Job Summary

Owensboro Community and Technical College is seeking to hire a Maintenance & Operations Technician who reports to the Maintenance and Operations Supervisor. This position will troubleshoot and perform corrective and preventative maintenance on all utility systems utilizing specialized equipment.

Job Duties:

• Utilize equipment to repair and maintain standard machinery, equipment, and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation.
• Perform routine and general facility inspections, safety checks, and monitor cleanliness.
• Assist other technicians with repair work, including plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical circuits, motor controls, painting, metal work, and/or welding.
• Receive, inspect, inventory, and distribute deliveries to appropriate entities under general supervision.
• Participate with planning/development of institutional objectives and goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma and three (3) years of related work experience.
• Experience with landscaping equipment including mowers, weed eaters, and chainsaw.
• Valid driver’s license
 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree and vocational certificate(s) and five (5) years of related work.
• Forklift, aerial lift, and tractor experience are preferred, but training can be provided.

Additional Skills Requested:

• Able to climb ladders up to 20 ft.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. unassisted
• Ability to solve problems or highlight areas of concerns/problems and put forth solutions to supervisor.
• Good communication skills to interact with campus contacts, vendors, and external contacts.

Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act

Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution.