Maintenance Technician, Islander Housing

About the role

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. The university employs over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs) and offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from system-wide resources, increased visibility, and collaboration opportunities. The Maintenance Technician for Islander Housing performs repairs and maintenance on university housing facilities, including residence halls and apartment-style living units, working under the direction of the Facilities Director to ensure facilities remain in good condition. The role is split 90% administrative/preventative maintenance and 10% other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform regular preventative maintenance and repairs on residential facilities, including electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC, and other systems.
• Respond to resident requests for maintenance or repairs in a timely and efficient manner.
• Use ladders and small lifts.
• Conduct regular inspections of residential units to identify and address potential maintenance issues before they become larger problems.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repair work completed.
• Work with contractors and vendors as needed to complete larger maintenance projects.
• Operate a TAMUCC vehicle and/or golf cart to navigate to and from worksites.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of related experience in building maintenance.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, and other building systems.
• Valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Additional education or training in maintenance or construction fields preferred.
• Previous experience in building maintenance in a university or other large residential setting is preferred.

Skills

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact professionally with residents, staff, and contractors.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work on-call and after hours as needed.
• Must be able to