Facilities Maintenance Specialist (Drywaller)

Craven Community College•New Bern, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist is responsible for performing skilled maintenance, repair, and construction of the inside, outside, and exterior areas around buildings, as well as the various systems within the buildings in more than one field, including heating and air, water, and electrical systems. This position specializes in sheetrock and carpentry work, and painting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Four years’ experience in maintenance including work in drywall
Valid North Carolina Drivers’ license

Nice To Haves

Six years’ maintenance work experience in commercial and office building operations
Strong practical knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment, controls and systems
Machinery, equipment and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of buildings
Operational characteristics of building equipment and repair procedures
Strong knowledge of preventive maintenance
Strong practical knowledge of commercial carpentry and construction work used in the repair, maintenance and improvement of buildings
Established maintenance, fire, OSHA, hazardous material and safety regulations and procedures
Proficient skill in the repair of a variety of structural and/or mechanical facilities in a variety of trade areas
Intermediate computer skills in Word and Excel
Intermediate skills in analyzing and interpreting data
Work independently; remain focused to produce quality work under time constraints
Maintain records of work assignments and materials used
Troubleshoot building systems and correct system problems
Paint and do drywall
Follow oral and written instructions
Perform basic mathematical computations
Interpret blueprints, code manuals, state and federal regulations, manufacturers specifications and other verbal or written technical information used in trades related work
Use standard powered and non-powered tools
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; demonstrated ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse workforce, including those with different levels of academic preparation and varying physical and learning abilities, and socioeconomic levels

Responsibilities

Determines work to be completed through visual inspection or assignment of work orders
Assists with scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on plumbing, heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning and electrical systems and other equipment as needed
Repairs, replaces, services and installs equipment including light fixtures, fluorescent tubes, lamp connectors, furniture and administrative and instructional equipment
Assembles and layouts metal or wood walls, measures, cuts, and attaches drywall panels to wood or metal framing, ensuring proper fit around outlets and fixtures
Applies tape and joint compound to seams, fills nail/screw holes, and applies multiple coats to create even surfaces
Smooths all joints, patches, and imperfections after each coat of compound
Transports materials and sets up scaffolding or lifts
Patches holes and cracks in existing drywall
Performs minor painting and masonry work
Performs general office maintenance to hang pictures and repair office furniture
Performs minor repairs on campus power equipment and machinery; reports items in need of repair or replacement
Installs cable for computers and telephones
Operates a motor vehicle to pick-up items from local vendors; delivers supplies as needed
Assists in moving furniture and equipment as needed
Prepares facilities for classes, meetings and special events as assigned
Participates in appropriate committees and task forces as assigned
Performs other job-related duties and projects as assigned in support of the College’s mission, core values and goals