Campus Facilities Technician

Kalamazoo College; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Intentional community-building efforts

Getting settled information

Job summary

Kalamazoo College is seeking a Maintenance Technician to help keep our campus running smoothly by performing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.

You will perform upkeep of campus buildings, equipment, and grounds, handle light plumbing, electrical, HVAC support, and carpentry, repair drywall and appliances, and assist with landscaping and event setups while collaborating with the Technical Trades team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least three years of experience in building or property maintenance or related trade.

Responsibilities

• Perform general upkeep of campus buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Complete light plumbing, electrical, HVAC support, and carpentry tasks.
• Repair drywall, paint, and handle general carpentry needs.
• Conduct major appliance repairs.
• Assist with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Manage waste and recycling tasks.
• Move furniture and support event set-ups.
• Complete daily tasks and assigned work orders under the Technical Trades Coordinator.
• Collaborate with Technical and Architectural Trades teams on planned maintenance.
• Provide excellent customer service and communicate effectively.
• Work independently and maintain a clean work area after tasks.

Skills

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Carpentry

HVAC support

Painting

Mechanical aptitude

Problem solving

Basic math

Communication

Organizational skills

Maintenance software/user systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years in building or property maintenance or related trade

Tools

Maintenance management system

Basic computer skills

Job description

Kalamazoo College is seeking a Maintenance Technician to help keep our campus running smoothly by performing a wide range of maintenance and repair tasks.

You will perform upkeep of campus buildings, equipment, and grounds, handle light plumbing, electrical, HVAC support, and carpentry, repair drywall and appliances, and assist with landscaping and event setups while collaborating with the Technical Trades team.