Maintenance Mechanic

Bellingham Technical College•Bellingham, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Bellingham Technical College is hiring a Maintenance Mechanic I to help maintain safe, functional school facilities and systems. Under general supervision, the position assists journey workers and performs semi-skilled maintenance, repair, remodeling, and construction work on buildings, grounds, facilities, and equipment. Work involves a limited knowledge of trades such as carpentry, electrical work, and painting. Assignments may be performed independently for routine maintenance or under the technical direction of a journey worker. The role may include opening campus for scheduled morning activities, maintaining building and utility systems, monitoring computerized energy management and security systems, repairing equipment and structures, and supporting other trades. The employee may also assist with custodial or grounds tasks, attend technical training, and travel between work locations. This position is on-site for all scheduled work. Two positions are available, with varying schedules to be finalized upon hire.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least one year of full-time experience as a helper in building and equipment maintenance, construction, repair, or equivalent.
Six months of full-time related vocational experience, study, or training, or six months of applicable work experience.
Valid forklift operator’s certificate.
Ability to follow instructions, work independently using judgment or as part of a team, and meet deadlines.
Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in English with a wide variety of individuals.
Ability to follow proper procedures for using cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
Detail-oriented and thorough.
Ability to operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
Ability to keep the school clean and orderly.
Ability to interact professionally, politely, and courteously with staff, students, parents, and visitors.
Ability to pass training and obtain certifications for a variety of equipment as requested.
Excellent time-management skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Ability to travel between locations as part of regular job assignments.
Ability to use personal protective equipment and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods and to bend, shovel, pull, push, carry, stoop, climb, and reach.
Sufficient visual and manual dexterity to safely and effectively perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Must successfully complete a job-related background check in accordance with Washington State law.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in a related position.
High school diploma or GED certificate and vocational or technical training in an applicable trade.

Responsibilities

Open the campus in the mornings for scheduled activities.
Assist with the maintenance, operation, and repair of electrical, mechanical, and structural systems in buildings, grounds, and utility distribution.
Assist journey trades workers with carpentry, painting, plastering, plumbing, steam-fitting, mechanical or electrical work, refrigeration maintenance, machinist trades, and related duties.
Assist in fabricating equipment and materials in trades shops according to project requirements.
Operate and maintain power tools, equipment, automotive equipment, and forklifts for service, transportation, and material handling.
Monitor computerized systems, including the Energy Management System and Security System.
Perform routine building maintenance and repair structural damage, including windows, doors, and walls.
Survey buildings and repair mechanical systems to support compliance with health and safety standards.
Maintain electrical systems, including replacing light bulbs and sockets and cleaning and repairing components.
Assist with setup and repair of ventilation, refrigeration, and other systems.
Maintain heating and plumbing systems and inspect fire and protection alarm systems, scheduling repairs when needed.
Troubleshoot and perform manual repairs, including locks and door hardware.
Perform general upkeep, including painting and carpentry.
Troubleshoot and repair low-voltage alarm panels and wiring.
Communicate with groups using portable radios, campus cell phones, telephones, logbooks, journals, and email.
Occasionally perform emergency custodial tasks, assist custodians with setups and special activities, and help with grounds activities such as snow removal or emergency spill cleanup.
Attend technical training courses as appropriate.
Travel between locations as part of regular job assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

8 hours of sick leave per month.
11 hours of vacation leave per month at the start.
24 hours of personal leave.
12 paid state/college holidays per calendar year.
Vacation and personal leave become available after successful completion of a 90-actual-days-worked probationary period.
Vacation is eligible for cash-out at the end of the assignment.
Washington State insurance package with a choice of six medical options, three dental plan options, and three vision plan options.
Life insurance.
Long-term disability coverage.
Retirement benefits through a choice of PERS Plan 2 or PERS Plan 3.
Two voluntary, unmatched investment programs: TIAA (403b) and State Deferred Compensation (457) plan.
Optional Medical Flexible Spending plan, Limited Purpose Flexible Spending plan, Health Savings Account, and Dependent Care Assistance.
Discounts for automobile and homeowner insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Up to 21 days of military leave.
Up to 5 days of paid bereavement leave.
Paid civil/jury duty.
Ability to participate in a shared leave program.
Up to 2 days of unpaid holiday for reasons of faith or conscience.
Washington State and BTC Tuition Waiver programs.