Facility Maintenance

Whether you’re interested in understanding the fundamentals of maintenance as a home handyperson or looking to make a career in facilities maintenance, there is a path for you at WCCCD. 

The college certificate will provide the fundamentals of residential wiring, heating, and plumbing to prepare you for minor repairs.  The AAS program prepares you to start your career in facilities maintenance in any industry as well as fulfill the requirements to take the State of Michigan and local licensing examinations.  The certificate will fulfill the competency requirements for the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Hospital Organizations (JCAHO) for facility maintenance training if you are interested in working in a healthcare facility.

What’s the Job Outlook for positions in General Maintenance and Repair Workers?

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the outlook for positions in General Maintenance and Repair Work is projected to grow by 5% from 2021 - 2031. 

Citation: Bureau of Labor Statistics – General Maintenance and Repair Workers 

32
credits needed to complete the Facility Maintenance College Certificate
62
credits needed to complete a Facility Maintenance Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.)
$43,180
median annual wage for general maintenance and repair workers

Where is the Facility Maintenance Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and College Certificate Program Offered? 

Our Eastern campus offers the Facility Maintenance Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and College Certificate program. As a WCCCD student, you can take courses, use facilities, and get involved at any of our six locations.



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Contact Info

Phone: 313-496-2600

Email: edaffairs@wcccd.edu