POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Title: Facilities Support Associate 7

Classification: Non-Exempt – Full-time

Direct supervision received from: Facilities Coordinator

Functional supervision received from: TCATN President                                                                                                        

Office Location(s): 100 White Bridge Pike; Nashville, TN 37209

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

FUNCTION OF THE JOB:

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology Nashville is accepting applications for full-time Facilities Support Associate 7. Education is equivalent to graduation from a standard high school. Experience in a variety of construction and maintenance work with strong emphasis on electrical and plumbing. Possess in-depth knowledge of one or more trade areas represented by certification or licensure. Experience including previous leadership responsibilities. Two years of full–time maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial setting required.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs skilled maintenance tasks including HVAC/R, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry as needed.
• Read blueprints and specifications to estimate the materials and supplies that will be required to complete a job.
• Make on-site inspections of jobs to determine what materials and supplies were used as well as inspecting quality of work.
• Orders materials and supplies as needed for various jobs.
• Confers with higher-level supervisor concerning problems with work assignment or personnel.
• Performs other work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two years of full–time maintenance experience in an industrial/commercial setting required.
• Possess in-depth knowledge of one or more trade areas represented by certification or licensure.  
• Knowledge of the materials, methods and principles used in a variety of construction and maintenance jobs and projects.
• Knowledge of accepted construction methods to determine the cost of a particular job.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of supervision.
• Perform repairs and/or installation of facilities systems.
• Provide input to facilities operational budget.
• Establish and carry out preventive maintenance program.
• Maintain licensure and certifications.
• Serves as the on-premises authority in area of technical specialty.
• Ability to assign, supervise, and inspect the work of others.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions.
• Ability to express ideas clearly, concisely and convincingly.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other employees.

SALARY: $53,109 - $63,731 Commensurate with education and experience

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately, and applications will be accepted until position is filled.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants are subject to a background check.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Interested individuals should submit a cover letter, résumé and TCAT Nashville application at careers.tbr.edu/jobs

TBR does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a covered veteran, or genetic information in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Melanie Buchanan, Vice President, melanie.buchanan@tcatnashville.edu, 615-425-5570.

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