Maintenance Worker

CHESS • Farmington, NM

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for participating in the maintenance of college buildings, facilities, and equipment. The work consists of related maintenance duties. Inclement weather and the necessity of performing tasks in the presence of students, faculty, and staff contribute to the complexity of the position. The purpose of this position is to assist in the maintenance of the college campus. Success in this position contributes to the provision of a safe and well-maintained environment for college operations.

Requirements

• Knowledge of general building maintenance principles and practices.
• Knowledge of building and safety codes.
• Knowledge of roof repair and maintenance principles.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.
• Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
• Skill in the completion of basic carpentry repairs.
• Skill in stucco repair.
• Skill in communicating with others.
• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/ internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of New Mexico for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Responsibilities

• Repairs, maintains and makes alterations to facilities, furniture and equipment.
• Replaces lighting bulbs, ballasts, and switches.
• Plans and executes the moving of furniture and equipment; installs and reconfigures modular furniture.
• Replaces ceiling tiles and grid.
• Installs and repairs campus signage.
• Operates equipment such as a loader, forklift or backhoe.
• Repairs roofs.
• Installs luminaries for annual display.
• Provides traffic control for major events.
• Oversees work performed by temporary help and service support contractors.
• Performs related duties.

What This Job Offers

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