Maintenance Technician I

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Technician III, the Maintenance Technician I performs a variety of tasks in the maintenance and repair of seminary buildings and grounds to include work in the carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical trades.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

- Repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures and piping

- Snaking out clogged drains, toilets, sinks, etc.

- Perform basic wiring repairs and installation to include installing/replacing switches, receptacles, plugs, circuit breakers, fuses, bulbs, ballasts, light fixtures, etc.

- Perform preventive maintenance tasks on equipment to include lubricating, cleaning and servicing of motors, pumps, valves, belts, etc.

- Change filters in all air handling and fan coil units

- Perform various structural type repairs to include light carpentry work, repairing/installing doors and hardware, patching holes in drywall, painting, etc.

- Drive to specified locations to pick up supplies, parts and/or equipment

- Assist on equipment installation projects

- Keep work area clean and safe

- Keep work vehicle and all tools neat and in order

- Various duties in the snow removal process to include but not be limited to plowing, shoveling, operating a snowblower, and spreading sand and ice melt

- Move furniture and set up equipment for various functions at the seminary, if needed

- Perform groundskeeping related duties, if needed

- Perform other related duties as required

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competencies:

- Mechanical aptitude

- Ability to follow written and oral instructions and follow directions

- Ability to follow diagrams and manufacturers’ manuals and blueprints

- Possession of a valid state motor vehicle operator license

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education:

- Minimum of a High school diploma or equivalent required.

- Advanced course of study or certifications in carpentry, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or HVAC, desired

Experience:

- Previous experience in the maintenance field with a well-rounded background in all areas including structural/carpentry, electrical and mechanical

Administrative and Technological Skills:

- Basic computer skills (MS Office), preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

- Knowledge of tools and equipment used to perform required maintenance and repair tasks

- Lifting, Stooping, bending, working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and from ladders, scaffolds, and genie lift

- Must be able to lift items weighing up to 75 pounds

- Must be able to climb extension ladders, scaffold and operate lift equipment on a regular basis

- Must be able to Lift, stoop, bend, stretch, walk, climb and work in uncomfortable positions for extended periods of time

- Standing moving for 6-8 hours.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

- Work is performed solely onsite.

COMPENSATION: Salary commensurate with experience