Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Facilities Services Repair and Maintenance

Under general supervision from the Executive Director, Physical Plant, and direct supervision from the Associate Director, Physical Plant, the incumbent performs a wide range of facilities services repair and maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, carpentry, painting, and grounds. The incumbent may also operate light industrial equipment, grounds equipment, and drive maintenance vehicles.

High School Diploma/High School Equivalency and two (2) years directly related full-time work experience. Part-time experience will be accepted but will be prorated and must equal two (2) years of full-time work experience. Must have a valid Texas Driver's License to operate Temple College vehicles between buildings at off-campus sites.

The incumbent will:

• Monitor, maintain, and perform standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems such as light fixtures, tubes, fixtures, switches, and outlets; assists licensed electricians with non-technical repairs as appropriate.
• Monitor performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems for the facility; assists Master Trade Specialist III as appropriate; performs standard repair/replacement of components as appropriate and non-technical maintenance tasks such as cleaning of heating and cooling fan coil units, adjustment of system controls, and replacing air filter elements.
• Monitor and perform non-technical maintenance of plumbing systems, to include standard repair of leaking fixtures; assist plumbers as appropriate; clean obstructed waste lines, install water and wastewater lines, and/or performing non-technical modifications to plumbing and water supply systems.
• Perform carpentry maintenance tasks including routine sheetrock/drywall installation and/or repair, window replacement, cabinet and counter top replacement, texturing and painting; door and hardware installation; and paints interior and exterior finishes, as appropriate.
• Operate light industrial outdoor equipment such as mowers, power equipment, and small tractors.

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basic building, electrical and HVAC procedures.
• Knowledge of FERPA policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory and inventory control methods.
• Knowledge of machinery, grounds, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of greenhouse operations, propagation methods, chemical applications, insect/disease control, plant nutrition and pruning methods.

SKILLS:

• Organization.
• Customer service.
• Use of computers, preferably in PC, Windows based operating environment.
• Operating machinery such as mowers, tractors, and trucks.

ABILITIES:

• Read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Maintain records.
• Operate light industrial equipment.
• Repair and maintain appliances and HVAC equipment.
• Lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Manage time by organizing, planning, prioritizing, and completing required work duties.
• Perform grounds maintenance to include the use of grounds equipment and tools.
• Repair equipment and ensure routine maintenance of equipment is kept up to date.
• Drive College vehicles as needed.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Document facilities maintenance requirements; maintains appropriate records of work performed.
• Perform other and miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Must be able to manipulate and use construction equipment, mechanics tools, pressure washers, or associated machinery/equipment. Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, chemicals or…