General Maintenance Specialist

Calhoun Community College; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 41,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Calhoun Community College in Decatur, AL is seeking a skilled maintenance technician responsible for general upkeep of college buildings across campuses and off-site locations. You will repair and install equipment and fixtures, perform minor electrical and plumbing work, and complete related duties as assigned.

This role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and at least two years of full-time maintenance, electrical, plumbing, construction, or HVAC experience.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
• A minimum of two years of full-time maintenance, electrical, plumbing, construction, or HVAC work experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Replace failed light bulbs and ballasts.
• Replace damaged ceilings tiles.
• Install and repair plumbing related devices and fixtures such as mixing valves, urinals, water closets, lavatories, sinks, and drinking fountains.
• Maintain and repair waste and sewage systems.
• Maintain HVAC equipment to include lubricating bearings, changing filters in air handlers and completing routine preventative maintenance.
• Provide assistance to other technicians as assigned.
• Complete basic electrical repairs such as replacing faulty receptacles and light switches.
• Complete light carpentry work as assigned.
• Complete assigned painting tasks to include paint rolling, cutting in trim, touch-up, drywall installation/finishing and repair.
• Assemble classroom and office equipment and furniture.
• Maintain awareness of maintenance supplies inventory and keep supervisor informed of supplies needs.
• Assist with Fleet Maintenance as needed
• Assist with event set-ups as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Construction

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Front-end loader

Forklift

Tractor

Chainsaw

Lawnmower

Job description

Responsible for providing general maintenance for the buildings on each of the campuses and off sites of the college. Including repairing and installing equipment and fixtures, completing minor electrical and plumbing repairs, and other repairs, maintenance, and duties as assigned.

Salary: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule E3, Grade 4: $41,349 - $59,541

Salary within this range is determined by your documented years of full-time related work experience.

Work Hours: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.; Friday 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:

• An online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of high school diploma or equivalent or college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.)

Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.

1. Replace failed light bulbs and ballasts.
2. Replace damaged ceilings tiles.
3. Install and repair plumbing related devices and fixtures such as mixing valves, urinals, water closets, lavatories, sinks, and drinking fountains.
4. Maintain and repair waste and sewage systems.
5. Maintain HVAC equipment to include lubricating bearings, changing filters in air handlers and completing routine preventative maintenance.
6. Provide assistance to other technicians as assigned.
7. Complete basic electrical repairs such as replacing faulty receptacles and light switches.
8. Complete light carpentry work as assigned.
9. Complete assigned painting tasks to include paint rolling, cutting in trim, touch-up, drywall installation/finishing and repair.
10. Assemble classroom and office equipment and furniture.
11. Maintain awareness of maintenance supplies inventory and keep supervisor informed of supplies needs.
12. Assist with Fleet Maintenance as needed
13. Assist with event set-ups as needed.
14. Perform other related duties as assigned.

1. A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent is required.
2. A minimum of two years of full-time maintenance, electrical, plumbing, construction, or HVAC work experience is required.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments:

• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to operate front-end loader, garden tiller, forklift, tractor, chainsaw, weed eater, pressure washer and lawnmower;
• Ability to drive work trucks, pickup, and vans;
• Ability to operate equipment, climb a ladder and lift heavy objects;
• Ability and willingness to work non-standard hours;
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable;
• Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public;
• Ability to perform duties in confined spaces;
• Ability to read/understand layouts, rough sketches, professionally prepared plans/prints, and construction drawings;
• Customer Service Orientation – A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs;
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs;
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand;
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to prescribed routines;
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions;
• Confidence in decision making and communications skills;
• Conscientious – care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job;
• Ability to work with minimal supervision/work independently;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information;
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling [phone], or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website www.sacscoc.org. Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:

http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216

Decatur, AL 35609

256-306-2590

256-306-2591

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