Facilities and Grounds Maintenance Technician

Salary: $31,200.00 Annually
Location : 2600 South First Street Temple, TX
Job Type: Full-Time (Staff)
Job Number: 00420
Division: Physical Plant
Department: Grounds Maintenance
Opening Date: 10/06/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Salary Grade: Professional
Total hours required per week: 40
Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma/High School Equivalency and two (2) years directly related full-time work experience. Part-time experience will be accepted but will be prorated and must equal two (2) years of full-time work experience. Must have a valid Texas Driver's License to operate Temple College vehicles between buildings at off-campus sites.
Work Schedule: This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.To be determined by Executive Director, Physical Plant or Associate Director, Physical Plant.


Position Summary & Essential Duties


The following duties, responsibilities, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's), and physical requirements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. The information listed below is not intended to be construed as a complete listing of all duties, responsibilities, KSA's, and physical requirements required of this position since changes to the position may occur at any time or additional requirements that may be added over the course of time.

Under general supervision from the Executive Director, Physical Plant, and direct supervision from the Associate Director, Physical Plant, the incumbent performs a wide range of facilities services repair and maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, air conditioning, carpentry, painting, and grounds. The incumbent may also operate light industrial equipment, grounds equipment, and drive maintenance vehicles.

Qualifications (Required and Preferred)


High School Diploma/High School Equivalency and two (2) years directly related full-time work experience. Part-time experience will be accepted but will be prorated and must equal two (2) years of full-time work experience.


Must have a valid Texas Driver's License to operate Temple College vehicles between buildings at off-campus sites.

Job Duties and Responsibilities


The incumbent will:

• Monitor, maintain, and perform standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems such as light fixtures, tubes, fixtures, switches, and outlets; assists licensed electricians with non-technical repairs as appropriate.
• Monitor performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems for the facility; assists Master Trade Specialist III as appropriate; performs standard repair/replacement of components as appropriate and non-technical maintenance tasks such as cleaning of heating and cooling fan coil units, adjustment of system controls, and replacing air filter elements.
• Monitor and perform non-technical maintenance of plumbing systems, to include standard repair of leaking fixtures; assist plumbers as appropriate; clean obstructed waste lines, install water and wastewater lines, and/or performing non-technical modifications to plumbing and water supply systems.
• Perform carpentry maintenance tasks including routine sheetrock/drywall installation and/or repair, window replacement, cabinet and countertop replacement, texturing and painting; door and hardware installation; and paints interior and exterior finishes, as appropriate.
• Operate light industrial outdoor equipment such as mowers, power equipment, and small tractors.

SOCIAL CONSTRUCTS REQUIRED OF POSITION:

• Display empathy and positive regard for others in written, verbal and non-verbal communications.
• Work with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication.
• Be friendly and collegial with co-workers, faculty, students, staff, and visitors to the campus.
• Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions.
• Maintain proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility.
• Dress appropriately for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach.
• Meet all required standards of confidentiality. Keep work areas in a clean and orderly manner.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities & Physical Demands

KNOWLEDGE:

• Knowledge of basic building, electrical and HVAC procedures.
• Knowledge of FERPA policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of inventory and inventory control methods.
• Knowledge of machinery, grounds, and related equipment.
• Knowledge of greenhouse operations, propagation methods, chemical applications, insect/disease control, plant nutrition and pruning methods.

SKILLS:

• Organization.
• Customer service.
• Use of computers, preferably in PC, Windows based operating environment.
• Operating machinery such as mowers, tractors, and trucks.

ABILITIES:

• Read, write, and understand verbal and written instructions, short correspondence and memos.
• Understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Maintain records.
• Operate light industrial equipment.
• Repair and maintain appliances and HVAC equipment.
• Lift and manipulate heavy objects.
• Use hand and power tools.
• Manage time by organizing, planning, prioritizing, and completing required work duties.
• Perform grounds maintenance to include the use of grounds equipment and tools.
• Repair equipment and ensure routine maintenance of equipment is kept up to date.
• Drive College vehicles as needed.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Document facilities maintenance requirements; maintains appropriate records of work performed.
• Perform other and miscellaneous job duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL EFFORT:
Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds. Must be able to manipulate and use construction equipment, mechanics tools, pressure washers, or associated machinery/equipment. Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises.


