The purpose of this position is to work with maintenance personnel as well as contracted services personnel at the college campus. The primary objective of this position is to maintain school facilities, grounds and properties in a condition of optimal operating excellence, so that full educational use of the facility may be attainable at all times.
$19 - $20 HOURLY
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the coordination of the maintenance and upkeep of physical plant facilities with campus personnel during assigned projects
Responsible for the safety of facilities during assigned projects and demonstrate and promote good safety practices
Work well in an organized manner with attention to details. • Assist in the development of specifications related to contracted services, i.e., facilities, painting, landscaping, snow removal, etc. for all campuses in Lake County
Responsible for performing various craft skills in the routine maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment, such as, troubleshooting and making minor repairs to motors, pumps, air compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, heating and air conditioning units, perform wiring, plumbing and carpentry tasks
Must be able to read and interpret blueprints and schematics and operate power tools, both stationary and portable
Coordinate and work with room scheduler in regards to planned maintenance projects
Assist and coordinate emergency repairs to buildings and mechanical equipment
Assist in structural repairs and renovation to buildings both interior and exterior
Perform and/or coordinate outside grounds maintenance including snow removal, landscaping and lot cleanups. • Assist in maintaining computer control systems (HVAC, Security, etc.)
Respond to emergency requests.
PHYISICAL REQUIREMENTS
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
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear
The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms such as to operate machinery
The employee is occasionally required to sit
The employee frequently must squat, stoop or kneel, reach above the head and reach forward
The employee continuously uses hand strength to grasp tools and climb ladders
The employee will frequently bend or twist at the neck and trunk more than the average person while performing the duties of this job
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 100 pounds
The employee will sometimes push/pull items such as tables, scaffolds, and cabinets
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Candidate must be able to work from ladders and at heights from up to 100 feet Must have the ability to operate and work from mechanical lifts
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to communicate effectively both written and orallY
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works indoors and will occasionally work outdoors
The employee will work near or with moving mechanical equipment
The employee may occasionally work with toxic or caustic chemicals such as petroleum products, degreasers, sprays and non-household dust
The employee must be able to meet deadlines with severe time constraints
The employee will occasionally work irregular or extended hours and will frequently work alone
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate but occasionally very loud
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
he above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list
Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned
Supervision Received: Director of Facilities
Supervision Given: None
This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically assigned by the supervisor or leadership may be required.
High School Diploma or GED required; Associate Degree preferre
Technical expertise in the area of electrical, heating/air, plumbing, mechanical and basic carpentry
Ability to work alone as well with others. • Initiative and ability to work without supervision, when required
Good attendance and punctuality a must
Valid driver's license
Previous facilities maintenance experience or comparable construction/industrial experience
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics. • Familiar with building, plumbing and electrical codes
Ability to plan and estimate time and materials
Ability to work varied schedules including Saturdays and evenings, as well as overtime.
Strong working knowledge of Building Maintenance Management programs
Have the ability to work independently and be able to communicate, both written and oral
Willingness to pursue additional training as necessary
Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.