Maintenance Specialist II

Orange Coast College (OCC) engages in a wide range of collaborative efforts aimed at fostering a culture of educational excellence and inclusivity. With a commitment to providing high-quality academic programs and student-centered support services OCC creates an environment where all students can thrive. As a diverse and globally-minded institution the college takes pride in initiatives that empower student communities by promoting cultural synergy across departments including the Office of Student Equity the Global Engagement Center and the Multicultural Center.

OCC is a recognized leader in preparing students for transfer to four-year institutions and holds the prestigious designations of both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American Native American and Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). The college also boasts state-of-the-art facilities and is the first community college in Southern California to offer on-campus residential housing with over 300 apartment units further enhancing the student experience.

Orange Coast College Employee-Student Demographic Information

• Electrical
• Carpentry
• Plumbing
• HVAC / Energy Management
• Custodial
• Grounds
• Painting
• Locksmith
• Pool Maintenance
• Access Control
• Event Support

D.E.I.A. - Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility and Anti-Racism
The Coast Community College District (Orange Coast College Golden West College and Coastline) continues to strengthen our efforts around diversity equity inclusion access and anti-racism. Orange Coast College is focused on creating a culture of inclusive excellence by uplifting employees and students through an environment that is equitable diverse inclusive and accessible. We have a strong focus and importance on D.E.I.A. and Anti-Racism (Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility) and will be actively listening assessing and evaluating this throughout each stage of the application recruitment and interview process.

• Performs a variety of skilled work activities in the maintenance and repair of buildings facilities and equipment in one or more of the maintenance trades such as glazing welding roofing flooring masonry locksmith skills plumbing carpentry electrical sheet metal and painting.
• Evaluate and respond to work orders and maintenance needs and perform related projects in the skilled maintenance trades; inspect facilities and equipment to determine maintenance and repair needs.
• Performs preventive maintenance activities; inspects and responds to emergency maintenance and repair issues and needs; troubleshoots and repairs equipment and systems as needed.
• Plans organizes and lays out assigned tasks. Interprets plans diagrams blueprints technical manuals and specifications. Estimates time material and equipment needs to complete projects in a safe and timely manner.
• Identifies reports and assists with resolving safety sanitary and fire hazards. Refers major maintenance and repair needs to the appropriate personnel.
• Performs routine carpentry and limited construction work; assists in the remodel and building on existing structures as required.
• Installs floor and ceiling tiles sets forms and finished cement; installs a variety of lock systems throughout college and/or District sites.
• Accesses and retrieves work orders using the college and/or District system. May enter time and materials information associated with the work performed on in-progress or completed work orders.
• Services heating and air conditioning equipment; operates monitors and adjusts energy management system on a regular cycle and as needed; makes minor adjustments and repairs to hot water systems and heaters.
• Performs a variety of preventive maintenance functions including but not limited to inspection and repair of walls floors doors ceilings seals and roofing leaks. Responds to urgent repair needs quickly and calmly by assessing the situation making an appropriate diagnosis and sequencing materials and repairs.
• Repairs items such as but not limited to fences outdoor play equipment and bicycle racks using hand and power tools welding tanks and arc welders.
• Prepares a variety of surfaces for painting; applies paint varnish shellac enamel lacquer or other protective decorative finishes and various surfaces.
• Prepares reports on work completed and materials used. Ensures that secondary containers for cleaning and other products are properly labeled and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for assigned area(s) are up to date.
• Recommends standards and specifications for equipment materials and workmanship for work performed by staff and outside contractors.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings and specialist in-service training sessions including but not limited to requirements of OSHA and the EPA.
• May participate in the setting up and breaking down of event venues for college and/or District activities as directed.
• May train and guide the work of other maintenance specialists.
• Supports the Facilities office by providing coverage in other areas such as grounds and custodial departments.
• Rearranges moves and sets furniture and equipment in place according to established instructions and seating arrangements. May assist others in assembling furniture removing from and properly disposing of packaging materials.
• Performs other related duties as assigned that support the objective of the position.
• Required to abide by all District policies and procedures including Board Policy 3050 Code of Professional Ethics.

• Requires the ability to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
• Requires the ability to skillfully perform journeyman-level work in a timely manner and participate/assist in the work of other trades.
• Requires the ability to promptly respond to District emergencies.
• Requires the ability to operate vehicles and labor-saving devices. This may include equipment such as chain hoists electric high-lifts and various types of maintenance equipment.
• Other abilities include the use of hand and power tools to perform construction carpentry electrical plumbing and mechanical services.
• Requires the ability to read and interpret drawings sketches blueprints schematics and building and fire codes.
• Requires the ability to maintain records and activity logs.
• Requires the ability to estimate materials and labor for assignments.
• Requires the ability to observe safe work practices and handle hazardous materials according to accepted procedures.
• Requires the ability to complete projects on a timely basis and support special events.
• Requires the ability to complete training within a reasonable time in handling storage and disposal of hazardous materials asbestos awareness OSHA standards and blood borne pathogens.
• Requires the ability to maintain productive and cooperative working relationships with others.

• The general physical demands working conditions and essential job functions associated with this classification will be kept on file with the Office of Human Resources.
• Essential functions will vary by position.
• As defined by Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Californias Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA) the District shall engage in a timely good faith interactive process with employees or employment applicants who are requesting or are in need of reasonable accommodations and provide reasonable accommodations for employees or employment applicants who because of their disability are limited in or unable to perform one or more of the essential functions of their job in accordance with applicable state and federal law.

• The position typically requires a High School diploma or equivalent plus specialized training and four years of tested generalist experience in trades such as carpentry plumbing masonry locksmith or mechanical.
• Or any combination of education and experience which would provide the required equivalent qualifications for the position.

• Evidence of demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic cultural disability geographic gender gender identity and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. (California Code of Regulations Title 5 53022; Education Code Section 87360; Coast Community College District EEO Plan).

• Requires a valid drivers license.
• Familiarity/certification/training in operating heavy equipment including forklifts ispreferred.

• Install maintain and repair electrical systems including wiring circuit breakers lighting and power distribution systems.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable electrical codes safety regulations and college policies.
• Assist in the planning and execution of electrical projects including upgrades and new installations.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors in extreme weather conditions where significant safety considerations exist from full-body physical labor and handling of medium-to-heavy-weight materials.

• Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.
• The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in Coast Community College District policies procedures and Title IX. (Reference: BP/AP 5910 )
• The Coast Community College District celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students staff administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the Districts strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply.

TheSELECTED CANDIDATEisrequired to complete the following before employment:

• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment).
• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the candidates expense. (Clearance must be received before the first day of employment)
• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
• Participate in a new hire onboarding appointment with an Employment Services Representative.

• A complete Coast Community CollegeDistrictOnlineEmployment Application.
• Responses toSupplemental Questions(please provide clear and detailed responses as they will be carefully evaluated to determine the most qualified candidate(s) to be invited for an interview; please do not paste your resume put see resume or N/A or leave blank).
• ACover Letterhighlighting your experiences relevant to this position and addressing the minimum and essential qualificationsincluding yourdemonstrated evidence of D.E.I.A. (Diversity Equity Inclusion Accessibility). (PDF recommended).
• ACurrent Resumeof professional experience and educational background. (PDF recommended).