Maintenance Technician II (2nd shift)

Lake Michigan College; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Job summary

Lake Michigan College in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to operate and maintain life safety, building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and controls infrastructure. The role requires after-hours on-call coverage and is in-person on a Sunday-Thursday 2nd shift schedule.

The position reports to Facilities Management and requires a high school diploma, 3+ years in facility maintenance or related trades, and knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety codes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three years’ experience in facility maintenance or related trade.
• Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety codes.
• Certification or license in applicable trades is preferred.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs major and technical repairs and preventive maintenance for building systems and equipment.
• Includes light carpentry, painting, hardware installs and repairs, and keying.
• Troubleshoots equipment and system issues, including complex ones.
• May be called to respond to emergencies outside normal hours.
• Inspects buildings to confirm safety standards.
• Provides on-site support and assists third-party contractors as needed.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Electrical work

Plumbing

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years facilities maintenance

Tools

HVAC equipment

Electrical testing

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Be a part of the Red Hawk family. Benefits start on first day of hire! Extensive paid time off (including Spring Break), College fully pays the in-network health insurance deductible, minimum of 10% employer retirement contribution per payroll, and much more! https://www.lakemichigancollege.edu/about .

Thrive in Southwest Michigan Official transcripts required upon hire. Summer work hours apply to this position. Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] .

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Posting Number

Posting Number 0001067

Position Title:

Position Title: Maintenance Technician II (2nd shift)

Reports to:

Department:

Department: Facilities Management

Classification:

Classification: Non-Exempt

If 'Classified,' 'Facilities,' or 'On-call,' hours per week:

If 'Classified,' 'Facilities,' or 'On-call,' hours per week: MF-Facilities Management FT

Full or Part-time:

Full or Part-time: Full Time

Job Summary:

Independently performs operations and maintenance of life safety, building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and controls infrastructure at an advanced level. Provides after-hours on-call coverage throughout the year. Work is required in-person. Schedule is Sundays through Thursdays, 2nd shift hours.

College Intro:

Lake Michigan College, located in Benton Harbor, Michigan, is a vibrant community college committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a supportive learning environment. The college offers a diverse range of programs and degrees, including associate degrees, certificates, and transfer programs designed to help students achieve their academic and career goals. With modern facilities, experienced faculty, and a strong focus on student success, Lake Michigan College prepares students for a variety of careers and further education opportunities. Whether you’re looking to start your college journey, enhance your skills, or explore new career paths, Lake Michigan College provides the resources and support needed to succeed.

Essential Functions:

• 1. Performs major and technical repairs and preventative maintenance duties for all building systems and equipment.
• 2. Duties include light carpentry work, painting, hardware installs and repair, and keying.
• 3. Troubleshooting equipment and system issues and failures, including those of a more complex nature.
• 4. May be called to respond to emergencies outside of normal work hours.
• 5. Inspects buildings to confirm safety standards.
• 6. Provides assistance to third party contractors when more technical support is required.
• 8. Cleans and maintains all areas pertaining to shops, boiler/chiller rooms, penthouses, electrical closets, storage areas, and related equipment.
• 9. Participates in developing and updating preventive maintenance program.
• 10. Provides time-off relief for others within the bargaining unit.
• 11. Monitors fire and safety protection systems.
• 12. May be asked to provide on-the-job training for other Facilities Management employees.
• 13. Operates digital HVAC controls for all buildings and electronic fire alarm and security systems.
• 14. Ability to calmly thrive under pressure, perform consistently and work with a sense of urgency.
• 15. Provides on-site support when guests are present on campus.
• 16. May participate in building operations teams and provides facility support to other college departments.
• 17. Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties:

Job Specifications:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Demonstrated ability to read and write effectively. Additional twelve credit hours of course work in trade related area or years of experience equivalent required. Minimum of three years’ experience in facility maintenance or related applicable trade required. Knowledge of operation and repairs of HVAC , electrical, plumbing, computer-based systems, building and safety codes, light systems, and related equipment. Certification or license in applicable trades is preferred. Strong interpersonal skills required. Minimum score of 85% as demonstrated on Maintenance Technician Mechanical Aptitude Test or current State license in an applicable trade.

Frequent walking, standing, climbing, lifting, stooping, or carrying of equipment and materials may be required. Incumbents may be required to lift and carry up to 50 pounds. Incumbent may be exposed to extreme temperatures, close quarter situations, high and precarious places, moving mechanical parts, and vibrations. Valid driver’s license required.

Positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the College’s Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy.

Hiring Range:

Hiring Range: $21.43

Open Date:

Open Date: 10/14/2026

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have, at minimum, a high school education or equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a minimum of three years’ experience in facility maintenance or related applicable trade?
  • Yes
  • No