Mr. John Stump
614.836.4541, ext. 1408
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Student Services
614.836.4541, ext. 1537
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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.
Basic Safety
Forklift Safety
Aerial Lift Safety
Material Handling
Basic Electric
Intro to National Electric Code
Electrical Test Equipment
Intro to Heating & Cooling
Basic Copper and Plastic Piping
Soldering and Brazing
Basic Plumbing
Plastic, Copper, Cast Iron, & Carbon Steel Pipe & Fittings
Intro to Drain, Waste, & Vent Systems
Commercial Drawings
Building Materials, Fasteners, and Adhesives
Doors and Door Hardware
Oxyfuel Cutting
General MIG Welding
Drywall Finishing and Patching
Introduction to Paints and Coatings
Students have the opportunity to earn the following industry-recognized credentials:
National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) Core
NCCER Level-1 - Electric
NCCER Level-1 - HVAC
NCCER Level-1 - Plumbing
EPA-608 Universal
OSHA 10-Hour – Construction
Aerial Lift Safety
Forklift Safety
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.
Section | Recommended Scores |
Applied Math | 3 |
Graphic Literacy | 3 |
Workplace Documents | 3 |
Section Start Dates:
February 11, 2025
Classes held:
Tuesdays, Thursdays
2nd and 4th Friday of each month
7:30am to 4:00pm
725 hours (10 months)
Clock Hours
725 hours
Eastland Career Center
4465 S. Hamilton Road
Groveport, OH 43125
Mr. John Stump
614.836.4541, ext. 1408
Email Mr. Stump
Student Services
614.836.4541, ext. 1537
Email Student Services
Course Calendar (April 18, 2024)
This calendar is for students that will begin their program on April 18, 2024. * 2 pages
Course Calendar (September 5, 2024)
This calendar is for students that will begin their program on September 5, 2024.
Course Calendar (February 11, 2025)
This calendar is for students that will begin their program on February 2, 2025.