OVERVIEW:

Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary is a multidenominational, evangelical graduate school committed to equipping Christian leaders to think theologically, engage globally, and live biblically. With nearly 1,400 students across campuses in Massachusetts, North Carolina, Florida, and online, Gordon-Conwell’s student body represents more than eighty-five denominations and fifty countries. The seminary offers master’s and doctoral programs—delivered in English, Spanish, and Portuguese—that combine academic excellence, spiritual formation, and a deep commitment to Scripture. Its 12,000 alumni serve Christ through ministry in the church, the academy, and the workplace. Gordon-Conwell is accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, the New England Commission of Higher Education, and the Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the broad supervision of Director of Facilities, performs a wide variety of routine maintenance and preventative maintenance tasks independently and assists in the accomplishment of more complex maintenance, repairs, custodial duties, and grounds as assigned as well as other jobs as deemed necessary.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• 3-5 years of experience in general maintenance and/or custodial work, including experience in several of the following trades: plumbing, electrical, HVAC (air conditioning and heating), carpentry.
• Physical capability to lift 50 pounds.
• At least 1 year of basic computer knowledge required.
• High School diploma required.

1. Performs routine and requested inspections of plumbing fixtures and components, identifies problems, performs minor repairs, reports problems not able to correct of which require planning, scheduling or parts procurement. Assists in plumbing repairs.
2. Performs inspections and other preventive maintenance tasks on boilers, pumps, water circulators, valves, fan controls and other system components. Performs minor repairs, reports major problems and/or potential problems and assists in the correction of same.
3. Performs specified routine checks and inspections of air conditioning and air handling systems and related components; changes filters and belts; reports other problems, or incipient problems and assists in the correction of same.
4. Collects and disposes of rubbish/recycle and materials set aside for disposal.
5. Make minor carpentry repairs.
6. Assists in snow removal and in periodic major cleaning projects as assigned.
7. Keep all assigned equipment clean in proper repair.
8. Clears routine clogs or jams in toilets, sinks, urinals, disposals and floor drains as needed. Assists in the clearing of major sewer line blockages and repairs.
9. Routinely replaces light bulbs, fuses, light covers and other minor system elements; reports major recurring problems and assists electrician in the repair or replacement of system components and in the installation of new systems or equipment as required.
10. Monitors environmental conditions and equipment used to control the environment in building and makes appropriate adjustment in thermostat or control valve setting and instructs occupants in maintaining desired comfort levels where appropriate.
11. Accomplishes routine maintenance or other requests of all types as requested and approved; refers other verbal request to Physical Plant office for appropriate action.
12. Cleans, removes excess grease, rust or corrosion and when appropriate, paints or refinishes utility system components, building elements, vehicle components, tools or other items as needed and requested.
13. Provides general assistance in maintenance, renovations and relocation of projects as desired.
14. Receives, procures and/or moves supplies, furniture and equipment and performs other tasks as directed and required.
15. Responds to emergency calls outside of normal working hours and participates in the rotating on-call schedule.
16. Performs all work in safe manner; cleans up debris when job is completed or at the end of the day; follows accepted safety practices and precautions; corrects or recommends corrective action for any unsafe conditions encountered or observed in a timely manner; safeguards GCTS tools from loss, unauthorized use and other degrading factors.
17. Provides assistance to custodial and grounds services and assists in projects in other areas within Physical Plant as needed.