Facilities Technician

Job Summary: 

This position exists for the purpose of supporting the facilities supervisor in primarily meeting the needs of the college as well as various general maintenance duties. 
 

Emergency Designation: Essential 
 

Physical Requirements: 

 The physical ability to use the body in primary type skills necessary to perform duties such as, but not limited to, the following:   

• Heavy lifting, carrying, and reaching high places. 
• Working on roofs, ladders, and scaffolds. 
• Ability to work in confined spaces such as attics and basements. 
• Proficient use of hand & power tools. 
• Experience operating scissor lift, articulating lift & snowplowing preferred. 

Personal Qualities - The ability to identify personal strengths, weaknesses, skills, and limitations and to use this understanding profitably. 

• The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally. 
• The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships. 
• A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve as a member of a team. 
• A professional appearance.   

Education and Experience:   

• Associates degree or High school diploma.  
• Minimum 5 years’ experience preferred in facility maintenance position. Preferably in an educational setting. 
• Valid driver’s license required. 

Required Skills/Abilities:  

Technical 

• Troubleshoot and repair of lighting and other electrical components. 
• Repair and installation of various types of plumbing fixtures. 
• Ability to read and interpret as-built plans.  
• Repair and maintain drywall/paint, flooring, and door components. 
• Troubleshoot and repair of HVAC systems preferred. 

Organizational 

• Ability to supervise and delegate tasks to student workers. 
• Maintain building inventory.  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. 
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. 
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. 
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment. 
• Work independently and with sub-contractors. 
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Perform and work closely with other members of Physical Plant and College staff.  Assist in other duties whenever called upon as needed for the good and welfare of the total college ministry. 

• Regular on call rotation required