Area Technician

Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities

Employment duties will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Performing preventive maintenance tasks such as inspecting, checking operation, cleaning, lubrication, changing HVAC filters, and servicing equipment and building components or structures, such as windows, doors, roofs, stairs, furniture, ceilings, and flooring, consistent with contemporary standards of good practice.
• Completing work orders as assigned in a timely manner and updating them accordingly.
• Performing general building repairs including constructing, installing, replacing, renovating or repairing cabinets, furniture, interior walls, paneling, insulation, roofs, stairs, screens, doors, door hardware, windows and window framing, chalkboards, hand railings, decking, ceilings, flooring, plumbing leaks, clogged pipes, light fixture lamps and ballast, switches, electrical outlets, etc. Performs minor carpentry, masonry, glazing, drywall hanging, plastering, painting, and caulking. Repairs or assists in repairs to plumbing fixtures such as faucets, water closets, urinals, lavatories, showers, bathtubs, drinking fountains, circulation pumps, water heaters, valves and drain, sewer and water lines. This requires having dexterity with both hands.
• Participating in departmental teams as assigned.
• Preparing time and materials estimates as required for facilities renewal, maintenance and renovations.
• Performing daily inspections of work areas, buildings and related structures and assures steps are taken to maintain these areas in accordance with the university's best practices and safety guidelines.
• Responding to student and other group issues in a timely manner with a courteous and professional demeanor.
• Advising supervision on upgrading/replacement needs of systems and related components; and assists in researching recommendations for their purchase.
• Assisting in the oversight of outside vendors and contractors to assure their compliance with contractual obligations and the university's standards of quality.
• Performing all other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The Area Technician will need:

• The ability to effectively communicate in spoken and written English.
• Functional computer literacy.
• The ability to practically apply recognized standards of good practice relevant to building repair, equipment repair and operation, and systems repair, not limited to heating, mechanical ventilation, refrigeration, air conditioning and domestic hot water systems, including electrical and plumbing, and related mechanical equipment such as controls, pumps, compressors, etc.
• The ability to practically apply recognized standards of good practice relevant to matters of safety and security.
• Knowledgeable in basic practices employed in the building trades and trade applicable laws.
• The ability to be available at all hours for emergency services, as well as the ability to work overtime.
• The ability to effectively plan and coordinate multi-task requirements and meet self and pre-imposed objectives and deadlines.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, students, and the university community.
• The ability to carry and lift moderately heavy objects (20-30 bl.) to very heavy objects (100 lb. or over).
• The ability to walk over rough or uneven surfaces, bend, stoop, climb stepladders and work in confined spaces.
• The ability to walk and climb stairs and provide manual labor necessary to fulfill job functions. Many buildings have multiple floors with stairs and no elevators.
• The ability to work in environments with extreme temperature and humidity common in Florida.
• Ability to maintain a valid Florida driver's license and operate University vehicles as required.
• Frequently performs work outside and may work in buildings without air conditioning, heating, or other comforts. May work in areas that are dusty, noisy, and areas that may have unpleasant odors.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Completed training directly related to building repair and maintenance
• Functional literacy in computers
• Valid Florida Driver's License and an insurable driving record
• Three (3) years hands-on experience in the operation, maintenance, repair and renovation of buildings, building systems and related structures, including some exposure to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and domestic hot water, electrical and plumbing systems, or two (2) years hands-on experience as outlined above and State certification in a technical trade area.

Ideal Candidate Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of vocational training in a skilled trade highly desired and preferred.