Maintenance Job Opportunity
The incumbent performs skilled work at the journeyman level in several trades. Duties involve the performance of various skilled and semi-skilled tasks repairing and maintaining machinery, buildings and equipment. Perform work in conjunction with the Preventative Maintenance program. Work is done weekly, monthly, semi-annually and annually from a computerized work order system. This position is considered an essential personnel position. Incumbent assists in other trades areas.
Description of Duties :
- Effectively maintain university buildings including floor tile and carpet replacement, painting, roofing, light electrical, plumbing, railings, stairs, doors and operating hardware, curtains, blinds, emergency systems, carpentry, wood working and drop ceilings.
- Perform preventive maintenance on building support equipment following established procedures and guidelines. Make necessary repairs as determined during PM process.
- Repair light fixtures, replace bulbs, ballast, outlets and switches. Repair miscellaneous equipment such as pool cleaners, floor fans, floor carts, basketball backstops, electric curtains, batting cages, weightlifting equipment, and other types of equipment. Install new equipment as necessary.
- Perform repairs and Preventative maintenance on building equipment such as air-handlers and air compressors including control components and operating parts. Replace filters in air-handlers, replace electric motors when necessary, replace belts and bearings; and grease and oil equipment, as required. Track repairs and PM through use of a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
- Maintain / replace restroom fixtures and plumbing. Complete maintenance work orders and clean all areas when work is completed.
- Repair masonry and concrete work in and around buildings and walkways. Drive state vehicles to and from various worksites.
- Participate in education and training courses as requested. Respond to emergency call ins that may cause an adverse effect on the University. Assist with snow removal.
Minimum Requirements Profile :
Two years of experience as a Maintenance Repairman 1; ORFour years of experience in building or plant maintenance work, which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades; ORThe equivalent combination of experience and formal training that affords the applicant with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.Must possess a valid PA driver's license by date of hire.Applicant Rating Criteria :
Demonstrated ability to service, diagnose and repair commercial mechanical equipment including but not limited to pumps, fans, air handling units and compressors.Experience in diagnosing and repairing general plumbing issues.Experience in diagnosing and repairing general electrical issues.Experience in general commercial building maintenance.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities :
Ability to positively interact and communicate with the entire campus community to provide outstanding customer service.Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.Ability to care for and use the tools and equipment utilized in the trades.Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments.Ability to lead a small group of semi-skilled workers.Ability to interpret and work from pencil sketches and diagrams.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to operate and / or utilize basic lawn care and snow removal equipment.Ability to lift and move heavy objects and to work under adverse weather conditions.Essential Functions :
Sitting 0%; walking 40%; standing 50%Working indoors 90% and Outdoors (for errands) 10%Frequent lifting of objects weighing up to 30 poundsOccasional lifting of objects weighing up to 60 poundsReaching for objects at, above and below shoulderFrequently twisting at waist, and stretching to reach objectsBasic math skills and reading skills including understanding written documentsWriting skills in preparing and organizing documentsSensory skills, i.e. visual, hearing, and speakingKeyboard skillsFrequently climbs ladders and crawls in crawlspaces and atticsShoveling snowOperate all hand and power tools