Maintenance Technician

Overview

Maintenance Technician role at College for Creative Studies
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Division:
Facilities
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Reports to:

Facilities Supervisor
. Status:
Full-Time
, 40 hours per week. FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
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The maintenance technician will assist in all aspects of the Facilities Department.

• Perform painting, patching, touch-ups and carpentry duties.
• Perform minor plumbing and electrical work.
• Receive deliveries.
• Perform snow removal and grounds maintenance on college properties.
• Drive and maintain college vehicles to perform work tasks.
• Assist with irrigation maintenance.
• Basic kitchen equipment repair.
• Operate and maintain basic equipment and hand tools.
• Assist in events set-up and tear-down, move furniture and equipment.
• Assemble and repair modular furniture.
• Assist with on-campus mail delivery function.
• Basic door and lock repairs.
• Assist with basic maintenance of HVAC equipment.
• Basic operation of life safety systems (alarms and fire suppression systems, fire extinguishers).
• Follow established safety procedures and will be trained in use of AED, bleed stop kit and CPR.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• High school education required; some college preferred.
• One to three years of maintenance work experience required; institution or education maintenance experience preferred.
• Skills with computers, building automation, email, Excel, and database entry are highly desired.
• Strong attention to detail; able to work independently.
• Above-average interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and climb ladders.
• Must possess a valid driving license.
• May require occasional overtime and weekend work.
• Reliable, dependable, punctual and good attendance.

This job operates in a professional office and college campus environment. Employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving parts, and vibration. Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions.

Job is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing. Outdoor work may occur in inclement weather or on rooftops. Employee must frequently lift and move items over 50 pounds and have appropriate vision abilities.

The College for Creative Studies (CCS) is a nonprofit, private college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. CCS offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees and is located in midtown Detroit. CCS values diversity and equal opportunity in employment.

• Generous vacation package and paid holidays.
• 403(b) program.
• Robust health care plans:
  Medical, Dental and Vision.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability plans.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational opportunities.
• Free parking.
• Complimentary uniforms.

EEO Statement: The College for Creative Studies is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, height, weight, gender identity, marital or veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

Applicant materials should be submitted in PDF format to hr
. The search will close when a suitable candidate is hired.