualification documents, prior employment, and reference calls. Some larger groups also do criminal-record verification.
Is this a contract or permanent role?
This is listed as a full time role. The exact contract term and renewal terms are confirmed at offer stage.
What is the leave policy?
Schools usually offer 10–18 leaves per year on top of public/school holidays. Earned-leave encashment policies vary — check the offer letter.
Is accommodation provided?
Accommodation is not standard for day-school roles — confirm details with the Principal's office during the interview.
Are meals provided at school?
Subsidised tea/snacks are common; full meals depend on the school. Boarding schools usually provide meals as part of the package for resident staff.
Requirements & role details
Role details
- Vacancies
- 1
St. Thomas Convent School
Key facts about St. Thomas Convent School
- Founded
- 2003
- Board
- CBSE
- Type
- Senior Secondary Level
- Principal
- LIZA SEBASTIAN
- Affiliation #
- 1530118
St. Thomas Convent School is a senior secondary level affiliated to CBSE, established in 2003, located in Baleshwar, Odisha.
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Interview questions & answers for Maintenance Incharge
Common questions Indian schools ask for Maintenance Incharge roles in Baleshwar (CBSE panel) — with a short sample answer for each so you can walk in prepared.
1. Tell me about yourself — how should I frame my self-introduction?
Keep it 60-90 seconds: start with your name and current role, then two or three highlights that map to the Maintenance Incharge brief (qualifications, subject/level, standout achievement), and close with why St. Thomas Convent School in particular. Avoid your personal life — schools evaluate structure and clarity here.
2. What questions should I ask at the end?
Ask three: one about the team (department size, coordinator style), one about growth (PD budget, appraisal cadence), and one about the school (a specific programme). Avoid opening with leave/salary questions unless the panel invites them.
3. How should I answer the salary expectation question?
Give a range, not a single number. Anchor on the typical Maintenance Incharge band in Baleshwar (see the Salary snapshot on this page) plus a 10-15% premium for your experience. Say you're open to discussion once the role scope is confirmed.
4. How should I discuss my notice period and joining date?
Be upfront and specific: last working day at current school, earliest realistic joining date, and any flexibility (early release, unpaid leave). Schools plan around academic calendars — a clear date wins over vague "as soon as possible".
5. What experience is most relevant to a Maintenance Incharge role at a school?
Lead with prior school or education-sector experience if you have it. If not, translate transferable skills (safeguarding awareness, working with minors, compliance, shift discipline) into school-specific scenarios — St. Thomas Convent School wants to picture you on day one.
6. What is your greatest strength and weakness as an educator?
Pick a strength tied to student outcomes with one metric or story. For weakness, name a real one, follow it with the concrete steps you're taking (workshop, mentor, changed practice) — panels reject rehearsed non-answers like "I work too hard".