Facilities Maintenance Full-Time

Motlow; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

TCAT Northwest in Newbern, TN is hiring a part-time Facilities Maintenance worker. The role requires two years of full-time maintenance experience across construction, maintenance, and industrial/commercial work.

The position involves performing skilled maintenance (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry), conducting on-site inspections, ordering materials, and collaborating with supervisors. Custodial tasks may be included as needed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of materials, methods and principles for diverse maintenance projects.
• Know-how to estimate costs for jobs and establish maintenance plans.
• Understanding of safety precautions and hazard awareness.

Responsibilities

• Perform skilled maintenance tasks (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry) as needed.
• Inspect jobs on-site to verify materials used and quality of work.
• Order materials and supplies for various jobs.
• Consult with supervisor on problems with work assignments.
• Perform other duties, including custodial tasks as required.

Skills

Materials knowledge

Construction methods

Safety awareness

Electrical work

Plumbing work

Carpentry

Budget input

Preventive maintenance

Supervisory guidance

Decision making

Clear communication

Team collaboration

Education

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest is accepting applications for a part-time Facilities Maintenance located in Newbern. Two years of full–time maintenance experience in a variety of construction, maintenance, and industrial/commercial work is required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the materials, methods, and principles used in a variety of construction and maintenance jobs and projects.
• Knowledge of accepted construction methods to determine the cost of a particular job.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Perform repairs and/or installation of facilities systems.
• Provide input to facilities operational budget.
• Establish and carry out a preventive maintenance program.
• Provide directions to helpers and less qualified.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely and convincingly.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs skilled maintenance tasks including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry as needed.
• Makes on-site inspections of jobs to determine what materials and supplies were actually used as well as inspecting quality of work.
• Orders materials and supplies as needed for various jobs.
• Confers with higher-level supervisor concerning problems with work assignment or personnel.
• Performs other work as assigned. Custodial/Janitorial work as needed.

SALARY AND EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Salary is in accordance with Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines and the TCAT Northwest Compensation Plan. Background checks are conducted on all full-time and part-time employees prior to hiring.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS AND ELIGIBILITY

Current federal law requires identification and employment eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal and/or financial background check will be required for the applicant selected.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

TCAT Northwest does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a covered veteran, or genetic information in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Erika Smith, TCAT Northwest, 340 Washington Street, Newbern, TN 38059, 731-627-2511, [e-mail].