Maintenance Technician

Company: Cecil College

Category: Facilities Management

Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

Due to interaction with students, employees and college community this position requires in-person presence.

Essential Job Functions

• Inspects buildings daily and identifies any deficiencies.
• Participates in daily general maintenance activities to ensure proper function and reliability of all facilities.
• Performs minor electrical maintenance to include replacement or repair of fixtures, bulbs, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc., using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, etc.).
• Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work (e.g. preparing surfaces and using brush, sprayer, or roller to apply paints, stains, and varnishes, hanging doors, fitting locks and handles, etc.)
• Reconfigures, installs, offices and space (e.g. furniture, wall panels, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, file cabinets, etc.) to accommodate user needs and maximize office space using various hand, power and specialty tools, dollies and hand trucks.
• Prepares surfaces and paints various structures and equipment (e.g. walls, refrigerators, evaporative coolers, floors, roofs, doors, restroom facilities, etc.) to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintain a safe, comfortable working environment.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas as needed.
• Administers the work order process from receipt through completion
• Participates in snow removal activities.
• Participates in all required safety and occupational training.
• Ensures compliance with all local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
• Ensures compliance with all College rules and policies.
• Inspects tools, equipment and vehicles prior to use. Coordinates maintenance and repairs as needed.
• Assists in monitoring the levels of critical spares and supplies and procures as needed.
• Assists other trades/departments as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements to Perform Work

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum of two years commercial/ institutional maintenance experience required. Will consider applicants who have a graduated from a maintenance trade school program in lieu of two years of experience. Working experience in a college or university setting is preferred. Skills/Training: Knowledge of facility maintenance tools, equipment and procedures.
• Proficiencies: Some proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to work well with others throughout the campus community.

Scheduling Requirements

Ability to work a flexible schedule during inclement weather, and special events that may require evening, Saturday and Sunday work hours.

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift and move up to a maximum of 50 lbs. The physical activity of this position includes, but is not limited to: climbing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, pulling, lifting, grasping, twisting and sitting.

Work Environment

Valid Driver’s License and satisfactory driving record. The worker will be subject to dust, noise, fumes, and odors. The worker will be exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions. Safety equipment will be provided where needed and required to be worn or used.

General Benefits

Cecil College offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefit package offering medical, dental and vision coverage for employee and eligible dependents; generous annual, sick and personal leave; 19 paid holidays; tuition assistance and tuition waiver based on eligibility guidelines; opportunity to enroll in retirement accounts (403B or Maryland State Retirement System based on eligibility guidelines); voluntary retirement account with TIAA or Fidelity, employee paid short term disability, employer provided basic life insurance and accidental death insurance, and employee paid voluntary life insurance, access to Fitness Center, and library. For more information Employee Benefits | Cecil College

This is a non-exempt (hourly), overtime eligible position; Grade 107 (pay scale:$18.42-$29.48/hr). The hourly rate for the position based on budget is $18.42-20/hr. Applicants initial salary placement is based on internal equity and relevant candidate experience.

*Based upon the budgeted hours of a position, contribution to the Maryland State Retirement Pension System may be required.*

*We are committed to ensuring equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all hiring and employment practices. Cecil College will not discriminate against any individual by reason of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic status, genetic information, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.*