Facilities Technician
- Fort Wayne
- Full time
- Posted
• Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Site
• Salary Range: $33,097 - $46,060 Compensation will be commensurate with the requirements of the position and the candidate’s relevant experience and education.
• Classification N4-Hourly
Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios 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.
Major Responsibilities:
Perform HVAC maintenance and repair.
Perform plumbing and electrical repairs and installations.
Provide remodeling and general maintenance services.
Repair and maintain equipment for various departments.
Assist other College departments as needed.
Respond to fire 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.
Benefits
This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position with no enrollment waiting period. Benefits:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Spouse and dependent life insurance
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Retirement plan with 10% employer contribution (no employee match required, no waiting period)
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter break (Dec 25–Jan 1)
- Free Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios tuition for employee, spouse, and dependents
- Tuition reimbursement for degrees pursued at other institutions
- Professional development opportunities
- Discounts on rental cars, hotels, electronics, and mobile devices
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Additional benefits information: https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a related trade.
Experience in electrical, HVAC, and plumbing systems.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
First Aid/CPR certification.
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.
Other Requirements:
Selected candidate for employment will be subject to pre-employment background checks, including criminal history checks, and any offer of employment will be contingent upon that outcome. Official transcripts, if relevant, due at hire.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios 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
Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios 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. For more information on Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.
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.
Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ä¢¹½ÊÓÆµios does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.
Job ID: JR0000107919