Maintenance Technician I

Lone Star College; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Lone Star College System is seeking a Maintenance Technician I to perform beginner-level maintenance, repairs and installations on campus buildings, equipment and systems. This role supports daily operations and ensures a safe, functional environment for students and staff.

You will inspect buildings, respond to requests, assist with carpentry and drywall, maintain doors and windows, and help uphold safety standards across campuses.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of carpentry and general building systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electrical issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Familiarity with work order management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, including classrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
• Assist in general carpentry, painting, and drywall repairs.
• Maintain and repair doors and windows.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff and departments to complete projects and repairs.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, and equipment performance.
• Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles necessary for assigned tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety and Property Services expectations.
• Provide emergency on-call support as required.
• Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Electrical troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

MS Office

Tools

Windows

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

Commitment to Mission

At Lone Star College System, every employee contributes to ourmission of providing transformational educational opportunitiesthat help individuals get from where they are to where they want tobe. Guided by our vision to lead higher education throughhigh-quality, affordable, and innovative learning opportunities,employees are expected to exemplify professionalism, integrity,accountability, and collaboration.

Through our One LSC Philosophy, we deliver excellent anduniform customer service, providing consistent information, anduniformly helping every student regardless of physical location,modality, college, campus, center, or medium.

This commitment supports Lone Star College System's strategicgoals:

1. Opportunity through financial resilience
2. Leading in academic excellence
3. Strength in culture and talent development
4. Connections through bridges of prosperity

Great Colleges to Work For

Lone Star College System is proud to be recognized as a GreatColleges to Work For institution by The Chronicle of HigherEducation. This recognition reflects our commitment to creatingan organizational culture where employees are valued, supported,and empowered.

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-Montgomery

With 100, 000 students and counting, Lone Star College Systemprovides transformational educational opportunities that helpindividuals get from where they are to where they want to be. Thetwo-year institution is training tomorrow's workforce today,offering more than 200 degrees and certification programs thatempower students to take the next step.

Lone Star College System has eight main campuses and more than 20locations in the Houston area. Learn more at LoneStar.edu.

Lone Star College-Montgomery is a student-centered college servingThe Woodlands, Conroe and surrounding communities. For more than 30years, the college has connected students with affordable,high-quality education through university-transfer pathways andworkforce programs aligned with regional needs. Signature programsinclude biotechnology, radiologic technology, live entertainmenttechnology, land surveying and emergency medical services,supported by hands-on learning, comprehensive student services anda vibrant campus community.

The address is 3200 College Park Drive, Conroe, TX 77384. Allapplicants must reside in Texas.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for performingbeginner-level maintenance, repairs, and installations on campusbuildings, equipment, and systems. This position supports the dailyoperations of the college by ensuring a safe, functional, andwell-maintained environment for students, faculty, and staff.

This role works collaboratively across LSC campuses on specialprojects, recommend process improvement, and implement bestpractices in standard operating procedures (SOPs) acrossfunctional

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Conduct routine inspections of buildings, including classrooms,offices, and common areas
2. Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timelymanner
3. Assist in general carpentry, painting, and drywall repairs
4. Maintain and repair doors and windows
5. Collaborate with other maintenance staff and departments tocomplete projects and repairs
6. Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, workorders, and equipment performance
7. Operate and maintain tools, equipment, and vehicles necessaryfor assigned tasks
8. Ensure compliance with safety and Property Servicesexpectations
9. Provide emergency on-call support as required
10. Responsible for other reasonable related duties asassigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Basic knowledge of carpentry and general building systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical and electricalissues
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Familiarity with work order management systems preferred

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

• Physical ability to lift heavy equipment, work in confinedspaces, and climb ladders
• Comfortable working at heights of up to 50 feet, including onladders, scaffolding, or elevated platforms.
• Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/ornegligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry,push, pull, or otherwise move objects and/or equipment.
• An ability to express or exchange ideas verbally, written, andconvey detailed instructions accurately and clearly.
• Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for longdistances or moving from one work site to another
• Proficient in tasks that involve the use of hands and fingers,such as gripping, manipulating tools, or operating equipment

WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:

• Must be capable of performing labor-intensive work associatedwith maintenance
• Must be capable of safely operating powered equipment such as:Electrical tools and equipment, voltage meters, testing