Maintenance Worker II (Ridgecrest)

Kern Community College District•Ridgecrest, CA

About The Position

Under the direction of an assigned supervisor, perform a wide variety of semi-skilled to skilled work and lead in the maintenance and repair of buildings and facilities at an assigned district site. Duties include routine plumbing repair, pool maintenance, HVAC, carpentry, painting, locksmith, and electrical work; operating hand and power tools; and assisting with other maintenance functions. This is the semi-skilled journey-level class in the Maintenance Worker series, distinguished by its level of responsibility and complexity of assigned duties.

Requirements

High school graduation and four years of increasingly responsible building maintenance experience, or an equivalent combination.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California driver's license.
Satisfactory completion of a pre-employment physical assessment.
Satisfactory completion of pre-employment drug testing.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and materials used in building and equipment repair and maintenance; basic heating and air-conditioning principles; plumbing system maintenance and repair; shop math applicable to building trades; health and safety regulations; communication; proper storage of equipment and supplies; basic record keeping; applicable building codes, ordinances, fire regulations, and safety precautions; hand and power tool operation; facility maintenance requirements; interpersonal skills; and computer terminal operation.
Ability to perform semi-skilled building maintenance and repair and assist skilled personnel; safely operate vehicles, power equipment, and hand tools; apply and explain applicable codes and safety precautions; work from blueprints, shop drawings, and sketches; communicate orally and in writing; cooperate with others; follow oral and written instructions; maintain routine work records; and operate a computer terminal.
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Responsibilities

Perform routine, semi-skilled, and skilled maintenance, repair, and alteration of district buildings and facilities.
Maintain computerized records related to work performed.
Perform and assist with plumbing work, including cutting, threading, and assembling pipe, and repair plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning fixtures.
Inspect, service, maintain, and repair HVAC equipment, including air compressors and water boilers; perform preventive maintenance such as replacing belts and filters.
Construct, rebuild, and repair district equipment and facilities, including wood and metal structures, equipment, and furniture; frame and install walls, partitions, doorways, and windows; cut glass and mirrors.
Install and repair carpeting and other floor coverings; hang draperies; assemble and repair office furniture; move furniture and equipment.
Repair, adjust, and change keyed and combination locks; install locks and hardware; repair and re-key lock cylinders.
Perform painting work, create paint schedules, prepare surfaces, paint, and install, remove, repair, or replace drywall and apply texture.
Assist in diagnosing electrical needs and problems, and perform electrical maintenance, repair, installation, and alteration of equipment and wiring systems.
Operate hand and power tools and heavy equipment, including an electric saw, planer, drill press, hand drill, grinder, drain auger, welder, rollers, spray equipment, table saw, compressor, dump truck, backhoe, and forklift.
Drive to locations to pick up and deliver supplies, materials, and equipment and perform maintenance work; load and unload trucks.
Inspect and monitor the fire sprinkler system.
Assist in maintaining the natural gas system.
Respond to emergency service requests.
Perform related duties as assigned.