Maintenance Technician 1: General

Pima Community College Foundation Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Vacation days

Holidays

Sick Leave

ASRS Pension

Optional Retirement Plan

Paid Educational Leave

Wellness Program

HSA contributions

Free Tuition for employees

Professional enrichment funds

Job summary

Pima Community College is seeking a General Maintenance Technician I to perform maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and related tasks on campus facilities. The role supports other trades, relocates offices, and assists with small drywall, paint projects, and special projects.

The schedule is flexible and may include evenings and weekends. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED and relevant maintenance experience; valid Arizona driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Up to 1 year of related maintenance experience.
• Valid Arizona driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Completes maintenance and basic repairs on campus facilities and equipment.
• Maintains interior and exterior lighting for safety and visibility.
• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and timely repairs.
• Responds to emergencies and supports faculty, staff, and students.
• Operates vehicles, hand tools, and equipment; assists with inventory and procurement.
• Supports event setups and coordinates with vendors/contractors.
• Records time sheets and posts job summaries in CMMS.

Skills

Electrical maintenance

HVAC maintenance

Plumbing maintenance

Carpentry

Groundskeeping

Construction projects

Knowledge of skilled trades

Effective communication

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Equivalent combination of certification/education/experience

Job description

We're excited you are considering a position with us. We welcome and celebrate the expansive experiences and contributions that all members of our campus community bring to the table, whether shaped by career history, academic study, or community engagement.

We're committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. For more information about working at Pima Community College, visit the Pima Careers page.

All employees are expected to live and work within the state of Arizona as a condition of employment. All selected candidates are subject to a successful completion of a background check.

The data we collect during the application process is used to evaluate your qualifications for the role you're applying for. All data is handled with strict confidentiality and in accordance with our privacy policy.

Position Summary

The General Maintenance Technician I performs a variety of maintenance functions including electrical, plumbing and carpentry as well as assists other trades and contractors. Relocates offices and performs small drywall installs and repairs and small paint projects. Assists with the implementation of special projects. Keeps records of work orders, invoices, and time on task.

The work schedule for this position is flexible and may include working evenings and weekends.

Additional College Employment Benefits

• Up to 49 days of Paid Time Off
  • 18 Days of Vacation
  • 18 Paid Holidays
  • 13 Sick Leave Days
• ASRS Traditional Pension - No Vesting
  • 11.98% Contribution with 100% Employer Matching
• Optional Retirement Plan
  • 11.98% Contribution with 100% Employer Matching
• Paid Educational Leave
• Wellness Program
  • Up to $500 HSA with Healthy Rewards Employer Contribution - with point requirements
  • And $900 - $1800 Employer Contribution for electing High Deductible added to your HSA
• Free Tuition for Full-time employees and their dependents (course fees may apply)
• Up to $2,500 in professional enrichment funds per fiscal year (available on first come first serve)

Duties & Responsibilities

• Completes maintenance and basic repairs on commercial buildings, facilities, and equipment. Maintains interior and exterior lighting to keep campus safe at night and classrooms well illuminated
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections and makes timely repairs. Reports and documents any safety or maintenance issues to supervisor
• Responds to emergency breakdowns of utilities or special requests of faculty and/or students. Provides customer service to vendors, faculty, and students
• Operates a variety of motorized vehicles, handcarts, and hand and power tools to perform various duties repairing and installing equipment. Performs cleaning and upkeep on all vehicles and tools
• Assists with inventory of supplies, equipment, and tools; performs procurement activities as needed
• Participates in setup for campus events and provides assistance with third party vendors and contractors
• Performs data entry input of daily time sheets and posts completed job summaries in computerized maintenance management system
• Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor

Job Requirements/Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and
• Up to One (1) year of related experience with equipment maintenance and
• Valid Arizona driver's license

or

• An equivalent combination of certification, education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above

Preferred

• One to three years of related experience with equipment maintenance

Additional Information

• Vocation or technical training in a skilled trade may be required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of skilled trades expertise required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position
• Skill in effective communication (both written and oral)
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skills in groundskeeping and landscape maintenance
• Skill in electrical maintenance
• Skill in HVAC maintenance
• Skill in plumbing maintenance
• Skill in construction projects
• Ability to adapt and maintain professional composure in emergent and crisis situations
• Ability to operate relevant equipment required to complete assigned responsibilities for the position

Physical Requirements

Environment: Work is performed primarily in a non-traditional work environment with staff contact and frequent interruptions.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an non-traditional work setting; to remain in a stationary position for prolonged periods of time; to occasionally position self to perform duties, including: traversing uneven surfaces, ascending/descending ladders, and working atop high surfaces; to move, transport, and/or position moderate to heavy (over 50 pounds) amounts of weight; to operate various equipment required to perform job; may be required to travel to other locations using various modes of private and commercial transportation; and to effectively communicate to exchange information. May be exposed to various hazardous conditions such as extreme heat, extreme cold, infectious disease, moving vehicles, electrical current, chemicals, tight spaces, or high places, moving mechanical parts, etc.

Vision: Ability to see in the normal visual range with or without correction.

Hearing: Ability to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.

If you require assistance, or a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, please do not hesitate to contact Pima Community College Human Resources.

Human Resources Contact Information

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Pima Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals.