Northwood Technical College-posted about 15 hours ago
Full-time • Mid Level
Onsite • Superior, WI

Northwood Technical College is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Maintenance Specialist at the Superior Campus. Under the direction and supervision of the Facility Maintenance Manager , the Maintenance Specialist performs a variety of tasks required to maintain a clean and safe campus environment. The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for building operations , building/equipment/vehicle repair s , troubleshooting and repair operational systems and equipment .

  • Actively embody and promote Northwood Tech’s Values: Collaboration – Value relationships that enhance learning and promote economic development. Innovation – Embrace the latest theories and technologies to support student and community success. Excellence – Prioritize high quality education, services, and continuous improvement in a dynamic learning environment. Community – Value our deep connections to our communities by working together to provide solutions through student success. Support – Empower individuals by supporting their success with quality experiences and services designed to meet their needs. Integrity – Uphold honesty and accountability in a diverse, open, and ethical learning and working environment. Respect – Value each individual and approach all interactions mindfully, with civility, empathy, and openness to new and differing ideas.
  • Inspect buildings, equipment, and machinery for signs of wear or damage.
  • Identify, report, diagnose, and repair mechanical problems, malfunctions, or safety hazards.
  • Perform preventative maintenance on buildings, equipment, and machinery.
  • Make repairs to furniture, cleaning equipment and changes to facilities, including minor carpentry.
  • Properly remove/transport equipment and furniture, etc., to storage facilities as needed
  • Facility Repairs:
  • Move walls
  • Painting/refinishing
  • Recovering floors
  • Installing/removing doors, locks, windows, etc.
  • Replace flooring
  • Complete minor electrical/plumbing repairs
  • Recognize and properly apply safety procedures relating to job duties
  • Rectify safety hazards
  • Utilize proper safety procedures
  • Report safety hazards on equipment or facilities to supervisor
  • Utilize appropriate technology for communication purposes (email, voicemail, e-time, office communicator, Akita Box).
  • Perform facility security duties in accordance with established procedures including weekend and holiday building checks.
  • Secure all doors and windows
  • Test and set entrance alarms
  • Test fire/freeze alarms
  • Test and set motion detector equipment
  • De-alarm and open facilities and classrooms as per written/verbal instructions
  • Complete records
  • Perform grounds keeping duties
  • Mow lawn
  • Properly remove snow
  • Properly remove litter from grounds
  • Assist in landscaping, i.e., trees, shrubs, flowers, and hedges
  • Properly apply chemicals, i.e., fertilizers, pest controls, herbicides
  • Sweep lots for outdoor trainings
  • Perform shipping/receiving duties as necessary
  • Unload, distribute or store in proper location, utilizing a forklift as needed
  • Complete, sign, route paperwork to proper authority or supervisor
  • Maintain inventory of consumables
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and customers.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude
  • Demonstrate good human relations skills in dealing with internal and external customers
  • Work cooperatively with peers
  • Project appropriate image in accordance with dress guidelines
  • Assist in the development and maintenance of a preventative maintenance program.
  • Identify, report, and take action to solve mechanical problems, malfunctions, or safety hazards.
  • Properly maintain, repair, adjust and operate equipment.
  • Motors
  • Pumps
  • Vehicles
  • Snow plowing equipment
  • Lawn and yard equipment
  • Air handling units
  • Boilers and heating units
  • Electrical and pneumatic control systems
  • Lighting systems
  • Security systems
  • Any other equipment affecting facilities and classroom instruction, determined by administration and supervisor.
  • Program and operate computerized operational systems related to facility/energy management, including troubleshooting of systems.
  • Comply with college guidelines, policies, and procedures in performance of job duties (i.e., forklift training, Bloodborne Pathogens, Hazardous Materials)
  • Other duties as assigned.
  • Combination of related education and/or work experience totaling three years
  • Post-secondary training or work experience in facilities and equipment maintenance and repair
  • Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds; bend, twist, stoop, and climb ladders on a repetitive basis
  • Ability to understand technical specifications, blueprints, and manuals
  • Ability to understand automatic controls, including testing and monitoring
  • Knowledge and skill in trouble-shooting facilities maintenance operations and installation/repair of the following systems:
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing
  • Mechanical
  • HVAC/R
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective team relationships and provide excellent customer service
  • Ability to obtain driver’s license and insurance coverage in accordance with College policy
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Long Term/Short Term Disability
  • Life Insurance
  • Wisconsin Retirement System
  • 403(b)/457(b) Retirement Savings
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Leave
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