Facilities Maintenance Specialist (Plumbing)

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 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 plumbing, carpentry work, and fire alarm systems.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Four years’ experience in maintenance including work in plumbing
Valid NC Drivers' License

Nice To Haves

Six years’ maintenance work experience in commercial and office building operations
Knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC equipment, controls and systems
Knowledge of machinery, equipment and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of buildings
Knowledge of operational characteristics of building equipment and repair procedures
Knowledge of preventive maintenance
Practical knowledge of commercial carpentry and minor construction work used in the repair, maintenance and improvement of buildings
Knowledge of 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
Ability to work independently; remain focused to produce quality work under time constraints
Ability to maintain records of work assignments and materials used
Ability to troubleshoot building systems and correct system problems
Ability to paint and do drywall
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to perform basic mathematical computations
Ability to interpret blueprints, code manuals, state and federal regulations, manufacturers specifications and other verbal or written technical information used in trades related work
Ability to use standard powered and non-powered tools
Ability to 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
Performs scheduled maintenance and services of plumbing fixtures, water heaters, water fountains and eye washes
Assists with scheduled maintenance and minor repairs on heating, refrigeration, air-conditioning and electrical systems and other equipment as needed
Schedules the maintenance of the fire alarm panels
Repairs, replaces, services and installs equipment including light fixtures, fluorescent tubes, lamp connectors, furniture and administrative and instructional equipment
Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work
Performs general office maintenance to hang pictures and repair office furniture
Assists in the monitoring and adjusting of computer energy management systems as required to maintain comfortable building temperatures
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