• 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. 
• Perform repairs and/or installation of facilities systems. 
• Provide input to facilities operational budget.
• Establish and carry out a preventive maintenance program.
• Provide directions to helpers and less qualified.
• 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.

• Performs skilled maintenance tasks including electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and masonry as needed.
• Makes on-site inspections of jobs to determine what materials and supplies were actually 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. Custodial/Janitorial work as needed.

Salary is in accordance with Tennessee Board of Regents guidelines and the TCAT Northwest Compensation Plan. Background checks are conducted on all full-time and part-time employees prior to hiring.

Applications may be obtained on the college website: Jobs and Employment | TCAT Northwest To apply, submit a cover letter, updated resume, and completed employment application to:

Current federal law requires identification and employment eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal and/or financial background check will be required for the applicant selected.

TCAT Northwest 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 nondiscrimination policies: Erika Smith, TCAT Northwest, 340 Washington Street, Newbern, TN 38059, 731-627-2511, karita.orr@tcatnorthwest.edu.