General Maintenance Technician

Bennett College; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bennett College in Greensboro, NC is seeking a General Maintenance Technician to support building upkeep and safety. The role involves painting, repairs, and basic plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks under supervision. You may assist with events and campus operations as needed.

Ideal candidates bring a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years of related experience, and a valid driver’s license. This on-site position emphasizes collaboration, safety, and reliable daily operations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• Two or more years of related maintenance experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.
• Three or more years general facilities maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs in plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering.
• Assemble furniture and assist with office relocation.
• Change light bulbs, install dispensers, replace filters and locks; basic tasks.
• Identify and correct unsafe conditions with supervision.
• Follow safety policies and report accidents promptly.
• Participate in safety meetings and hazard assessments.
• May perform snow removal and grounds keeping tasks.
• Assist skilled trades workers to learn new skills.
• May drive a cart or other vehicle.
• May assist with special events.
• May use basic cleaning chemicals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Professionalism

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two or more years related experience

Valid driver’s license

Three or more years general facilities maintenance experience

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

ABOUT BENNETT COLLEGE:

Bennett College, a renowned Historically Black Women’s College (HBCU) located in Greensboro, North Carolina, has been a beacon of excellence in education for over 150 years. Our institution is dedicated to empowering young women with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to excel in their academic and professional pursuits. As we continue to uphold our legacy of excellence, we are seeking a General Maintenance Technician to join our team and contribute to the growth and success of Bennett College.

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The General Maintenance Worker will paint, repair flooring, and work on plumbing, electrical, and air-conditioning and heating systems under the supervision of senior management. In the event of an emergency, he/she may be called to support necessary tasks in association with that emergency.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform maintenance service or repairs in one or more skill areas, including minor plumbing, carpentry, painting and plastering.
• Assembling furniture and assisting with office relocation.
• Performs tasks such as but not limited to changing light bulbs, installing paper dispenser units, changing filters, changing locks on doors, minor decorative maintenance and other tasks not requiring a licensed skilled tradesperson or journeyman.
• Identifies and corrects unsafe working conditions with management oversight.
• Comply with all College safety risk management policies and procedures.
• Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner.
• Participate in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.
• Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• May perform snow removal and other grounds keeping activities.
• May be required to assist with special events.
• May drive a cart or other vehicle.
• Assists skilled trade workers in one or more areas performing specific or standard duties to learn new skills as required for advancement and certification.
• May be required to utilize basic cleaning and other chemicals.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Ability to present self in a highly professional manner to others and understands that honesty and ethics are essential.
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers and other departments with professionalism and respect.
• Ability to maintain a professional relationship with all coworkers, vendor representatives, supervisors, managers, customers and client representatives.
• Must have basic phone and computer skills (email, texting, etc.).
• Good attention to detail.
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well alone and in a team.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Required:

• High School diploma, GED or equivalent experience preferred.
• Two or more years of related experience.
• A valid driver’s license is required.

Preferred:

• Three or more years experience of general facilities maintenance.