Preventive Maintenance Technician
Number of Openings: 1
Institution: Cleveland State Community College
Department: Maintenance &
Operations
Reports to: Senior HVAC Technician
Campus Location: Cleveland, Tennessee
Salary
Range: $40,000-$47,565
Position Status: Non-Exempt / Full-Time
Moving Allowance: N/A
Cleveland
State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is
committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is
accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build
strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional 四虎影视 and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire
individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
To be
considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of
experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be
considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.
Please note the following:
- Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
- Part-time work experience is calculated at
50% of full-time experience.
JOB SUMMARY
The Preventive Maintenance Technician supports the Senior HVAC
Technician in the repair, maintenance, and preservation of the College鈥檚 mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems. Key responsibilities
include, but are not limited to changing air filters, greasing pumps, cleaning HVAC cores, replacing belts, lubricating and replacing
bearings, servicing pumps and motors, general electrical and plumbing services in addition to maintaining equipment and inventory relevant
to the department.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS
- High School Diploma or High School Equivalency
Diploma. - Minimum of two (2) years of hands-on experience in electrical, mechanical, and/or plumbing trades in any combination
of:- Installation/repair/maintenance (e.g., wiring, breakers, switches, motors, pumps, pipes, valves, etc.).
- Troubleshooting
(e.g., diagnostics, identify malfunctioning components, system faults, etc.).
- Valid driver鈥檚 license.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
HVAC, Electrical, and Building Systems Maintenance (45%)
- Perform repair,
maintenance, and preservation tasks on HVAC, electrical, and other building systems. - Troubleshoot motors, controllers, and other
system components to identify and resolve operational issues.
Inspections and Preventive Maintenance (40%)
- Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance (PM) on assigned equipment according to established schedules.
- Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs to track equipment performance.
Technical
Documentation & Tasks (5%)
- Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals to guide maintenance and repair
work. - Assist with inventory management, including ordering and tracking parts and supplies needed for maintenance tasks.
Project Assistance (5%)
- Collaborate with team members and supervisors to plan and execute maintenance projects
efficiently and safely. ' - Respond promptly to emergency repair requests to restore functionality and minimize downtime.
Non-Essential Functions (5%)
- Actively participate in college functions as required by supervisor.
- Assist
with general maintenance tasks and support special events as needed. - Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact professionally with students, faculty,
staff, and external stakeholders. - Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.). to create
documents, manage data, prepare reports, and support daily operations, as needed. - Knowledge of HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and
plumbing systems, including installation, repair, and maintenance of pumps, motors, valves, pipes, and fittings. - Knowledge of
occupational hazards, safety precautions, and the proper use of industrial electrical equipment. - Ability to safely operate tools
and equipment required for preventive maintenance and repair work. - Ability to read, interpret, and follow blueprints, schematics,
and technical plans. - Ability to work safely from ladders, lifts, scaffolding, and in confined spaces.
- Ability to lift and
carry up to 50 pounds as required to perform job duties. - Ability to operate an automatic or manual transmission vehicle.
- Ability to work independently on assigned tasks and seek assistance as needed to complete work safely.
- Preferred
experience:- Certified electrical journeyman.
WORK ACTIVITIES & EQUIPMENT
Work activities
include the use of personal computers and peripheral devices, as well as office equipment such as photocopiers, printers, and scanners to
support daily operations. Tasks also involve the use of a variety of hand and power tools, electrical supplies, and related equipment. Work
activities routinely involve repetitive motion and physical effort, including lifting, carrying, and maneuvering equipment and materials
weighing between 25 and 50 pounds.
JOB LOCATION
This on-site position is based in the Maintenance & Operations
Department located in the Plant Operations Building on the main campus of Cleveland State Community College in Cleveland, Tennessee.
Occasional travel to off-campus sites at the McMinn Higher Education Center located in Athens, Tennessee and the Vonore Campus located in
Vonore, Tennessee will be required.
Applicants may be subject to a background check and credit check.
Cleveland
State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to the following:
- Insurance: Health, Dental,
Vision, Life, Disability (long and short term), FSA/HAS - Wellness Incentive Program (if enrolled in health)
- Educational
Assistance: Fee Waiver, Spouse/Dependent Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement - Employee Assistance Program
- Longevity Pay
- Retirement Options: State of TN Pension (TCRS), 401a, 401k with $50 match, 403b, and 457
- Fourteen (14) Paid Holidays/Year
- Sick and Annual Leave
- Sick Leave Bank
- State Employee Discount Program with over 900 merchants
If
you are interested, click on the link to apply.
Applications can be assured full consideration if submitted by April 24,
2026.
Human 四虎影视 Office
Telephone: 423-478-6203; FAX: 423-478-6257
Email: humanresources@clevelandstatecc.edu
Website:
The following link will direct you to a
reporting section of the college鈥檚 website: