Mechanic, Maintenance I

Palm Beach State College•Lake Worth, FL

2d•$18•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing a variety of routine maintenance tasks including general mechanical, electrical, AC, plumbing and carpentry repairs. Maintains and repairs physical structure of buildings and maintains the grounds of the College. Performs preventative maintenance on equipment consistent with equipment recommendations. Assists with set up of campus events and internal building and office relocations to include moving furniture and equipment. Ability to work a fluctuating schedule and rotating weekends.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED with additional training related to the position
One year of related experience
Experience in maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment
Knowledge of: Microsoft Office Professional or similar application
Skilled in: Delivering a high level of customer service
Effective time and task management
Attention to detail
Ability to: Use a variety hand and power tools, machines, and equipment
Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations, and take responsibility for a high level of service
Work a fluctuating schedule, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements: Regular physical attendance required
Valid Florida driver’s license
Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing 20 to 49 pounds
Lift, carry, push, pull, install or remove objects weighing in excess of 50 pounds
Reach and grasp objects
Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl
Stand for extended periods of time
Use of video display terminal
Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills
Identify and distinguish colors and shades of color
Communicate information orally and in writing
Receive and understand information through oral and written communication
Proofread and check documents for accuracy
Work with equipment or perform procedures where carelessness may result in injury
Experience exposure to uncomfortable work environment due to extreme temperature, noise level, and other conditions
Risk for occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens
Operate motor vehicle

Responsibilities

Maintains and repairs physical structure of building and maintain grounds of campus or college.
Keeps department and campus facilities in clean, litter-free, and orderly condition.
Hauls collected debris to onsite refuse collection location.
Patches walls and installs fire extinguishers as required.
Repairs and maintains both door and window hardware to insure proper operation and legal compliance of door and window hardware.
Assists in repairing and maintaining machinery and mechanical equipment for campus or college.
Inspects equipment and machinery for safe operation.
Performs regularly scheduled maintenance on equipment and machinery.
Reports any observed problems to supervisor.
Assists electrician to install and repair electrical wiring, fixture, and equipment.
Replaces defective or obsolete electric light bulbs, fuses, lamps, and fixtures.
Maintains electrical systems and determines malfunctions, repairs, and operates existing electrical appliance and equipment.
Performs minor plumbing and electrical repairs on heating, air conditioning and other mechanical systems as required.
Changes filter in air conditioners.
Cleans clogged drains and toilets and assists in performing other plumbing repairs.
Routinely operates light equipment, vehicles and various attachments including dump truck, bucket trucks, moving vans and other related equipment.
Moves and assists in the moving of furniture and equipment throughout campus, and repairs faulty or damaged equipment as needed.
Maintains and performs in a safe workplace.
Follows established safety practices.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Tuition fee waiver at PBSC
Tuition reimbursement
Degree recognition award
Educational leave
Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution
Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave
Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off
Potential remote or hybrid opportunities
Wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation
Leadership programs
Professional learning workshops
State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans