Position Statement

The Handy Man is responsible for maintaining campus facilities and equipment. Activities include performing and recording routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, and emergency repairs as required in the general maintenance areas related to carpentry, painting, flooring, electrical and heating and air conditioning system. All work must be done in compliance with EPA, Hazmat and OSHA safety rules and regulations. The Handy Man also is responsible for assessing and identifying required changes in existing facilities or their usage.

Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 11am 2pm

Job Responsibilities

Maintenance and Repair of Facilities and Equipment

Inspect building components and equipment according to prescribed schedules and instructions

Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on building operations and equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, manufacturers specifications, preventive maintenance schedules, and/or supervisors instructions. Maintenance to include but not limited to:

Plumbing repairs (such as unclogging drains in sanitary and outdoor drainage systems, replacement of leaky washers, etc.)

Door and windows repairs

Office equipment repairs (including dissembling/assembling machines, equipment, or furniture for servicing, repair, or replacement of parts)

Surface repairs (washing, brushing, sanding, scraping, spackling, etc.)

Painting

Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies

Perform general utility and ground servicing functions, including:

Cleaning activities, such as dusting, mopping, trash removal, etc.

Constructing of equipment, or furniture

Hanging shelves, bulletin boards, shades, etc.

Installing floor or ceiling tiles, doorknobs, switches, locks, etc.

Removing snow and ice from assigned areas using hand and power snow removal equipment

Spreading salt, sand, and deicers to prevent slipping

Checking control panels and electrical wiring to identify issues

Operate and maintain hand and power tools including, but not limited to, pneumatic tools, electric drills, band saw, stationary and portable sanders, etc.

Conduct minor renovation projects

Collaborate with a team of workers and other professionals during renovations and facility expansions, including (i) overseeing contractors and (ii) assisting in the construction and/or alteration of demo walls, ceilings and clean up areas

Perform inventory tagging

Report and document unsafe conditions in buildings and equipment, and arrange immediate repairs

Complete reports reflecting status of assigned maintenance projects

Respond to emergency situations and follow safety protocol

Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Preferred Qualifications/Competencies

Proven experience as a maintenance worker or other similar position, preferably in a corporate setting

Basic working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems

Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches

Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts

Ability to read and utilize technical manuals and drawings and check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary

Ability to lift items weighing 75 pounds or more unassisted

Ability to work in, on, around, over and under fixed equipment or machinery; to work at heights up to 35 feet; to manipulate heavy equipment, tools, supplies and/or exert force up to 75 pounds; to work in confined spaces and adverse weather or temperature conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment

Physical stamina and dexterity

Able to work well with minimal supervision

Ability to prioritize tasks and follow specified procedures

Professional presentation and attitude

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