Maintenance Mechanic I

Palm Beach State College; Lake Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community at an established institution dedicated to inspiring hope and transforming lives. As a Maintenance Mechanic I, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the functionality and safety of campus facilities. Your responsibilities will include performing essential repairs, maintaining equipment, and supporting campus events. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment, where your contributions will directly impact the daily operations and comfort of students and staff alike. If you are skilled in maintenance and passionate about service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Fee Waiver

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan Options

Professional Development Workshops

Generous Time Off

Wellness Programs

Flexible Work Schedule

Qualifications

• One year of related experience in maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar application.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Maintain and repair the physical structure of buildings and grounds.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Mechanical Repair

Electrical Repair

Plumbing

Carpentry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Additional Training Related to Position

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Light Equipment

Job description

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for performing a variety of routine maintenance tasks including general mechanical, electrical, AC, plumbing and carpentry repairs. Maintains and repairs physical structure of buildings and maintains the grounds of the College. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations. Assists with set up of campus events and internal building and office relocations to include moving furniture and equipment. Ability to work a fluctuating schedule and rotating weekends.

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What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for performing a variety of routine maintenance tasks including general mechanical, electrical, AC, plumbing and carpentry repairs. Maintains and repairs physical structure of buildings and maintains the grounds of the College. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations. Assists with set up of campus events and internal building and office relocations to include moving furniture and equipment. Ability to work a fluctuating schedule and rotating weekends.

What a day of a Maintenance Mechanic I looks like :

• Maintains and repairs physical structure of building and maintain grounds of campus or college. Keeps department and campus facilities in clean, litter-free, and orderly condition. Hauls collected debris to onsite refuse collection location.

• Patches walls and installs fire extinguishers as required. Repairs and maintains both door and window hardware to insure proper operation and legal compliance of door and window hardware.

• Assists in repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment for campus or college. Inspects equipment and machinery for safe operation. Performs regularly scheduled maintenance on equipment and machinery. Reports any observed problems to supervisor.

• Assists electrician to install and repair electrical wiring, fixture, and equipment.

• Replaces defective or obsolete electric light bulbs, fuses, lamps, and fixtures. Maintains electrical systems and determines malfunctions, repairs, and operates existing electrical appliance and equipment.

• Performs minor plumbing and electrical repairs on heating, air conditioning and other mechanical systems as required. Changes filter in air conditioners.

• Cleans clogged drains and toilets and assists in performing other plumbing repairs.

• Routinely operates light equipment, vehicles and various attachments including dump truck, bucket trucks, moving vans and other related equipment.

• Moves and assists in the moving of furniture and equipment throughout campus, and repairs faulty or damaged equipment as needed.

• Maintains and performs in a safe workplace. Follows established safety practices.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• High School diploma or GED with additional training related to the position

• One year of related experience

• Experience in maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar application

Skilled in:

• Delivering a high level of customer service

• Effective time and task management

• Attention to detail

Ability to:

• Use a variety hand and power tools, machines, and equipment

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service

• Work a fluctuating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

• Valid Florida driver’s license

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds

• Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Stand for extended periods of time

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury

• Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions

• Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens

• Operate motor vehicle

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Certain servicemembers and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and veterans, receive preference and priority. Certain servicemembers may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements, in the employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $17.47 hour; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position is open until filled

About Us

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates and workforce development programs. With more than 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance and paid time off.

In accordance with The Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record.

Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.

Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the employment process should contact the Assistant Director of Human Resources/Equity Officer or Executive Director of Human Resources, at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints need to be filed within 180 days from the closing date of the position for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated and a timely response provided. The College prohibits the retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

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