Property Maintenance Technician I

Job Description

Job Description

PURPOSE :

Property Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level position responsible for supporting general maintenance tasks with a focus on construction-related duties. This role involves assisting with the upkeep of university buildings and facilities, including performing basic repairs, handling routine maintenance, and assisting with construction projects such as carpentry, drywall, painting, and other building improvement tasks. The technician will work closely with senior maintenance staff and construction teams to ensure campus properties are in good working condition.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

• Assist with basic repairs and maintenance of building systems, including plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and mechanical components.
• Perform minor construction tasks such as carpentry (e.g., repairing doors, installing shelves), drywall patching, painting, and floor repairs.
• Assist in setting up, maintaining, and repairing campus infrastructure and facilities, including performing light construction-related work.
• Respond to work orders for general repairs and maintenance tasks, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Help with routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance or construction needs.
• Collaborate with other maintenance staff and construction teams on larger renovation or construction projects.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of tools and equipment used for construction and maintenance tasks.
• Maintain accurate records of completed tasks, including repairs, maintenance, and construction activities.
• Follow safety guidelines and building codes to ensure the safety of work performed and compliance with university policies.
• Perform general grounds maintenance, including helping with outdoor repairs, landscaping, and facility upkeep when needed.

QUALIFICATIONS :

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations :

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of Lincoln University. Since no job description can detail all the duties and responsibilities that may be required from time to time in the performance of a job, duties and responsibilities that may be inherent in a job, reasonably required for its performance, or required due to the changing nature of the job shall also be considered part of the jobholder's responsibility.