Facilities Technician I

About the role

The Facilities Technician I provides quality maintenance and operational support to all persons and departments of MBKU. The role emphasizes a service-oriented approach to maintenance and operations, ensuring timely responses while maintaining professionalism in appearance, conduct, and attitude. Each person and department is viewed as a valued customer, with a commitment to delivering the best service possible.

Responsibilities

• Act as a primary contact for building issues (climate control, odors, smoke, spills, damage, emergencies, and repairs).
• Coordinate, monitor, and work closely with outside contractors or vendors to ensure work is completed according to MBKU standards and specifications.
• Act as a project coordinator for projects including large-scale repair and new facility construction.
• Monitor and replace light bulbs as needed; perform light/minor electrical repairs.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs as necessary.
• Coordinate and assist with departmental and employee moves.
• Monitor grounds maintenance and request additional services as necessary.
• Hang pictures, shelving, signs, and other items as needed.
• Dismantle and install furniture; make adjustments to desks, chairs, shelves, lockers, and file cabinets.
• Move and relocate furniture as required.
• Transport goods and/or equipment as assigned.
• Inspect and clean roofs of debris and report potential issues; coordinate roofers for repairs.
• Perform minor locking systems repairs on doors, file cabinets, lockers, and other fixtures.
• Monitor and report HVAC issues as appropriate.
• Act as primary laborer for event set-ups and tear-downs, including loading/delivering chairs and tables.
• Monitor inventory levels of supplies, parts, and equipment, and replenish as necessary.
• Check and repair/report vehicle maintenance issues and arrange for repairs.
• Respond to public inquiries courteously, provide accurate information, and resolve complaints efficiently.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas.
• Operate a variety of machinery/equipment (e.g., hand/power tools, blowers, mowers, saws, buffers).
• Check fire alarm systems and coordinate repairs as necessary.
• Respond to fire, security, water, building, and other facilities emergencies calmly and collectedly.
• Perform additional work as required or requested by the Supervisor or Associate Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least two years of related job experience in a maintenance or facilities environment.
• Knowledge of methods and principles of general building maintenance.
• Understanding of principles of carpentry, plumbing, painting, electrical work, and HVAC systems.
• Familiarity with principles and practices of contract administration and project management.

Skills

• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Clear and concise communication in writing and speaking using English; Spanish is a plus.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions in English.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to schedule preventative maintenance services.
• Safe and effective operation of a variety of hand and power tools/equipment.
• Collaboration with other departments to ensure safe and timely completion of duties.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and plans.
• Monitoring and evaluating the work of contractors.
• Establishing and maintaining professional working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public.
• Strong interpersonal and technical skills for a team environment.
• Prioritizing work and requests to maximize efficiency.
• Working under pressure and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license with a good driving record that meets University policy requirements for operating a motor vehicle.
• Willingness to work overtime, including nights and weekends, and be accessible during off-hours in case of emergencies.

About the University

Located on a beautiful, seven-acre campus in Fullerton, California, MBKU is an independent, private, non-profit, accredited educational institution. MBKU is home to the Southern California College of Optometry, the School of PA Studies, College of Pharmacy, and the Doctor of Medical Science Program (DMSc). The university owns and operates three health care centers at its clinical teaching facility, Ketchum Health, providing a vision center and PA medical clinic in Orange County and a second vision center in Los Angeles.

Founded in 1904 by Marshall B. Ketchum, MD, MBKU has a long tradition of excellence in healthcare education. Originally the Los Angeles School of Ophthalmology and Optometry, the institution moved to Fullerton in the early 1970s and was renamed Southern California College of Optometry. Today, MBKU continues to expand, offering programs in optometry, physician assistant studies, pharmacy, and a fully-online Doctor of Medical Science (DMSc) program.

MBKU is a leader in interprofessional healthcare education, fostering collaboration among OD, PA, PharmD, and DMSc students through group discussions, community service, and clinical experiences. The university is committed to educating caring, inspired health care professionals prepared to deliver patient-centered care in an interprofessional environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and life insurance.
• Free vision exams.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous paid time off plans.
• University-sponsored retirement plan.