Maintenance Assistant

Franklin University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Free undergraduate tuition for staff

Graduate tuition assistance

Doctoral tuition discount

Job summary

Franklin University in Columbus, OH seeks a Maintenance Assistant to support campus upkeep and facility evolution in a proactive, preventative manner. The role is full-time and onsite, with a 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. schedule and overtime opportunities.

Pay is $22.91 per hour, with incentives twice per year. Duties include landscape, building services, drywall, painting, carpentry, and equipment maintenance, with a focus on safety and reliability.

Qualifications

• 2 years of building maintenance experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic electricity, carpentry, drywall/plaster repairs, painting, plumbing, and landscaping
• Must be able to demonstrate a basic mechanical aptitude and operate maintenance tools/equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
• Must possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory MVR

Responsibilities

• All aspects of landscaping.
• Servicing and repair to electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and equipment.
• Drywall and plaster repair.
• Painting.
• Light carpentry.
• Moving of furniture and equipment.
• Snow and ice removal.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Basic electrical/plumbing knowledge

Valid driver’s license

Lift up to 100 pounds

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Columbus, OH
201 S Grant Ave
Columbus, OH 43215, USA

Description

Franklin University, a private, independent, accredited, not-for-profit University located in Columbus, Ohio invites applicants for its Maintenance Assistant position.
The Maintenance Assistant will provide support in the upkeep and evolution of the University's physical campus, buildings and equipment in a proactive, predictive and preventative manner.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Assistant will provide support in the upkeep and evolution of the University's physical campus, buildings and equipment in a proactive, predictive and preventative manner

Pay $ 22.91 /hour with opportunity to earn incentive twice per year Full-time Onsite Mon-Fri, 6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. (with possible overtime & emergency call)

Duties and Responsibilities

• All aspects of Landscaping
• Servicing and repair to electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems and equipment
• Drywall and plaster repair
• Painting
• Light carpentry
• Moving of furniture and equipment
• Snow and ice removal
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements/Qualifications

• 2 years of building maintenance experience
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of basic electricity, carpentry, drywall/plaster repairs, painting, plumbing, and landscaping
• Must be able to demonstrate a basic mechanical aptitude and be able to operate basic maintenance, construction and landscaping tools and equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds
• Must possess a valid driver's license and satisfactory motor vehicle report both of which must be maintained throughout the duration of employment

Preferred Skills and Characteristics

• Level 1 Building Operators Certificate or equivalent
• Universal refrigeration certification
• 2 years or more experience working with boilers, chillers and other HVAC systems
• 2 years or more experience installing or repairing modular furniture systems

Additional Notes

May be required to work in inclement weather conditions

About Franklin University

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has built its reputation on removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who must balance their educational goals with other commitments. Accredited and nonprofit, Franklin has earned its long-standing reputation as an innovator in online education. The University offers applied, in-demand undergraduate, master’s and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. From entrepreneurs to CEOs, more than 50,000 Franklin alumni can be found around the world contributing to the communities in which they live and work.

Franklin offers a competitive benefits package, incentive program and free parking. In addition, Franklin provides free undergraduate tuition for employees and immediate family members, graduate tuition assistance for full‑time employees and immediate family members, and a discount on doctoral tuition for employees.

Franklin University is committed to creating a respectful and inclusive educational and workplace environment. Franklin does not discriminate on the basis of age, religion, race, ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, disability, or veteran or military status.

We embrace diversity and strive to create an environment where students, faculty and staff feel a sense of belonging. We recognize that our collective potential can only be realized when difference is valued, equal access to opportunity is sought, and inclusion is practiced.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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