Maintenance Associate

Title: Maintenance Associate

Institution: Volunteer State Community College

Job Summary:

To perform a variety of skilled maintenance tasks and repairs to ensure a smoothly run campus and learning environment.

Job Duties:

Assist with electrical troubleshooting, wiring installation, switching devices, outlets, fixtures, motors, and other similar equipment. Perform plumbing to include assembling, installing, repairing; pipes, fittings, and fixtures of heating, water, and sewer systems, opening clogged drains. Perform carpenter duties which include the alteration, repair, and maintenance of buildings, floors, roofs, stairways, partitions, doors, windows, scaffolding forms, wood fixtures and furniture. Maintain tools in a clean and working condition and observe safety procedures when using tools. Responsible for recycling of metal for the campus. Assist with daily exterior waste receptacles across campus. Assist with grounds maintenance, deliveries, and inventories. Serve as back up shipping and receiving clerk when needed. Preform preventative maintenance on college fleet. Responsible for refueling, washing, and general maintenance of fleet. Other duties as assigned. 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One year of related experience.
Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with driving a fork truck and or a tractor, small engine trouble shooting, or landscaping sprinkler repair.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to self-manage and prioritize tasks. Must be able to adapt and change direction based on the needs of the college.
Knowledge of carpentry tools, electrical, plumbing, and other maintenance practices.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Pay Rate: $34,736 - $41,684 annual salary depending on experience

Volunteer State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:

• Insurance:  Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HSA
• Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in Health)
• Educational Assistance:  Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Longevity Pay
• Retirement Options:  State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401K with up to $50/month match, 403b, and 457
• 14 Paid Holidays/Year
• Annual Leave (if applicable)
• Sick Leave
• Sick Leave Bank
• State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.

Applicants may be subject to a background check.