General Maintenance Technician- Painter Job Birmingham area,Alabama USA,Trades / Skilled Labor

Overview

Under general supervision, the General Maintenance Tech/Painter performs skilled painting, carpentry, and repairs, including maintenance on campus buildings, equipment and various other surfaces. Related work includes coordinating large painting and carpentry projects, demo work, as well as cleaning and maintaining the facility, and providing other operational tasks as needed. Responsible for performing a variety of skilled technician duties, which include electrical, mechanical, carpentry, and HVAC in the maintenance and repair of college facilities and equipment.

Salary Schedule Placement
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Appropriate placement on Salary Schedule E4 05 based on experience ($34,298 - $51,793).

Responsibilities

Inspect and maintain the quality of buildings on an as‑needed basis.

Develop and submit lists of necessary carpentry repairs and improvements.

Calculate amounts of required materials, dimensions, and estimate project cost.

Operate various types of equipment needed to maintain facilities.

Demo areas before carpentry or painting is started.

Work on ladders and various rigging to reach high ceilings and walls.

Move furniture and equipment as needed.

Clean walls/surfaces to ensure proper adherence.

Scrape, sand, prime, or seal surfaces before painting. All prep work included.

Remove fixtures such as pictures, doorknob, lamps and electric switch covers before painting.

Apply paint to surfaces including walls, floors, doors, etc.

Apply touch‑up or second coats as needed.

Remove all paint splatters and clean equipment and job site(s) when finished.

Leave the job site clean daily during and after work is completed.

Perform preventative maintenance on all areas as needed.

Record and log all work performed, complete work orders, and compile all required reports in a timely and complete manner.

The work may involve exposure to potentially dangerous situations, and adequate precautions should be taken and proper safety procedures followed in performing daily tasks.

Perform routine and scheduled preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on the HVAC system; lubricate bearings and change filters and belts in air handlers; adjust thermostats and temperature controls.

General maintenance duties may include moving furniture, furniture repair, removal, setup, and assisting with room setups for meetings/events.

Perform other related duties as assigned by administration.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED. Associate degree preferred.

Two (2) years of full‑time related work experience.

Valid Alabama Driver’s License. Must be insurable by the college’s insurance carrier.

EPA refrigerant recovery certification preferred.

Other Qualifications

Ability to use equipment necessary to strip and wax floors.
Knowledge of chemicals and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
Knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health Act and Hazardous Communications regarding worker safety and use of chemicals.
Basic computer skills.
Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
Ability to work with hardware tools and power equipment.
Detail‑oriented with an aptitude for problem‑solving.
Ability to work with machinery or move heavy equipment.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Physical Demands

Ability to work extended hours during peak times.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, reach, push, pull for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
Knowledge of Occupational Safety and Health Act and Hazardous Communications regarding worker safety and use of chemicals.

EEOC & Legal Statements

Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to…