Maintenance Specialist

NorthWest Arkansas Community College • Nwacc, AR

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About The Position

The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for maintaining buildings, grounds, and equipment at NorthWest Arkansas Community College. The role makes minor repairs to buildings and facilities, maintains furniture and equipment, performs groundskeeping and vehicle maintenance, handles basic HVAC tasks, cleans floors, and inspects fire-safety features. The position is governed by state and federal laws and agency policy. Additional duties may be assigned to support the goals and objectives of the department and college.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent formal education.
• Two years of experience or training in building construction trades, general building maintenance, or mechanical equipment repair or maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic carpentry, electrical systems, plumbing, and painting.
• Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles and equipment and perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on them.
• Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work.
• Ability to operate and maintain tools and machinery.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing up to 100 pounds, or heavier weights with proper equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods; work in varying weather conditions, including hot, cold, and rainy weather; work in confined spaces and around machines; climb and descend ladders; and operate varied hand and power tools and equipment.
• Mobility to work in and around buildings and facilities and to operate a motor vehicle on surface streets.
• Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person and by telephone or radio.

Responsibilities

• Make minor interior and exterior repairs to buildings and facilities and maintain furniture and equipment using basic plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical skills.
• Mow grass, cut weeds, and gather and remove trash from lawns.
• Maintain vehicles by changing oil and filters, replacing tires, repairing brakes, changing plugs, and performing other repairs; keep vehicle maintenance and repair records.
• Clean and replace air-conditioner filters and perform minor repairs on central heating and air-conditioning systems.
• Mop, wax, and vacuum floors as needed or required.
• Inspect fire doors, fire extinguishers, and exit signs.
• Perform additional duties as necessary to support department and college goals and objectives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED