What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Services Technician position at ALBERTUS MAGNUS COLLEGE?
Job Details
Description
Position Title: Facilities Services Technician
Reporting To: Director of Facilities
About Albertus Magnus College:
Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500 students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate accelerated adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional educational offerings and its long-standing excellence in student-centered, values-based education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern-day education. Explore more about the college here.
Job Overview:
Facilities Technician will perform various repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and electrical. Assist in other areas as needed, such as event set-up and custodial duties related to work orders. Perform general maintenance, repairs, and modifications to campus buildings and grounds. Perform a variety of repairs to include, but not limited to, minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work. Perform maintenance and upkeep of tools and equipment utilized to perform duties. Perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance to the interior and exterior of campus buildings. Repair, adjust or replace faucets, showers, commodes, urinals and flushing mechanisms, and window/door hardware. Ensure the appearance and safety of all campus areas.
Essential Functions:
- Work effectively to accomplish the building HVAC and plumbing requests and needs of the College Community.
- Daily visual inspections on all building’s mechanical equipment.
- Proactively address equipment maintenance to reduce breakdown and extend the life of mechanical systems.
- Work with outside contractors as needed.
- Identify areas of concern in various buildings.
- Actively involved in major College functions.
- Other duties as assigned, including snow removal.
Qualifications:
Three to five years of experience in HVAC, plumbing or related experience. Ability to effectively interpret written and verbal instructions. Good verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills required. Basic practical knowledge of several maintenance trades with special emphasis on building maintenance.
Education:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Three to five years experience in HVAC, plumbing, or related experience.
- Ability to effectively interpret written and verbal instructions.
- Good verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills required.
- Basic practical knowledge of several maintenance trades with a special emphasis on building maintenance.
Special Work Schedule Requirements:
Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs. and heavy carrying up to 50 lbs. Long periods of time spent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping. Ability to reach above head. Ability to climb ladders. Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a variety of tools.
Regular attendance is an essential function of this position. The hours are from 7:00 am-3:30 pm, Monday through Friday. This position is on-call for after hours.
Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible to receive medical, dental, and vision benefits. Full-time employees can earn between 18-23 paid time off a year. The employer covers tuition remission after 90 days of employment and covers 100 % (employees responsible for books and technology fees). The college is committed to work-life balance and has a summer schedule from June through August. We currently have 14 paid holidays, including a winter break. You will have the opportunity to participate in our retirement plan from day one, and after one year of employment, the college contributes depending on your service years.
Albertus Magnus College is strongly committed to the principles and practices of diversity throughout the College community. Albertus Magnus College is an equal opportunity employer and invites all qualified applicants to consider this opportunity and apply.
