Maintenance Technician

NOTE:  CHATTAHOOCHEE VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE OBSERVES EASTERN TIME. 

The person in this position reports directly to the Maintenance and Grounds Supervisor and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of campus electrical systems, as well as minor electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and carpentry work and repairs.  In addition, this position will conduct preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, including HVAC equipment.  This position also involves more advanced work assisting a supervisor or HVAC vendor.

Salary:  Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E3 04:   $43,468-$53,976.

A  complete application packet consists of the following:

• Online employment application
• Cover letter describing specifically how your experience and qualifications meet the required qualifications.
• Current resume
• Copy of current and valid driver's license
• Copy of high school diploma, high school transcript, or GED certificate
• Copies of all relevant certifications or licenses, if applicable

Verification of experience (employment) will be required after the interview process and prior to an offer of employment. Letter(s) must come from current and/or former employers, verifying employment experience to meet minimum required qualifications and for appropriate placement on the salary schedule. Letter(s) must include employment dates, employment status, and job title and be on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.

Completion of all sections of the online application is required. Application materials, including transcripts, must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Degrees must be posted on transcripts. 

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for application; however, official transcripts will be required by the College prior to extension of an employment agreement to the successful candidate. Once submitted, all application materials become the property of the College. Requests for copies of application materials, including transcripts, will be denied. 

Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible, as negotiated. 

1.  Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
2.  Troubleshoot, repair, install, replace, and test electrical circuits, equipment and appliances using necessary hand tools and testing instruments.
     a.  Inspect and test electrical lighting, signal communication, and power circuits and equipment.
     b.  Isolate defects in wiring, switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
     c.  Examine and test elements of electrical systems to locate obvious faults, such as blown fuses, short circuits, broken wires, loose connections, etc.
     d.  Replace faulty switches, sockets, plugs, fuses, insulators, and other simple elements of electrical systems.
     e.  Repair defective circuits, including wiring or replacing electrical components.
     f.  Repair or replace defective equipment, such as motors, bearings, v-belts and other related electrical parts.
3.  Assist with troubleshooting, repairing, installing, replacing, and testing HVAC air distribution systems and air handlers using necessary hand tools and testing instruments:
     a.  Properly install and dispose of refrigerant in HVAC systems as needed.
     b.  Periodically check operation of HVAC systems and equipment for safe and proper operation and perform preventative maintenance as needed.
4.  Perform minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing repairs:
     a.  Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
     b.  Perform minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens, drywall, hanging pictures, and assembling furniture.
5.  Perform preventive maintenance on mechanical systems, including changing filters, belts, grease motors, and program thermostats.
6.  As required, estimate materials needed and record time and materials expended on each work order/project.
7.  Respond to and assist with emergency repairs and requests.
8.  Assist with and maintain required records and logs.
9.  Assist with minor repairs and renovations of building, fixtures, and furniture.
10. Assist in the repairs and maintenance for computerized building operations on mechanical equipment/associated support equipment and related work as required.
11. Operate the computerized energy management system.
12. Assist and cooperate with all tradespeople and custodians.
13. Operate audio-visual equipment on campus.
14. Install CAT cables for IT and terminate circuits.
15. Install/repair/operate surveillance systems.
16. Install/repair/operate irrigation systems on campus.
17. Perform occasional repairs to fire alarm systems.
18. As directed, assist with lawn and shrubbery care around campus and with general campus preservation, including collection of refuse.
19. Assist with moving and set-up duties as assigned (i.e. equipment/furniture for campus events).
20.  Perform other duties as assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.  Adhere to all policies and procedures as set form by the College.
2.  Maintain confidentiality of identified sensitive information and of departmental information.
3.  Remain current in and enhance professional knowledge and skills through professional development training and continuing education.
4.  Interact with and serve diverse student and employee populations in a courteous and friendly manner.
5.  Adhere to College standards of professionalism and confidentiality, including courteous and friendly interaction with other CVCC employees.
6.  Maintain appropriate work hours as outlined in State and College policies and assigned by supervisor or dean.
7.  Recruit potential students, both traditional and nontraditional, to the College, and assist in retention efforts.
8.  Represent the institution in a positive manner.
9.  Participate in advance registration, regular registration, and schedule adjustment as assigned.
10. Serve on committees, as assigned.
11.  Participate in graduation
12.  Participate in the College's planning process.

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Three (3) years of full-time experience in building repairs and maintenance; must possess knowledge and technical skills for minor mechanical, plumbing, and electrical repairs  
• A current and valid driver’s license is required.
• Ability to travel overnight as necessary.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours and overtime as required.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

• Certificate in relevant specialized area, such as electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning with a minimum of 15 credit hours in HVAC or related course work.
• Five (5) years of full-time experience in building repairs and maintenance;  possess knowledge and technical skills for the repair and maintenance of electrical systems.

All correspondence with applicants regarding this search process will be sent via email. 

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications indicated on this vacancy announcement and must submit a complete application packet via the online application process by the deadline in order to be considered. PLEASE DO NOT UPLOAD PHOTOS. 

The online application link is found on the employment page of the College's website at https://www.cv.edu/about/leadership/human-resources/       and  https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/accs/chattahoochee.

Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. The College will not incur the cost of applicants' interview expenses. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment.

The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.

All male applicants between the age of 18-26 must provide proof of Selective Service Registration.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant selected for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. In the event a conviction for a felony or any crime involving moral turpitude is found, the procedures established for the Board of Trustees policy concerning criminal background checks will be followed.

Chattahoochee Valley Community College (CVCC) is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) which electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Applicants hired by CVCC will be subject to the E-Verify process pursuant to Act. No. 2011-535.

CVCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System that no person shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, gender, religion, creed, national origin, or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. CVCC will make reasonable accommodations for qualified candidates or employees. CVCC reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

Salary : $43,468 - $53,976