Maintenance Technician

South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us.

In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

South College Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the role of Maintenance Technician to join our team.

• Supervising and evaluating custodial staff to ensure efficient, thorough, and high-quality cleaning and maintenance across all facilities, including classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
• Developing and implementing schedules for regular and preventative maintenance tasks, including advanced cleaning, floor maintenance, and sanitation processes.
• Conducting routine and detailed inspections of buildings, equipment, and grounds to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and compliance with health standards.
• Coordinating and performing advanced maintenance and repairs, including carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, painting, and HVAC troubleshooting.
• Overseeing groundskeeping projects to ensure lawns, gardens, walkways, and outdoor spaces are maintained to high aesthetic and functional standards.
• Managing inventory control of maintenance and custodial supplies, ordering materials in a timely manner to prevent operational disruptions.
• Leading emergency response actions related to facility maintenance, ensuring rapid resolution of issues such as leaks, power outages, or equipment failures.
• Training custodial and maintenance staff in the safe and effective operation of specialized maintenance equipment.
• Managing building security protocols, including oversight of locks, alarms, and access control systems to ensure facility security at all times.
• Coordinating logistics and facility arrangements for special events, meetings, and functions.
• Collaborating directly with the Director of Maintenance on strategic planning, budget management, and execution of large-scale maintenance projects.
• Maintaining detailed records of maintenance activities, inspections, repairs, and expenditures.
• Performing additional tasks consistent with senior-level responsibilities to enhance overall facility operations and management.
• Advanced verbal and written communication often in stressful?situations involving students or co-workers
• Fast-paced work environment requiring quick adaptation skills in a changing strategic and tactical workplace

• Appropriate Knowledge and Skills for job responsibilities
• Prior experience with building maintenance and oversight
• Experience with project management preferred