Education/Experience – Possess a high school diploma or equivalent and should have 3 or more years of experience in the construction or industrial maintenance trades or equivalent training in one or more of the following fields:
- Life Safety System
- Security Systems
- Locksmith
- Sprinkler Fitter
- Mechanical Trades
Knowledge of Job Function - working knowledge of electrical circuits and electrical safe practices. Ability to interpret drawings and service manuals for equipment serviced. Thorough knowledge of safe work practices and experience in the repair, modification and installation of electronic systems, and the ability to repair and maintain systems with minimal guidance. Must have the ability and aptitude to develop a broad range of multi-trades skills in the areas of carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electric, and mechanical trades, etc., and the ability to investigate and resolve a full spectrum of building maintenance problems and emergency/urgent repair needs. Must have the capability to be trained and become proficient in all technical areas of the position description. Must be able to work independently on a fixed or rotating shift schedule;
Communication Skills – ability to interact with customers, supervisors and colleagues, as well as the ability to work both independently and in a team environment, and perform all required coordination and the required record keeping;
Computer Skills - possess computer literacy and have the ability to become proficient in the Maximo CMMS Software System;
After-Hour Emergency Response – able to respond to after normal business hour emergencies and incidents as needed, and on short notice;
Essential Personnel – able to function in an essential personnel role which may include an extended on-campus presence, as defined in the University’s Core Essential Policy.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- stand or walk for 2 - 4 hours at one time for 13-14 hours per day;
- sit for less than 2 hours during a 13/14-hour day;
- operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment (e.g., forklift, high reach, cherry picker) occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
- lift or carry up to 35 pounds frequently (34- 66% of the workday) and 75 pounds occasionally (less than 33% of the workday);
- lift up to 75 pounds to waist height and up to 35 pounds in a range of motions from floor to overhead;
- frequently use hands for simple grasping, fine manipulation, pushing or pulling (34- 66% of the workday);
- occasionally squat, kneel, bend, lie down, crawl, knee stand, push or pull with forces up to 75 pounds (less than 33% of the work day);
- frequently climb stairs or ladders, reach overhead, push or pull with forces up to 35 pounds; (34 - 66% of the work day);
- work outdoors in a variety of temperatures and environmental conditions;
- possess the ability to work at heights, physical agility and full range of motion, and the ability to maintain balance.
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