Maintenance Technician

Northwest State Community College; Northwest Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwest State Community College is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform repairs and general maintenance of campus machinery, buildings and equipment, with some custodial duties. The role requires technical independence and reading work orders or sketches to determine methods.

Typical duties include general building maintenance, HVAC and automation system checks, fleet upkeep, inventory, and assisting with campus events and recycling programs, all while maintaining safety and customer

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years' training/experience in electrical, mechanical or construction trades required.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building and maintenance tasks including painting and carpentry.
• Maintain and repair machinery, facilities systems and equipment.
• Operate and monitor building automation and HVAC systems.
• Assist with campus grounds, snow removal and landscaping as needed.
• Carry out inventory, shipping/receiving and off-site duties as required.
• Support campus events and ensure safety and customer service.

Skills

Operate power equipment

Troubleshooting

Building automation / HVAC repair

Mechanical/electrical aptitude

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or GED

2 years training/experience in electrical/mechanical/construction trades

Job description

Applications are being accepted for a Maintenance Technician at Northwest State Community College. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for tasks of various skill levels in the repair and maintenance of machinery, buildings and equipment, as well as some general custodial responsibility. The employee exercises technical independence in determining work methods and procedures and receives assignments orally or through written work orders which may be accompanied by sketches or diagrams.

Normal Weekly Hours: 40 for 12 months per year. Hours vary between 6 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. as scheduled by supervisor. Days/hours will vary due to operational situations.

Job Responsibilities

1. Perform general building and maintenance activities as needed including painting, staining, carpentry, prep work, and maintenance of equipment and machinery.
2. Perform snow removal, salting of walkways, shoveling and being prepared for off-hours work during cold weather events as required for the safety and continuity of campus needs.
3. Assist with general landscaping and grounds maintenance including mowing and spraying lawns, weeding, as well as removing and planting shrubs/trees. Keep building grounds litter free and removal of debris and emptying trash receptacles as needed.
4. Operate all computerized building automation and HVAC equipment including performing daily HVAC Automation checks.
5. Open building and verify proper operation of systems daily.
6. Utilize computerized maintenance management system daily to ensure timely completion of work orders.
7. Perform mechanical, electrical and plumbing duties for building and equipment as needed.
8. Maintain fleet of campus vehicles including routine maintenance scheduling, cleaning, fueling, and identifying repair requirements.
9. Verify and keep records of incoming shipments and prepare for delivery. Compares identifying information and counts to ensure the accuracy of orders received and shipped. Unpack, examine and delivers items to all departments when received and records any damage or discrepancies.
10. Assist with office moves and set‑ups and tear‑downs for college events as needed.
11. Assist with campus‑wide Recycling Program and promote Reuse and Reduce on campus.
12. Assist with off‑site duties as required for the campus including banking request, mail pick‑up, minor facility pick‑ups and purchases and other tasks that require off‑site visits.
13. Carry two‑way radio and respond to campus emergencies and assist as needed.
14. Maintain adequate levels of campus operations and maintenance supplies.
15. Create and maintain a safe and secure working environment by ensuring that all policies, procedures and regulations are being followed.
16. Maintain outstanding customer service at all times.
17. Other similar duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High School graduate or GED.
• A combination of two years training and/or experience in the electrical/mechanical/construction trades is required.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to operate all power equipment.
• Must have strong troubleshooting and electrical skills.
• Must have computerized building automation repair and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to work in tight and close fit areas.
• Ability to work at heights up to 25 feet with ladder and lifts.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds.
• Must have forklift license.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR PUBLIC CONTACT

Daily contact with customers and guests of the college.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Northwest State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and educator that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, age, disability or military status in employment or the provision of services.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, it is the policy of Northwest State Community College to provide reasonable accommodations to persons with disabilities. When contacted for an interview, an applicant who requires special accommodations due to a disability should notify the Human Resources office at the time he/she is contacted so that proper arrangements can be made for the interview.