Job Description

Posting number: 202500093

Department: Finance, Operations & Auxiliary Services

Division: Facilities

Job classification: Maintenance I

Posting type: External

Categories: Building & Safety, Building Maintenance, Education, Miscellaneous, Grounds & Landscaping, Higher Education, Education, Training & Library

If you are considering a new job, work environment or career opportunities you should look at Mercer County Community College. MCCC is a publicly supported college that is open to all and dedicated to student success. In order to support that mission Mercer seeks to attract, retain, and support a skilled diverse workforce which is our most valuable resource. We thrive on and are proud of our diversity and open access. Our students and employees find the College large enough for a multitude of offerings yet small enough to keep the “Community” feel for all. The College consists of two campuses, the James Kerney Campus (JKC) in the capital city of Trenton, NJ and a larger 292 acre suburban campus just six miles north of Trenton. As part of the comprehensive and valuable benefits package the College offers credit course tuition waivers for employees, spouses and dependents. This allows for employees and their families to take advantage of earning a higher education degree without the high cost. The College offers students 69 Degree Program Options and 35 Credit Certificates from which to choose.

Please note that assigned tasks and responsibilities span both campuses for all MCCC positions.

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics. This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

• Plans layouts, installs, and repairs machinery, fixtures and overall facilities by performing the necessary duties as assigned.
• Accepts, completes and remains accountable for written orders from Work Order Management System.
• Achieves and maintains proficiency and general aptitude in craft areas as assigned. (ie: painting, door and lock assemblies, carpentry, plumbing etc.).
• Provides innovative solutions where necessary to complete directives and work orders as assigned.
• Maintains proficiency and abilities to operate equipment and service vehicles including plows, salt spreaders, fork/lift trucks, booms and other equipment related to maintenance of construction, maintenance, grounds and snow removal as assigned.
• Uses advanced equipment and maintains advanced proficiency on system and equip operations to perform assigned work efficiently. Immediately reports and provides suggested course(s) of action on malfunctions, the need for upgrades, improvements and process / procedural issues to supervisor.
• Regularly seeks out and provides written requests for professional development and continuation of certifications and licenses. Regularly requests permission to attend work related seminars and training.
• Handles simple and intermediate duties and assignments given/issued and provides efficient and effective remedies or solutions to related work-place challenges and tasks.
• ·Assists other work teams and Departments with moving, relocating and repairs of furniture and facilities.
• Responsible for intermediate level maintenance and repair work in College buildings at all locations as assigned.
• Safeguards equipment and remains accountable to prevent theft and/or deterioration when not in use.
• Assists fellow employees in completing work-related duties as assigned.

Examples of duties

• HS/GED
• 1 - 3 years experience
• Knowledge and experience in grounds, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and other trades
• Valid Class I drivers license

Qualifications

• Vo-Tech Training, Trade School or Associates Degree
• OSHA Certification

Supplemental information

The successful candidate should demonstrate the following competencies:

Adaptability Maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work tasks or the work environment; adjusting effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements, or cultures.

Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

Customer Focus Making customers and their needs a primary focus of one’s actions; developing and sustaining productive customer relationships.

Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

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Mercer County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, religion, age, disability, handicap or other legally protected status in its provision of employment, education, and activities, or other services. Mercer County Community College is an EEO/AAP Employer/Protected Veteran/Disabled.

Disclaimer: This job description outlines the general nature and key features performed by various positions that share the same job classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of all employees assigned to the job. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or re-assign duties to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodations or other business reasons.