Ground Technicians

POSITION SUMMARY: Under general supervision, performs a variety of general maintenance duties which include electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and construction in the maintenance and repair of college facilities and equipment. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: (A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.) · Completion of high school/GED · Three years related maintenance work experience ESSENTIAL TASKS: (Employee must be able to perform the following functions to the satisfaction of the employee’s supervisor.) · Inspect buildings, electrical systems, grounds, and equipment to ensure safe, well-maintained conditions, identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair. · Perform minor troubleshooting and repairs; replace light bulbs, ballasts, and fuses. · Assist with preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on HVAC system, changing filters, bearings. · Complete maintenance work orders as assigned and in a timely manner. · Identify and perform basic service and repair on plumbing fixtures · Identify and assist with carpentry and repair work. · Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools. · Maintain inventory of tools, supplies, and equipment; recommend tools, supplies, and equipment for purchase. · Perform a variety of locksmith duties; install, repair, and replace locks on doors · Assist with snow removal · Perform periodic maintenance of lawn equipment and vehicles. · Assist with moving loading, unloading, and storing supplies, furniture, and equipment. · Respond to 24-hour emergency calls · Adjustment of hours and/or weekend work may be required and/or occasional overtime. · Perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to established practices, procedures, techniques, and standards in a safe manner and with minimal supervision. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: · Thorough knowledge of proper safety techniques and procedures while using chemicals, power tools, hand tools and equipment · Knowledge of proper lifting techniques · Ability to operate heavy equipment · Understanding of methods, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in maintenance, repair, and electrical work · Ability to properly perform basic welding · Ability to use required tools and equipment skillfully and safely, understanding of building codes. COMMUNICATION SKILLS: Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with employees. Ability to interact and communicate effectively in a tactful and courteous manner with a variety of people, including students, employees, faculty and the general public. Ability to manage interpersonal conflict…