Maintenance Assistant

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Southeast Arkansas College - Pine Bluff, AR 71603Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High SchoolTravel Percentage: Up to 25%Job Shift: DayJob Category: FacilitiesJob Summary: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for supporting the Maintenance Supervisor in the upkeep of SEARK College buildings and infrastructure.  This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy. Job Duties: Performs grounds maintenance by mowing, edging, weeding, and trimming lawns and bushes, planting trees, and sodding yards. Collects and removes trash from the lawn. Operates light to medium lawn equipment. Assists with work orders for special events and exhibits. Inspects tools and equipment. Performs minor equipment and vehicle repairs. Maintains equipment by oiling, greasing, sharpening blades, and performing other minor repairs and services vehicles which includes: filling with gas, changing oil, tune-ups, and washing. Assists with minor electrical, HVAC, and plumbing repairs, remodeling of buildings Locate inventory items for inventory control Performs minor carpentry duties such as hanging ceilings, replacing walls, and other carpentry duties. Performs other duties as assigned Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills: Knowledge of methods and practices in skilled and unskilled trades. Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on various types of grounds keeping tools and equipment. Ability to receive, assign, and coordinate work activities. QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma Valid driver's license Two years of experience/on-the-job training, performing grounds keeping and/or the maintenance of lawn-care equipment.   OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge and experience with electricity, plumbing, and carpentry. Basic working knowledge of HVAC. Benefits: Southeast Arkansas College provides 11 holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 12 days of annual vacation leave each year. The College offers a choice of retirement plan options with employer contributions ranging from 10% to 15.32% depending upon the plan selected. The College also provides a tuition waiver for the employee and dependents. Application Deadline:  Interviews to begin as soon as possible.  Applications submitted after the deadline may not be considered. Application Procedure: All candidates must apply online at https://www.seark.edu/careers.  Click 'Start Application' to complete the online application.  Interested individuals should submit a completed Southeast Arkansas College Employment Application.  Please note:  All transcripts, certifications, and other credentials should be uploaded with your Resume and Cover Letter.  Paper documents will not be accepted. Required Applicant Documents: Cover Letter Resume Certifications, licensures, or other credentials (Please note:  Official copies will be required upon offer of employment.)