Structural Specialist

The Structural Specialist plays a crucial role in maintaining the integrity and functionality of the College’s structures and fixtures. This position involves a combination of carpentry, masonry, painting, and general building maintenance tasks to ensure a safe and aesthetically pleasing campus environment. The ideal candidate is skilled in various construction and repair techniques, with a focus on both reactive and proactive maintenance.

Work Days: Monday-Friday

Shift Start/End Time: 7:30AM-4:30PM

Hours Per Week: 40

Weeks Per Year: 52

Position Title: Structural Specialist

Pay Status and Classification: Non-exempt, Regular full-time

Supervisor: Supervisor of Structural Trades

Position Purpose: Maintains and repairs structures and fixtures on campus using a range of materials, including wood, concrete, mortar, and more. Applies paints, stains to interior and exterior surfaces, while also performing minor electrical and plumbing repairs as needed. Proactively identifies and executes preventative maintenance measures to uphold the overall structural integrity of the College’s facilities.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties:

• Structural Repairs: Executes repairs on structures and fixtures using wood and related building materials. Performs repairs with concrete, mortar, stone, bricks, CMU, tile, and other related materials. Addresses issues related to wear and tear, damage, or other structural concerns.
• Painting and Finishing: Applies paints, stains, and finishes to the interior and exterior of buildings and fixtures. Prepares surfaces and selects appropriate materials to achieve a high-quality finish.
• Minor Electrical and Plumbing Repairs: Conducts minor electrical and plumbing repairs as necessary. Troubleshoots and resolves issues related to electrical and plumbing systems within the structures.
• Preventative Maintenance: Proactively identifies potential issues with structural elements on campus, elevating to supervisor when appropriate. Performs preventative maintenance to extend the lifespan of buildings and fixtures. Collaborates with other maintenance and facilities staff to develop and implement maintenance schedules.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, journey level accomplishment in the masonry and/or carpentry trades, at least 4 years related experience, or a combination of relevant education, training, certifications, and/or work experience.
• Safety-conscious. Ability to lift 50 pounds. Comfort working at heights and in confined spaces. Stamina for extended periods of physical activity.
• Proven experience in carpentry, masonry, and general construction work.
• Knowledge of and experience in applying paints, stains, and finishes.
• Familiarity with electrical and plumbing systems for minor repairs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive mindset in identifying and addressing maintenance needs.
• The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning community, while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.
• Able to proactively identify and pursue relevant learning and professional development opportunities and apply new knowledge, insights, and skills to enhance results.