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The Maintenance and Construction Worker is a full-time, 12-month staff position responsible for assisting with building maintenance and construction activities for the Building Maintenance and Construction Department. The employee will support moving, delivery, and event setup and takedown operations. This position will primarily fulfill requests and address emergencies in building maintenance repairs but is also expected to serve as a member of the project team performing construction trades, underground utility work, heavy equipment operation, and concrete forming and pouring assistance. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent
• Certified lift operator training completion required upon hire
• Must have and maintain the physical ability, positive attitude, and skills to be self-directed in completing minor work orders
• Experience with heavy equipment operation preferred

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

1. Respond to work orders in areas including windows, glass, hardware, blinds, door hardware installation and repair, flooring, wall repair, suspended ceilings, mounting fixtures, and roof leaks. 
2. Install, mount, and assemble office and classroom furniture and equipment. 
3. Assist in general carpentry work, both rough and finish, interior and exterior, including roof and wall repairs, framing, sheetrock installation and finishing, ceiling systems, and flooring installation. 
4. Assist with building and setting concrete forms; assist in pouring and finishing concrete for sidewalks, curbs, and slabs. 
5. Perform demolition work including removal of sidewalks, walls, flooring, ceilings, doors, and windows. 
6. Perform general carpentry and assist with minor concrete and CMU block repair. 
7. Dig and fill ditches for repair of underground utilities such as water, sewer, and storm drainage. 
8. Assist with moving and event duties including relocation of furniture, equipment, and appliances. 
9. Respond to after-hours emergencies and inclement weather events. 
10. Participate in daily crew meetings and attend safety meetings. 
11. Adhere to all health and safety precautions. 
12. Maintain a professional work environment in accordance with institutional policies. 
13. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director or Assistant Director of College Construction and Maintenance. 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: 

• Basic computer skills for electronic work order entry and key control software
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow construction drawings and verbal instructions
• Skilled in minor construction and/or carpentry repair
• Experience with hand tools and power tools used in construction and maintenance
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience in construction or maintenance-related work
• Experience operating heavy equipment preferred
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to collaborate and work effectively as part of a team

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to do the following: 

• Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and engage in continuous physical movement 
• Talk, hear, and communicate with others in person 
• Operate heavy equipment and motor vehicle
• Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms 
• Lift up to 75 pounds and perform overhead work 
• Climb ladders and work from lifts or scaffolding 
• Walk, climb stairs, bend, and squat continuously 
• Work in all outdoor seasonal conditions 
• Perform tasks requiring stretching and reaching above head and shoulders 

APPLICATION

Interested applicants, should attach and submit the following:

• Application at www.northwestms.edu
• Resume
• Three (3) Professional References (Name, Email and Phone Number)

Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that "Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services." 

Accreditation

Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 

Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3309, e-mail address mkelsay@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3216, e-mail address jhorton@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 562-3409, e-mail address trush@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) 560-5216, email estanford@northwestms.edu. 

Safety Statement

The safety and security of students, faculty, and staff is very important to Northwest Mississippi Community College. A copy of the Annual Security Report, published annually by the Campus Police Department, details Northwest policies and procedures regarding campus safety. A copy of the report, which contains the annual crime statistics report, is available online in the current Northwest Bulletin (www.northwestms.edu/bulletin) or on the Northwest website (www.northwestms.edu) and in printed form upon request from the Campus Police Office at (662) 562-3314.

Background Check Statement

Northwest Mississippi Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. NWCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.