Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Responsible for the general maintenance of all physical facilities, grounds, and other equipment owned, leased or otherwise utilized by NCC. Preference given to applicant with prior HVAC experience and HVAC qualifications.

• Applications will be accepted until filled*

Essential Responsibilities

• Help keep all vehicles in good repair and report any safety concerns to Director of Facilities.

• Perform routine maintenance on all HVAC mechanical systems.

• Check all lighting fixtures for blown tubes and bulbs; replace when necessary. Replace ballast as needed.

• Keep all plumbing fixtures in working order.

• Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner and track preventive maintenance and various maintenance repairs through normal maintenance/facility tracking methods as directed by the Director of Facilities. (i.e. replace bulbs, replace existing malfunctioning machines, maintain bulb stock, repair minor problems with machines, assembly and move furniture as needed.)

• Keep all janitorial supplies under lock and key; see that the janitors are supplied with the proper amount of supplies.

• Paint facilities as needed.

• Keep all equipment in good working condition.

• Assist grounds keeping with any items as needed or assigned by the Director of Facilities.

• Assist housekeeping with any items as needed or assigned by the Director of Facilities.

• Report any security concerns to the Director of Facilities.

• Be willing to work a flexible schedule any day of the week.

• Be familiar with OSHA regulations and report any known deficiencies.

• Practice safe work habits such as lifting, climbing, etc.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities.

• Participate in professional development activities provided by NCC.

• Participate in College events and activities.

• Maintain regular and consistent on-site attendance during normal hours of college operations in fulfillment of duties not inconsistent with the expectations for full-time employees and College policies and procedures.

• Initiate and answer telephone calls and video conference calls.

• Perform other duties as assigned which contribute to the efficient and effective operation of NCC.

• Serve on various committees as assigned.

• Participate in and support ongoing assessment, planning and evaluation to improve student learning.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Employees may request reasonable accommodation(s) if necessary to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Maintain stationary position, sitting or standing, for extended periods of time.

• Operate a computer and other machinery.

• Occasionally lift, move, transport, install, or remove items weighing up to 50 pounds.

• The ability to communicate information so that others understand.

• The ability to observe details.

• Ascend/descend a ladder.

• Ability to provide maintenance to items on the floor, wall, ceiling, or tight spaces.

• Ability to work in varied outdoor weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

Must have a high School Diploma and valid driver's license.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching overhead and periodic pushing, lifting and carrying items up to 50 lbs.; frequently traveling between buildings on campus; routine discomfort from exposure to moderate levels of heat, cold, moisture, air pollution, fumes, odors, poor ventilation, dust, chemical and mechanical hazards.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference given to applicant with prior HVAC experience and HVAC qualifications.

Nash Community College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our full-time employees.

• State Health Plan

• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Additional Supplemental Insurances

• Disability Plan

• NC Retirement Plan

• Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Community Service, and Voluntary Shared)

• Paid Holidays

• Credit for Prior State Service

• Supplemental Retirement Plan

• Employee Assistance Program

Please note: Most temporary (part-time or full-time) employees do not earn benefits.