Landscaping and Maintenance Technician

SSCC•Hillsboro, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists with the maintenance, repair, and daily operations of college facilities and grounds. Performs landscaping, preventive maintenance, equipment maintenance, and general building maintenance while developing skills in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, and facilities operations. This position provides an opportunity to develop a broad range of technical and facilities-related skills and advance within the College’s Facilities Services department.

Requirements

Two or more years of experience in one of the following areas: building construction, facilities maintenance, or another related field.
Applicant must successfully pass required background checks in accordance with Southern State Community College’s policies and procedures and applicable laws.
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Nice To Haves

Experience in landscaping, general maintenance, or basic painting.

Responsibilities

Performs weekly lawn care, including mowing, edging, and trimming.
Maintains garden beds through weeding, mulching, and planting flowers and shrubs.
Assists with spring and fall cleanup, snow removal, and salting.
Ensures drainage areas are free of debris.
Ensures all common areas, parking lots, and walkways are free of debris and hazards.
Performs light painting, including touch-ups to scuffed surfaces, trim, fences, and curbs.
Ensures all surfaces meet professional standards through proper preparation, including sanding and cleaning.
Inspects property through routine walkthroughs to identify and report repairs needed to walkways or exterior structures.
Performs routine HVAC care, including AC filter changes across the property on a scheduled basis.
Maintains and services college vehicles and equipment, ensuring proper and safe working order.
Performs preventive maintenance and makes necessary repairs, including, but not limited to, cleaning, greasing, and checking oil and fluid levels on mowers and other power tools.
Serves as an integral member of the Facilities Services team that actively promotes a collaborative and customer service-oriented mindset while supporting facilities, maintenance systems, and users across the College.
Routinely functions in a fast-paced environment with competing and changing priorities.
Assesses needs and evaluates departmental requests, with the ability to prioritize and complete tasks.
Monitors and performs preventive maintenance tasks.
Completes general repairs to buildings, moves office equipment, replaces light bulbs, hangs items as requested, and performs other general maintenance duties.
Assists with unlocking and locking assigned buildings and ensures the general security of assigned campus assets.
Assists with preparation and cleanup for activities and special events as assigned.
Sets up and dismantles chairs and tables and performs other maintenance duties.
Monitors the facilities ticket request system, including responding to requests and communicating with requestors regarding progress.
Corrects or reports any building deficiencies that may compromise the safety and security of the facility.
Works within established policies and procedures and chooses among processes and work methods most suitable to the situation.
Refers difficult or unusual situations and problems to the Facilities Manager.
Communicates with the Facilities Manager daily regarding project status, as needed.
Assists with requirements and scope development for projects and information gathering.
Complies with all Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requirements for the storage, handling, and disposal of hazardous materials.
Assists in maintaining the College’s compliance with the Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA), Ohio Public Employees Risk Reduction Program (PERRP), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and other applicable regulatory requirements.
Works assigned schedule, exhibits regular and punctual attendance, and works overtime as required to meet workload demands.
May work a flexible schedule in order to respond to unpredictable and emergency situations related to facilities and support systems.
Performs other related duties as required.