Maintenance Technician, HVAC Controls and Plumbing

Inside Higher Ed; Claremont (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Claremont, CA is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician with strong plumbing skills and experience in facility maintenance. Responsibilities include maintenance, repair, and installation of building equipment and assisting with campus emergencies. Candidates should have a high school diploma (or equivalent), valid driver's license, and 3-5 years of relevant experience. The job offers a regular full-time position with benefits.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of plumbing/construction or facility maintenance experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair building equipment and systems.
• Respond to campus emergencies and complete work orders on time.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on campus equipment.

Skills

Plumbing experience

Basic math

Computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Plumbing/construction certifications

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Technician, HVAC Controls and Plumbing — Inside Higher Ed

Equal Opportunity and Nondiscrimination: The College is an equal employment opportunity employer. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and related conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by law. The College prohibits harassment of any employee on any of these bases.

Location: Claremont, CA

Basic Function

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintenance, repair, and installation of building equipment, fixtures, and systems. This role relies on direction from the supervisor, individual initiative, and cooperation with others. The technician should be willing to assist team members and contribute to department goals on an ongoing basis.

Essential Functions

• Provide effective maintenance and repair of campus building structures, fixtures, equipment, and related record-keeping, with experience in electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, and preventative maintenance. Emphasis on plumbing, including fixture and pipe unclogging, maintaining, and related cleanup; lead plumbing work in-house as needed.
• Complete campus work orders in a timely and accurate manner.
• Report progress and completion in the work order database, and verbally as needed.
• Respond to campus emergencies during normal duty hours, as needed.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment owned and operated by Claremont McKenna College.
• Perform shop maintenance and daily cleanup.
• Periodically inspect campus buildings for appearance and safety issues; suggest improvements to Supervisor.
• Assist Supervisor with parts research, orders, purchases, and pickup of parts and tools.
• Maintain records of procurement, including parts and supplies specific to CMC Maintenance.
• Use plumbing knowledge to guide the Maintenance team in plumbing repairs and maintenance campus-wide.
• Learn CMC HVAC computer controls and assist in management, adjustment, troubleshooting, and improvement of controls.
• Collaborate with Supervisor and HVAC Controls vendor to monitor schedules, setpoints, setbacks, controlled points, alarms, and anomalies in EcoStruxure and FMCS software.
• Assist with computer and office elements of the Maintenance sub-department as directed.
• Support annual campus events or moves as needed.
• Participate in training to advance techniques and department performance.
• Perform other essential duties as requested by Supervisor.
• May train and work with temporary employees.
• Maintain a mix of office and in-the-field maintenance work that varies day-to-day.

Regular attendance is an essential job function.

Additional Essential Functions

• Ability to take and follow directions
• Ability to work cooperatively with others
• Ability to respond to constructive criticism
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to multitask

Qualification Standards

Education: Any combination of education, training and/or experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED, or otherwise providing the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. A minimum of three to five years of plumbing/construction or facility maintenance experience with increasing responsibility in installation and repair of plumbing systems is required.

Licenses: Valid driver’s license required to drive college-owned vehicles and to be insured under the College’s driver policy.

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, push, pull, stop, twist, stretch, squat, reach, and lift up to 50 pounds. This is a heavy work classification with travel across campus; continual walking, lifting, and grasping; frequent climbing, balancing, kneeling, and crouching. Exposure to dirt, dust, and noise. Must be able to operate equipment and pass a functional capacity test after job offer and prior to hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge and ability to perform essential functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, using a combination of skills and abilities.

• Residential and commercial grade plumbing experience
• Basic math and computer literacy (MS Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Proficiency in learning new computer programs
• Knowledge of safety equipment and safe work practices
• Knowledge of OSHA, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and building maintenance basics
• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in maintenance
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to interpret and apply rules and procedures
• Ability to work with coworkers, students, staff, and faculty
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
• Professional demeanor and relationships
• Adaptability to fast-paced environments
• Plumbing/construction certifications encouraged; backflow certification preferred
• Operate College vehicles safely and meet insurance requirements
• Ability to understand and follow basic instructions in English

Other

• Required Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime, including weekends, holidays, and evening work, as needed.
• Classification and Status: Regular full-time, 12-month, non-exempt, benefits-eligible.

ADA/OSHA: Reasonable accommodations provided for qualified applicants. Employment is contingent on background check, post-offer agility test, and compliance with this description.

Disability Accommodations: For accommodations during application or hiring process, contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].