WORKING CONDITIONS:
Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, chemicals or chemical combinations, wet/humid environment, dirt, close proximity to moving mechanical parts, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Close proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical/electronic components, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.

WORK SCHEDULE:
This is an on-site position. Essential duties of the role must be performed in-person, during prescribed work hours.

To be determined by Executive Director, Physical Plant or Associate Director, Physical Plant.

HOURS PER WEEK:
40

TRS/ORP:
TRS only

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:
None

REPORTS TO:
Associate Director, Physical Plant
TEMPLE COLLEGE BENEFITS
To enhance the employment opportunity you may be seeking, Temple College offers a competitive array of benefit options to select from, some of which are fully paid for by the college. Listed below is a summary of benefits currently offered for full-time employees. Part-time employees are eligible for specific benefits on a pro-rated basis.


MEDICAL AND OPTIONAL INSURANCE COVERAGE BENEFIT OPTIONS


The Medical and optional insurance coverage benefit options listed below are offered through Temple College by the Employees Retirement System (ERS) of Texas. Please visit ERS at for further information.

• MEDICAL:
  Eligible full-time employees can choose from the following medical programs which begin the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment:
  • HealthSelect of Texas "Blue Cross Blue Shield" (PPO)
  • Consumer Directed HealthSelect "Blue Cross Blue Shield (HSA)

Medical plans include prescription coverage. Employee medical coverage monthly premiums are fully paid for by the college and the college pays for one-half (1/2) of the cost of dependent care coverage monthly premiums.

• OPTIONAL BENEFITS:

Dental (PPO and HMO), Vision, Optional Term Life Insurance, Voluntary Accidental Death and Dismemberment, Dependent Term Life Insurance, Short-term and Long-term Disability, Texa$aver (457 plan), TexFlex-Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement.

Optional benefits are employee paid but are offered at very competitive rates.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS

• ANNUAL LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Regular, full-time twelve (12) month faculty and staff accrue Annual Leave as follows:

• Years of Service : 0 through 5
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) = 8
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) = 96
• Years of Service: 6 through 10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =10
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =120
• Years of Service: 10 plus years
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Month) =12
  • Accrual Rate (Maximum Accrual Hours per Year) =144

Annual leave may be accrued up to a limit of 240 hours with special provisions allowing for annual accruals above that limit. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months do not accrue Annual Leave but are provided with 20 hours of personal time per fiscal year.

• SICK LEAVE ACCRUALS:

Faculty and Administrative Staff: Accruals of 8 hours per month. Sick Leave may be accrued up to a limit of 1040 total hours. Faculty with contracts less than 12 months will receive accruals during the summer semester if they instruct during that time.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• HOLIDAYS: Recognized college holidays, in addition to Annual and Sick leave accruals, include Labor Day, Thanksgiving Break, Winter Break, Martin Luther King Day, Spring Break, Good Friday, Memorial Day and Independence Day.
• PAYROLL: Employees are paid by direct deposit through the last working day of the month. Actual deposits are paid on the last working business day of the month. All benefit deductions are taken at that time.
• RETIREMENT: Temple College is one of the few community colleges in the state of Texas to be permitted Federal Social Security deductions. Temple College is a Section 218 employer.

All regular employees are mandated by the Texas State Legislature to enroll in either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) however, ORP participation is based upon position. All faculty members are eligible to participate in either TRS or ORP. A list of ORP providers is available.
Please visit TRS at for further information.

• Contribution:
  • Member: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 8.0% of annual salary
  • Employer: Teacher Retirement System (TRS) = 7.75% of member's annual salary
• Contribution:
  • Member: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.65 % of annual salary
  • Employer: Optional Retirement Program (ORP) = 6.6% of annual salary

Tax Sheltered Annuities (TSAs) also known as Tax Deferred Annuities (TDAs) are available to all employees who are eligible to participate in the TRS/ORP retirement program and who wish to participate in this program. This participation is voluntary and contributions are made from the employee's salary. A list of providers is available.

• MISCELLANEOUS LEAVE: Family and Medical Leave (FMLA), Jury Duty, Bereavement, Deteriorating weather, and Military training.
• WORKERS COMPENSATION: If an employee is injured on the job, Temple College, through its Worker Compensation Program, pays all authorized hospital, nursing, and physician's fees. Additional benefits may be available.
• HOURS OF OPERATION:
  • Regular Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
    • Friday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
  • Summer Schedule:
    • Monday - Thursday: 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.