Maintenance Technician

About the Organization

Ohio Christian University is committed to offering a complete education that develops students intellectually, professionally, and spiritually. OCU offers degree programs for residential undergraduate students, graduate students, and adult and online students.

Maintenance Technician

• Department:
  Maintenance
• Building/
  
  Location:
  
  Maxwell – Executive Center, Main Campus
• Supervisor:
  Director of Maintenance
• Months per Year: 12
• Hours per Week: 40
• Risk Designation: (none)
• Risk Level: (none)
• FLSA Status:
  Non‑exempt
• Salary Range: (not provided)

Ohio Christian University is seeking a qualified Director of Maintenance to oversee and manage the maintenance team on our campus in Circleville, Ohio. Under the direction of the Executive Director of Operations, the Director of Maintenance is responsible for all facilities on the campus including coordinating maintenance and repair services and adhering to all safety policies.

• To maintain, fix, repair, and replace all building and grounds items to ensure efficient and safe operating procedures.
• Manage time, personnel, and projects.
• Building maintenance.
• Manage and update the Maintenance Work Order System.
• Problem‑solve maintenance issues.
• Order parts.
• Prepare cost estimates and project projections.
• Snow removal and grounds support (labor and management).
• Act as a consultant for new construction (construction methods and products).
• Support campus events.
• Assist outside contractors as needed.
• Support athletic field maintenance in conjunction with the Grounds Department.
• Be available on evenings and weekends as the need arises.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

According to Ohio Christian University employment policy, all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the OCU Community Lifestyle Statement.

• Knowledge of building construction and maintenance.
• Effectively manage time and employee time.
• Knowledge of effective building processes and technology.
• Manage budget and operational resources wisely.
• Preferred:
  Christ‑first attitude.
• Integrity in work and decisions.
• Team player and leader.
• Mindful of university equipment, possessions, and study privacy.
• Servant heart and attitude.
• Physical requirements:
  
  able to lift 25 pounds, perform repairs, and traverse property and facilities to diagnose building issues.

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of the Churches of Christ in Christian Union, Ohio Christian University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e‑1 and 2000e‑2). The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job‑related instructions and perform other job‑related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with federal and state laws. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an at‑will basis unless otherwise contractually bound.

Ohio Christian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.