Facilities Technician Lead

About the role

Ivy Tech Community College Fort Wayne seeks a Facilities Technician to support campus facilities operations. This position is responsible for maintaining campus buildings and systems to ensure a safe, functional, and comfortable environment for students, faculty, and staff. This is a lead technician position and annual stipend is paid for this role.

Salary Range

$39,136 - $51,675-Compensation will be commensurate with the requirements of the position and the candidate's relevant experience and education.

Lead Annual Stipend: $2,500

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide general building, grounds, and equipment maintenance services.
• Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC equipment, to include boilers, chillers, pumps, and VFD's.
• Repair and maintain department speci c equipment.
• Able to perform administrative, professional, and/or supervisory duties
• Examples include providing training, mentoring, and job assignments to Facilities staff and work-study students as needed
• Support college departments as needed.
• Respond to re alarms during work hours.
• Assist with snow and ice removal operations.
• Respond to after-hours emergencies as required.

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned.

Work Schedule

Typical business hours; 7a - 4p with a one-hour lunch period. Schedule may be adjusted during peak operational periods.

Minimum Qualifications

• Technical/industry related certification and substantial knowledge, skills, abilities, & related experience.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience with electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems
• Valid driver's license.
• First Aid/CPR certification or the pursuit of at the first available scheduled class
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, lifting (50 lbs. or more), carrying, climbing, kneeling, bending, pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Ability to hear, speak, see, and read on a continuous basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate degree in a maintenance-related field
• 5-7 years of experience with MEP and computerized work order systems

Other Requirements

• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire.
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check.

Pay and benefits

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution
• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia
• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources
• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years
• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs
• Paid professional development opportunities

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess
• Flexible work arrangements where available
• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)
• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

• Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too.
• Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.