Facilities Technician

Job Description

Make lives meaningful through making.

Who We Are

Penland School of Craft is an international center for craft education offering residential workshops, residencies, community education programs, and exhibitions. Located on 420 acres in the NC Mountains, Penland has 16 teaching studios and 60 historic and contemporary buildings. We are an equal-opportunity employer with a staff of 50+. Penland operates with a $54 million endowment and an annual operating budget of $8.4 million. We are located about an hour northeast of Asheville, NC.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Penland School of Craft welcomes everyone and believes that equity, inclusion, diversity, and antiracism are essential to our mission. We want the Penland experience to benefit from varied ideas, world views, and personal experiences. We stand against all forms of discrimination and are committed to creating an environment grounded in our equity values.

Black, Indigenous, Latine, Asian, and other people who identify as people of color or BIPOC individuals are encouraged to apply, as are people holding other marginalized identities related to gender, sexual orientation, ability, and class background.

Facilities Technician

Reports to: Facilities Manager

Department: Facilities & Grounds

Supervision: None

Employment Status: Full-time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Start date: TBD

Last Updated: May 6, 2024

Position Summary

The Facilities Technician performs maintenance tasks related to major and minor facility construction and repair, water system and utilities repair, school vehicle and equipment operation, maintenance, and program and special event needs. The position is full-time, benefits-eligible, hourly, and reports to the Facilities Manager.

Primary Responsibilities

Works closely with the Penland Facilities and Grounds team to ensure smooth and safe daily and strategic operations of the school campus and grounds

Completes various operational work orders via a work order management system

Performs all types of maintenance-related tasks as directed, including, but not limited to, plumbing, minor electrical, HVAC, and carpentry

Assists facilities & grounds employees as directed

Maintains inventories of light bulbs, plumbing supplies, electrical supplies, and other facilities-related items

Participates in the on-call team rotation for the weekend and after-hour emergencies

Helps to maintain and operate the school's water system

Attends regularly scheduled meetings as directed

Is proactive in identifying and recommending action for facilities issues related to people's safety, health, and welfare within the Penland community. These issues include but are not limited to fire hazards, tripping potentials, unsafe work areas, and visibility restrictions

Identifies and recommends action on grounds issues related to erosion, water retention, drainage problems, accessibility, vegetative habitat management, and any unsafe conditions

Supports general campus needs relating to special events and other activities of the campus

Supports the inspection and maintenance of life safety systems within the housing and administrative buildings

Assists the Facilities Manager with the following:

Serves as the field coordinator with subcontractors as requested

Assists in the maintenance of campus-wide buildings and utilities

Performs cost analysis for in-house work, including material cost sheets and labor estimation

Updates manager and team on project progress and concerns daily or as requested

Assists with the annual Fourth of July pyrotechnics display

Assists with winter snow removal from sidewalks and parking areas

Assists with processing of hazardous waste

Serves as essential staff during emergencies

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Experience in general facility maintenance and general equipment repair required

Must be self-motivated, can manage a varied workload, and be able to assess needs, set priorities, and solve problems

Must be able to function as part of a team

Considerable knowledge of standard practices in the maintenance field is required in addition to general knowledge of building trades, i.e., carpentry, mechanical, electrical, drywall, roofing, and painting preferred

Must possess knowledge of hand tools and power machinery skills

Possess knowledge of safe operating procedures for heavy equipment, including tractor with backhoe and forklift, and a North Carolina Pyrotechnic Assistant license or ability to obtain within one year preferred

Prior experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair preferred

Must have a demonstrated ability to organize and schedule preventive and routine maintenance tasks

Ability to effectively communicate in oral and written communications and strong interpersonal skills are required

Experience with Microsoft (Word, Excel) and Google Suite products preferred

Certification in first aid and CPR preferred - We offer first aid and CPR annually to this position

Must have a valid driver's license and clear motor vehicle screening

Must have a good sense of humor and a hands-on philosophy.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to sit and work at a computer. The employee is frequently required to use tools or controls and speak fluently and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and to walk. The employee must regularly lift and/or move objects weighing significantly more than 50 pounds and bend, lift, work in close quarters, confined spaces, and sometimes handle hazardous materials. The position demands frequent exposure to inclement weather conditions.

Compensation

This is a full-time, year-round, benefits-eligible position. The pay range for this non-exempt position is $17.43 - $19.43 and is negotiable based on the applicant's skills and experience they bring to the position. This is a 40-hour week position, and will occasionally see overtime. Employees at Penland enjoy competitive pay, attractive benefits, and a lively, creative work environment.