Facilities Operations Technician

The Facilities Operations Technician supports Ivy Tech's mission by serving as a multi-skilled, adaptable facilities professional who can supplement or temporarily fill essential roles across Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Custodian, and Grounds Keeper functions.

Requirements

• Perform and close work orders across maintenance, custodial, and grounds.
• Assist with preventive maintenance, safety checks, and compliance documentation.
• Routine Facilities repairs, painting, equipment operations, and general building upkeep.
• Support building renovations and space buildouts.
• Provide custodial support, including cleaning and sanitation.
• Perform grounds operations including mowing, trimming, planting, and snow removal.
• Provide event setup, teardown, and logistical support.
• Escort contractors, explain the scope, and report progress or issues to Facilities leadership
• Support administrative reporting, inventory tracking, scheduling, and documentation.
• Provide high-level customer service to campus community members.
• Maintain stock levels of maintenance, custodial, and grounds supplies
• Support campus operations during emergencies as assigned in accordance with Ivy Tech Policies
• Safely operate hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment as required for repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Climb ladders of various heights and use tools while working above head height or below waist height.
• Operate aerial work platforms, including scissor lifts, boom lifts, and man lifts (with training/certification).
• Operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment as required (with certification).
• Assemble, use, and disassemble scaffolding according to safety standards.
• Safely load, unload, move, and transport materials, equipment, and furniture using carts, dollies, or lifts.
• Supports multiple buildings or campus locations
• Perform tasks requiring working at heights, on elevated platforms, or in confined spaces, following safety procedures and LOTO practices.
• Maintain required PPE and use it consistently
• Verify deliveries against purchase orders and report discrepancies
• Maintain logs, inspection forms, and daily task checklists
• Provide classroom setup, including moving furniture, arranging technology, and staging equipment.
• Follow all Ivy Tech policies, including safety, conduct, procurement, and campus access procedures
• Wear required uniforms, ID badges, and protective equipment in accordance with college standards
• Travel between campus buildings or off-site locations using College vehicles as required.
• Use mobile devices, tablets, or computers to receive work orders, document work performed, upload photos, and complete digital forms
• Conduct routine safety inspections of assigned buildings, equipment, and work areas
• All other duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and level of responsibility of this position
• Handle cleaning chemicals, pesticides, and maintenance materials safely in accordance with SDS and training