The Facilities Maintenance program is a full-time, 725-clock hour certificate course. This program combines classroom, laboratory and work-based learning experiences enabling students to become proficient in the repair and maintenance of commercial and domestic facilities.

Included in the instruction are the theory and application of basic principles involved in facility maintenance. Topics include basic principles of heating, cooling, electric, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and welding. Content in each subject area includes trade terms, tools, and materials utilized within each specific trade. Applications include performing basic maintenance-related tasks associated with each of the included skilled trades categories. Common tasks include troubleshooting/diagnosing the root cause of malfunctions or system failures, and the adjustment, repair, or replacement of various components within a commercial or domestic facility. Students will also cover the procedures for periodic maintenance of mechanical systems within a facility to avoid or reduce potential failure.

Facilities Maintenance is part of Eastland-Fairfield's Learn and Earn program, which allows students to receive on-the-job training utilizing their newfound skills and earn a paycheck at the same time. Students that participate in the Learn and Earn program will be paired with a trusted Eastland-Fairfield business partner and spent multiple days per week on real job sites performing tasks while supervised in the field. Students will also be on payroll with the business partner and will receive compensation for their work.

The Learn and Earn program is an excellent way to pay for school as you go through the program, gain valuable experience, and get your foot in the door with a potential full-time employer.

This program is not mandatory or guaranteed, and is available to those students who qualify and are recommended by their instructor.

• Age 18 or older

• High school diploma or GED

• Background check

Students will have an appointment scheduled to complete the WorkKeys® Assessment upon submission of the Adult Learner Registration Form and a $50 non-refundable registration fee. Learn more about how the ACT® WorkKeys® Assessment can work for you.