The Maintenance Technician supports the overall upkeep, repair, and operation of campus facilities and grounds. This position performs a variety of general maintenance duties, assists skilled trades staff as needed, and helps ensure campus spaces remain safe, functional, and well maintained. The role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a strong commitment to customer service and safety.
- Receives written and oral work assignments from Supervisor and obtains necessary tools and supplies from the maintenance shop.
- Performs minor repairs to building fixtures such as minor plumbing and electrical repairs, lightbulb changes and light carpentry as required.
- Performs HVAC air filters changes, lubrication and belt changes as directed by Supervisor.
- Cleans up work area when done.
- Notifies Director/Assistant Superintendent of repair supplies and materials needs.
- Moves furniture, or other college-related property as needed.
- Performs other maintenance, custodial and grounds functions as assigned.
- May be designated to specialize in such functions as Pool Operator responsible for maintaining chemical levels and checking automatic settings.
- May assist tradespersons where assistance is needed.
- Performs other college-related duties as required by the Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Supervisor, Assistant Director of Facilities, and the Executive Director of Facilities.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to comprehend oral and written instructions
- Willingness to wear personal protective equipment as needed and to practice safety precautions appropriately
- Satisfactory work record and attendance
- Valid State driver’s license and the ability to operate college vehicles
CHARACTERISTICS PREFERRED:
- Prior experience or aptitude for mechanical work acquired from on the job training or vocational school
- People skills and basic computer skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Very heavy work: exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or an excess of 50 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, and repetitive motions.
Flagler College is a private liberal arts college located in St. Augustine, Florida. Founded in 1968, our mission is to enrich lives by creating a thoughtful, personalized experience in a supportive educational community.
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