Function Statement : Under the general supervision of a senior technician or supervisor, the facilities maintenance technician performs intermediate tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventative maintenance and repair of buildings and equipment.
Functions will include but are not limited to daily inspections, installations, general maintenance (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) and repairs.
- Responds to emergency situations and evaluates and corrects defects. May assist lower-level facilities technicians. Assists other trades as needed;
- adheres to all safety practices and procedures; cleans and maintains work areas and equipment; attends meetings; properly completes documentation;
- provides a high level of customer service; communicates to customers, coworkers and supervision via written, electronic, and verbal methods and devices;
operates department vehicle; performs other duties as assigned. Actively supports our commitment to the university value of acting with integrity and personal accountability to establish a culture of professionalism in the workplace.
Shift, hours, days, and / or location are subject to change based on operational need in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement;
may work overtime; subject to 24-hour emergency call.
Minimum Classification Requirements : High school diploma / GED or equivalent combination of education and experience; four years experience in general maintenance or equivalent combination of education and experience;
obtain the following within the probationary period : valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health card; successful completion of probationary period includes demonstrated competence in each of the identified technical specialties as required for this positions level of responsibility : carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC / R.
Desired Qualifications : Associates / technical degree or certificate in skilled trades / maintenance related field; basic understanding of university building design standards (BDS) related to the maintenance and repair of building systems and equipment;
basic understanding of the capital project process as managed by FOD Design and Construction Physical Requirements : Must be able to push and pull 70 lbs.
distinguish colors, and climb ladders. Unusual Work Conditions : May work in hot, cold, dusty, or dirty environments for an extended period of time.
May be required to work in cramped spaces.