Maintenance, HVAC & Electrical - Perkinston Campus

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Mississippi; On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is seeking a Maintenance, HVAC & Electrical specialist for the Perkinston Campus. You will operate and maintain physical plant systems, troubleshoot HVAC and electrical problems, and work with contractors and vendors to ensure reliable campus infrastructure.

Responsibilities include preventative maintenance, inventory control, and supporting general facilities tasks as directed by the Superintendent.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum four years experience in electrical repair and HVAC.
• Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification.
• Control system experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide HVAC and electrical troubleshooting.
• Maintain HVAC and electrical supplies inventory.
• Maintain HVAC and electrical tools and equipment.
• Work with contractors, subcontractors, and other vendors.
• Operate and maintain hot water generators, cooling systems, pneumatic controls, CFC certification.
• Troubleshoot general maintenance breakdowns and failures.
• Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• Assist with general maintenance (plumbing, carpentry, welding, mechanics, painting).
• Work under supervision of the Superintendent and perform duties as assigned.
• Work on weekends, holidays, evenings/nights and other hours as required.
• Must maintain a valid MS Driver’s License.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain certifications.
• Performs other related duties in support of the College.

Skills

HVAC & electrical work

Electrical repair

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or GED

EPA Refrigerant Certification

Control system experience

Tools

Energy Management System (EMS)

Job description

Maintenance, HVAC & Electrical - Perkinston Campus

Job Title Maintenance, HVAC & Electrical - Perkinston Campus

Job Description

This position will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of all physical plant systems. The position requires a person with multi-craft skills. This position reports to the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds.

Job Duties

• 1. Provide assistance and troubleshoot any/all HVAC or electrical problems.
• 2. Maintain inventory of HVAC and electrical supplies and materials.
• 3. Maintain HVAC and electrical tools and equipment.
• 4. Work with contractors, subcontractors, and other vendors.
• 5. Operate and maintain hot water generators, all cooling systems, pneumatic controls systems and CFC certification.
• 6. Troubleshoot general maintenance breakdowns and general failures.
• 7. Perform preventative maintenance on mechanical equipment.
• 8. Help resolve problems of general maintenance such as plumbing, carpentry, welding, mechanics, painting, etc., as they occur.
• 9. Work under the direction of the Superintendent and the Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds and perform all duties as assigned.
• 10. Work on weekends, holidays, evenings/nights and all other hours as required.
• 11. Must maintain a valid MS Driver’s License.
• 12. Participate in ongoing professional development to maintain required certifications and job-related competencies.
• 13. Performs other related duties as assigned in support of the mission and goals of the College.

This position requires climbing ladders, working on roof tops and other physically demanding duties. This position requires physical mobility, manual dexterity, and ability to lift at least 70 lbs. The college may adjust working hours as needed to better serve the students and other employees.

Mandatory Qualifications

• (M1) High school diploma/ GED .
• (M2) Minimum of four years experience in electrical repair and HVAC .
• (M3) Universal EPA Refrigerant Certification.
• (M4) Control System experience in all levels.

Desirable Qualifications

• (D1) Maintenance-related educational experience, vocational training, or industrial training.
• (D2) Must be able to communicate effectively with college personnel at all levels.
• (D3) Email and computer experience.
• (D4) Experience working with a computerized energy management system.

EEO Statement

Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number 601-528-8735, email address [e-mail].

The College:

The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS.

State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification

Classification Staff

Open Date

Open Date 08/06/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email):

Trey Robertson
Dean of Business Services
Perkinston Campus
[e-mail]
601.928.6230

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).