Multi-Craft Technician

Position Summary

Primary responsible for the on-going maintenance, service, repair and replacement of irrigation systems at all Campus sites. Secondary responsibilities include Plumbing/Electrical maintenance. Base of operation will be the Decatur Campus.

• Online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of high school diploma or equivalent or college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Install, repair and maintain manual and automatic irrigation systems, including pipes, valves, sprinkler heads, and controllers.
• Operate, inspect and troubleshoot all components of automated and smart irrigation systems to ensure proper functionality.
• Ensure efficient water distribution, control over- or under- irrigation, and compliance with local regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections, perform preventative maintenance and diagnose system malfunctions to prevent costly repairs.
• Design irrigation solutions tailored to specific project requirements considering soil type, weather, and plant life.
• Communicate with all Facilities management to explain system operations and provide guidance on best practices.
• Working with Landscape Vendor to insure all weeks are out of beds, walks and brick pavers.
• Clean out all building gutters at least annually and make/coordinate repairs as necessary to insure water is moving away from the buildings.
• Maintain/replace landscape irrigation equipment as needed.
• Install/repair plumbing fixtures, including sanitary sewer pipe, lift station, storm, water and compressed air lines.
• Install plumbing and electrical fixtures including changing ballasts and bulbs.
• Keep plumbing fixtures in top working condition including unclogging drains, changing out flush valves, repairing/replacing water fountains.
• Install, maintain and repair plumbing fixtures.
• Troubleshoot and resolve sanitary sewer issues. Solicit outside vendor quotes if the issue is more complex than Calhoun Facilities can address in a timely fashion.
• Preventative and predictive maintenance on all electrical and plumbing systems to insure continuous operation with little or no outages during peak operating times.
• Repair and replace electrical controls.
• On-call on evenings and weekends on a shared basis with other Electrical, Plumbing, Multi-Craft Technicians as well as other Facilities Team Members.
• Perform all duties with professionalism.
• Performs related work as assigned.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of ten (10) years experience in either/ or a combination of plumbing/electrical/general construction/HVAC/electronic control systems is required. Preference will be given to candidates with five (5) years’ experience working with commercial irrigation systems including design, programming, maintenance and repair of existing as well as new systems.

• Knowledge of hydraulic principles, water pressure and flow rates.
• Proficiency with irrigation control system Calsense, Maxicom II, Rainbird
• Familiarity with electronic and mechanical components.
• Proficiency in operating heavy equipment such as trenchers and backhoes.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing system malfunctions
• Leak detection and repair of pipes and components.
• Understanding of water management, plant biology and soil science.
• Knowledge of sustainable practices and environmental regulations.
• Ability to communicate with co-workers, vendors, and wholesalers about job-related problems.
• Ability to maintain logs, fills out work reports, and order parts.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, work orders and plan interpretation.
• Ability to work non-standard hours.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be insurable.
• Proficient in current National Electrical codes.
• Ability to read MEP, Structural and Architectural drawing/plans.
• Ability to operate equipment such as trencher, backhoe, tractor, forklift, and bucket truck.
• Ability to work in heights exceeding 16’ using ladders, scaffolding and man lifts.
• Ability to work non-standard hours and respond to after hours on call emergencies.
• Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, other employees, and the public.
• Customer Service Orientation – A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs.
• Willingness to maintain flexibility in order to meet customer needs.
• A positive attitude regardless of circumstances at hand.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and adhere to prescribed routines.
• Ability to understand and carry out moderately complex oral and written instructions.
• Confidence in decision making and communications skills.
• Conscientious – care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision/work independently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of office information.
• Willingness and desire to learn new things and apply that learning.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. The college reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. Calhoun Community College participates in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org). Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.calhoun.edu

P.O. Box 2216
Decatur, AL 35609
256-306-2590
256-306-2591
jobs@calhoun.edu

Sick Leave
All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teacher's Retirement.

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307

• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year