Maintenance Technician I

Casper College (WY); Casper (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Casper College is seeking a Building Maintenance Technician I to perform preventative maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems across campus facilities including student quarters.

Responsibilities include routine operation of building systems, keeping maintenance records, inspecting HVAC components, removing snow, and supporting safety procedures. The role requires physical labor, ability to work shifts, and collaboration with supervisory staff.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, heating, or carpentry preferred.
• Ability to perform physical labor a full shift and occasionally more than 8 hours.
• Ability to follow safety policies and operate common office equipment.
• Good organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of facilities equipment and systems.
• Provide routine operation and inspection of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
• Maintain records of maintenance, filters, and repairs.
• Inspect and service HVAC components and belts.
• Maintain clean and safe mechanical spaces.
• Report hazards and abnormalities to supervisor.
• May perform snow removal and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

General maintenance

HVAC systems

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Safety procedures

Physical stamina

Record keeping

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or relevant trade program (desirable)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

HVAC equipment

Lockout/Tagout procedures

Job description

Summary:

The Building Maintenance Technician I position provides preventative maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment in Casper College facilities including student quarters.

Responsibilities:

The Building Maintenance Technician I position is responsible for the safe and routine operation of the building systems for Casper College facilities. Specific responsibilities include maintenance and repair of plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and HVAC equipment. These duties are performed under the direction of the Building Maintenance Technician II and Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor in accordance with all applicable codes, regulations, ordinances, laws and safety procedures.

• Perform installation, maintenance, and repair associated with the general upkeep of the facilities of the College.
• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, service, and repairs on equipment associated with heating, plumbing, ventilating and HVAC systems on College facilities.
• Maintain an accurate record of the filters used in each piece of equipment, the dates the filters were replaced, and the repairs made to each piece of equipment.
• Inspect, clean, lubricate, and replace belts as needed on all exhaust fans and air handling equipment on a monthly basis.
• Inspect and clean all HVAC and associated equipment as needed.
• Maintain clean and orderly mechanical rooms.
• Inform the Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor or designee of any potential problems or future failures that may occur or relate to the proper operation of heating, plumbing, cooling, and ventilating systems.
• Remove snow and ice from steps, sidewalks, and entries; apply ice melt.
• Ensure that all specific instructions for work orders are conformed to, return work orders with material usage noted on individual work orders. Maintain adequate levels of stocked items and supplies. Maintain adequate records including maintenance schedules, inventory, supplies and equipment.
• Carry and respond to College provided cell phone; carry and utilize a two-way radio while working.
• Report concerns, hazardous conditions, and injuries/ accidents to supervisor or designee.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year general building maintenance work experience
• Previous experience performing plumbing, electrical, heating, or carpentry maintenance
• Able and willing to perform physical labor for full shift (8 hours), and occasionally for more than a full shift (over 8 hours)
• Ability to follow relevant policies, procedures, instructions, and safety standards and work safely with equipment, vehicles and machinery
• Ability to operate general office equipment such as computer, printer, scanner, fax machine, and photocopier
• Effectively organize and prioritize assigned work.
• Maintain a professional, effective and collegial working relationship with co-workers, the public and all campus constituent groups communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree from an accredited institution or completion of a relevant trade or technical program
• Experience working with HVAC systems equipment and controls
• Knowledge of local, state, OSHA, ADA, EPA, and other applicable industry safety standards
• Experience working with mechanical, electrical, and computer-controlled equipment

Licenses/Certificates:

• Valid motor vehicle license at the time of hire and must obtain a Wyoming driver’s license within 30 days of hire. Must maintain insurability under the College’s insurance plan.

Work Environment:

The normal work environment is in student quarters, offices, classrooms, labs and mechanical spaces requiring normal to heightened safety precautions. The typical work schedule is 6:00 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. Monday through Friday. Noise levels are usually normal to moderate; occasionally being loud requires hearing protection. Requires daily work inside and outside in extreme cold, wet or hot areas around HVAC chemicals. Requires daily work climbing ladders, working in high areas, rooftops, crawl spaces, mechanical rooms, and confined areas with heavy tools and equipment. Must maintain critical availability for emergency repairs especially during extremely cold weather as safety becomes a factor. May be called back after hours, on weekends, and holidays for emergencies, special assignments, snow removal and/or any other activity which requires the position's presence on campus and/or at the assigned work station. Call back assignments are at the discretion of the Building Maintenance Operations Supervisor or designee.

Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand; sit; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include; those needed to operate College vehicles and equipment, see close-up, differentiate color, have peripheral vision and depth perception.

Disclaimer: The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.