General Maintenance/Kitchen and HVAC Assistant Laborer

Description Of Key Responsibilities

• Inspect the exterior and appropriate interior areas of assigned buildings on a regular basis.
• Identify, prioritize and perform or report necessary maintenance activities.
• Promptly report safety and security concerns.
• Maintain regular contact with sources of work assignments to ensure necessary activities are carried out in a timely fashion.
• Promptly report on completion of activities.
• Service, adjust, repair, replace building components, systems and furnishings, based on observed needs, work orders, preventive maintenance schedules, or other sources.
• Service and repair all kitchen/dining equipment including dishwasher.
• Perform preventative maintenance on all refrigeration systems.
• Maintain building access/egress areas (i.e., sidewalks, stairways) in a serviceable condition by removing debris and snow and ice.
• Carry out projects, which involve installations, renovations, remodeling, etc., as directed by supervisor, either individually or as part of a group.
• Carefully coordinate all activities with building users and contractors (i.e., food service, cleaning services) so as to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption to building activities.
• May be assigned to temporarily work at other locations to substitute for personnel not available or to supplement personnel during times of unusually heavy workload.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate in the English language, both orally and in writing, in order to receive assignments and instructions, understand written procedures and cautions, prepare written requests, record work completed, etc.
• Ability to utilize basic mathematical skills necessary for calculating quantities, preparing estimates, etc.
• Ability to accurately interpret drawings and schematics representing electrical, mechanical, architectural and structural systems.
• Ability to safely and effectively transport (which may involve lifting up to 50 pounds) and utilize materials and equipment used in facility servicing and maintenance and to work safely from ladders, scaffolds, and other elevated positions.
• Ability to perform a variety of building maintenance tasks requiring knowledge of and skills in working with electrical and mechanical systems (including HVAC), plumbing, carpentry, masonry and painting projects.
• On occasion, work outdoors in inclement weather and to work other-than-normal and, at times, long hours.
• Ability to carry out work efficiently and in a manner which will minimize interference with building operations.
• Ability to effectively communicate with, and relate positively to, a variety of people representing various building users.
• Ability to quickly grasp knowledge of the College organization and operation so as to contribute positively.
• Ability to use power tools in an appropriate and safe manner.