What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities & Transportation Technician position at Lincoln Tech?
If you're a skilled technician who takes pride in keeping a facility running smoothly, Lincoln Tech in South Plainfield, NJ wants to hear from you. We're looking for a dependable, hands-on Facilities & Transportation Technician to help maintain a safe, well-functioning campus environment for our students and staff. This role is a great fit for someone who knows their way around a building, can diagnose and repair a variety of maintenance tasks, and holds a clean driving record.
What You'll Do as a Facilities & Transportation Technician:
- Perform general facility maintenance and repairs including plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, electrical, drywall, painting, doors, windows, locks, and flooring
- Conduct monthly preventative maintenance and safety inspections of buildings, equipment, and machinery
- Monitor and maintain fire safety systems, smoke detectors, and HVAC units in compliance with OSHA standards
- Patrol campus grounds, manage building access, and monitor CCTV systems
- Serve as a first responder for alarms and emergencies, liaising with emergency services and providing first aid when necessary
- Set up and break down rooms for events, move equipment, and support classroom and office reconfigurations
- Maintain clean and orderly common areas, manage waste and recycling, and assist with seasonal exterior upkeep
- Respond to work orders promptly and after-hours maintenance calls as needed
- Safely transport students between our adjacent parking facility and campus
- Manage inventory control and tracking
What You'll Bring:
- Hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, building trades, or as a porter or handyman
- Ability to diagnose issues and determine the best repair method
- Familiarity with OSHA safety standards and fire safety compliance
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Ability to lift and transport up to 75 lbs.
- High school diploma or equivalent experience
Benefits:
- 4-day work week with three-day weekends
- Well-equipped training facility with industry-standard equipment
- Stability with a well-established institution (75 years)
- We have successful Skilled Trade programs with proven graduate outcomes
- Full-time Comprehensive:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life/Disability Insurance
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
About Us
For 80 years Lincoln Tech has been one of the nation's leading providers of career training in Healthcare, Automotive/Diesel, Skilled Trades, Information Technology.
Lincoln Tech is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.
- Email: careers@lincolntech.edu
- Website: lincolntech.edu/careers