Facilities Assistant

Facilities Assistant

This position is responsible for performing routine maintenance and administrative duties in the care and maintenance of District facilities, services, buildings and grounds.

• Classification
  
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  Facilities Assistant
• Salary Range: $4,563 – $5,491 per month
• Location: Cypress College
• Department: Physical Plant & Facilities
• Employment %: 100%
• Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Number of Vacancies: 1

• Receives and delivers District and U.S. mail, equipment and supplies as directed.
• Provides assistance to facilities maintenance and custodial personnel as required.
• Prepares classrooms and facilities for special events or activities; moves furniture and sets up tables, chairs, and equipment as necessary.
• Loads and unloads warehouse truck and delivers goods to appropriate departments on campus.
• Performs minor repairs to buildings and equipment; disposes of obsolete or surplus equipment as directed; assembles and installs furniture and equipment as needed.
• Performs routine maintenance duties as assigned; picks up paper and debris.
• Secures facility at completion of assigned schedule; turns lights on and off; unlocks and locks doors and windows; reports sanitary and safety hazards; notifies proper authorities of suspicious persons or situations; returns items to lost and found.
• Maintains routine records and forms such as service and supply requests, and time sheets as required.
• Learn and apply emerging technologies and advances as necessary to perform duties efficiently, organized and timely.
• Participate in District/College efforts to increase the diversity of faculty and staff and to address student achievement gaps; attend and participate in diversity, equity and inclusion trainings and events.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Experience: One year of experience is equivalent to 12 months of full‑time work. Applicable part‑time experience is converted to the full‑time equivalent for the purpose of meeting the minimum requirement.
• Education: 24 units are equal to one year of education. Education must be from a regionally accredited institution and verifiable on an unofficial transcript.
• Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities required for the essential functions listed above.
• Commitment to diversity: ability to demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Basic methods, tools, materials and equipment used in routine maintenance repair work.
• Requirements for maintaining school buildings in safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Proper methods for storing equipment, materials and supplies.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance and repair work.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment, machines, and vehicles—including forklift, electric cart, truck, drill and hand tools.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

• Valid driver’s license required; employees driving district‑related activities must certify possession of a valid license and automobile insurance.

• Asbestos Awareness (2 hrs)
• Hazard Communication
• Industrial Truck/Forklift Certification
• Lead Awareness
• Lockout/Tagout Utility Cart Certification

• 100% employee medical premium coverage and a contribution toward dependent coverage.
• Fringe allowance at employee’s discretion.
• Voluntary Medical/Dependent Day Care Flexible Spending Account.
• Life insurance benefit.
• Deferral Compensation Program (403(b)/457 plans).
• Retirement Pension Plan (CalSTRS/CalPERS).
• Professional Growth & Development Opportunities.
• 20 paid holidays + Paid vacation.
• Cumulative sick leave.
• Summer schedule (exceptions apply).
• Premium Pay for years of continuous service (5% at 5 years, up to 36% at 36 years).
• District paid post‑retirement medical (eligibility).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Environment fostering diversity and inclusion.
• Progressive and innovative culture.
• Opportunity to participate in various Faculty & Staff Associations.

The District is committed to providing an educational, employment and business environment free from discrimination on the basis of any protected characteristic, as defined by state and federal law.

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