Job Description
Job Description
Job Summary: The Building Maintenance Specialist is responsible for performing a variety of maintenance, repair, and preventive maintenance tasks to ensure that campus buildings, facilities, equipment, and grounds remain safe, functional, and well-maintained. This position supports daily operations by addressing work orders, conducting inspections, and assisting with repairs involving building systems and infrastructure.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance and repair of campus buildings, classrooms, offices, residence halls, and common areas.
- Conduct preventive maintenance on building systems, equipment, and facilities.
- Troubleshoot and repair issues involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and general building maintenance.
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency service calls.
- Inspect buildings and equipment to identify maintenance needs, safety concerns, and potential hazards.
- Replace lighting fixtures, bulbs, ceiling tiles, filters, and other building components as needed.
- Assist with furniture moves, room setups, and event support activities.
- Maintain building mechanical rooms, storage areas, and maintenance shops in a clean and organized condition.
- Operate hand and power tools, maintenance equipment, and vehicles safely.
- Maintain accurate records of completed work orders, inspections, and maintenance activities.
- Adhere to safety procedures, OSHA regulations, and institutional policies.
- Participate in snow removal, grounds maintenance, and emergency response activities as required.
- Work collaboratively with Facilities Management staff, contractors, faculty, staff, and students.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Required Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Two (2) years of experience in building maintenance, facilities operations, construction, or a related field.
- Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general maintenance practices.
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, operating instructions, manuals, and blueprints.
- Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment safely.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Technical training, trade school certification, or associate degree in a related field.
- Experience working in higher education, healthcare, commercial, or institutional facilities.
- Certifications in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or building maintenance disciplines.
- Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of building systems and preventive maintenance practices.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and respond to changing needs.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with campus constituents.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds with assistance.
- Ability to climb ladders, work from elevated platforms, and access confined spaces.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, reaching, and climbing.
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors under varying weather conditions.
- Ability to respond to emergency situations outside normal work hours when required.
Working Conditions:
- Exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, and varying temperatures.
- May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and during emergency situations.
- Participation in on-call rotation may be required.
Compensation: $20 - $30.00 per hour