Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance Mechanic

Work under the direction of the Superintendent of Physical Plant and the Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds, performing all duties as assigned. Work with contractors, subcontractors, and other vendors on campus systems, etc. Read blueprints, schematics and charts. Complete preventative maintenance on equipment and buildings to college standards as assigned. Complete all required maintenance documents as assigned. Help resolve problems and perform general maintenance in areas such as plumbing, carpentry, welding, mechanics, painting, HVAC, lightings, irrigation systems etc. as they occur. Work with all other Maintenance personnel as assigned. Work on weekends, holidays, evenings/nights and all other hours as required. Pull standby duties on rotation. Responsible for maintaining inventory on tools and equipment. Possess and maintain a valid driver's license at all time while employed with MGCCC. Duties may include climbing on ladders, work in confined spaces, lift items up to 70 lbs. and other physically demanding duties. Adhere to all college policy and procedures. Other duties as assigned by College Administration.

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of all physical plant systems. Reports directly to the Superintendent of Physical Plant and the Assistant Superintendent of Buildings and Grounds. This position requires a person with multi-craft skills. This position requires climbing ladders, working on rooftops, working in confined spaces and other physically demanding duties. This position requires physical mobility, manual dexterity, and ability to lift at least 70 lbs.

Mandatory Qualifications: (M1) Associate degree in maintenance-related field and two years of maintenance experience OR high school diploma and four years of commercial or institutional maintenance experience. (M2) Experience in one of the following maintenance trades: carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC or refrigeration. (M3) Ability to work overhead, from a ladder, in small spaces, and lift a minimum of 70 lbs. routinely. (M4) Must possess a valid driver's license. (M5) Ability to communicate effectively with college personnel at all levels including appropriate usage of technology for communication purposes.

Desirable Qualifications: (D1) Experience working with a computerized energy management system. (D2) Six years of experience in a trade related field. (D3) Maintenance-related educational experience: vocational training, state certification, or industrial training. (D4) Experience with irrigation repairs. (D5) Experience with programming and repairs of lighting controls. (D6) Email and computer experience.

EEO Statement - Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes students and employees without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, or qualified disability in its programs and activities. For further information, contact the Compliance Officer P.O. Box 609, Perkinston, Mississippi, 39573, telephone number View phone number on click.appcast.io, email address View email address on click.appcast.io.

The College: The Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College District serves a four-county area with three major campuses, the Community Campus and four centers including: Perkinston Campus, Perkinston, MS; Harrison County Campus, Gulfport, MS; Jackson County Campus, Gautier, MS. Additionally, The Bryant Center at Tradition, Biloxi, MS; Advanced Manufacturing and Technology Center, Gulfport, MS; Haley Reeves Barbour Maritime Training Academy, Pascagoula, MS; Naval Construction Battalion Center, Gulfport, MS; Keesler Center, Biloxi, MS; The West Harrison Center, Long Beach, MS; and George County Center, Lucedale, MS. State and regional associations accredit Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College, and several programs are accredited nationally. Offerings include academic, technical degree, vocational skill and adult continuing education programs.

Classification - Staff

Open Date - 06/24/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

For more information on the position, please contact (Name, Address, Phone, and Email): - Ashley Rollin, Ed.D Dean of Business Services 2226 Switzer Road Gulfport, MS 39507 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Additional Transcripts
• Certificates