Maintenance Aide (16291)

Summary/Objective

The role of this position is to provide a safe, functional, clean, efficient and attractive living and learning environment. This position assists in the evaluation, repair and replacement of facilities, performs quality inspections and makes minor repairs as part of a building maintenance team. This position requires direct supervision.

The selected candidate will respond to requests for minor maintenance and repair from facilities management customers, performs minor repair tasks, and communicates condition needs to others for quick and efficient service and repair of deficiencies. They will also assist other trades as required or assigned, in order that work assigned is done in a timely manner. They will perform other duties as assigned, under supervision. Completes records as directed by Maintenance Supervisor, to ensure accurate record keeping.

Essential Functions

1. Assists with the installation of new or reconditioned mechanical or HVAC equipment, in order to maintain a fully operational and safe system. Performs minor corrective and planned maintenance on air handling units, pumps, fan coil units, variable air volume units, DX units, exhaust fans and related equipment, in order to maintain a safe, functional and efficient operation and ensure a comfortable living and learning environment.
2. Inspects all building mechanical rooms and equipment, in order to provide a safe and clean working condition for employees. Assists other trades people, in order to perform and accomplish high quality work.
3. Attends organizational meetings to convey the importance of accurate, timely and correct maintenance and record keeping of the maintenance function. Provides information and assistance to building occupants, planners and others involved in major alterations/renovations to the building.
4. Attends technical training to remain up to date with new equipment that may be installed in the building.
5. Maintains accurate files and equipment records for deferred maintenance analysis, in order to build a historical database from which to efficiently manage future project costs.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Full Time.
• Associate A.
• Non-Exempt.

Salary Range

• $31,930.00 - $51,144.00/year; to commensurate with experience.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-3 years of relevant experience.
• Knowledge of Basic Safety Practices.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Intro to Building Maintenance Course at Community College or Trade School.
• Knowledge of Basic Safety Practices.
• 1-2 Years Experience as a Helper/Maintainer, performing maintenance of Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Building Automation or HVAC Systems.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• All university trade positions are expected to perform duties other than those typically associated with core trade responsibilities as the needs of the university dictate. Facilities Management is a diverse team-oriented organization where employees actively support each other’s success. Collaboration and cooperation are expected from all employees. Successful FM employees are those who contribute to our ability to support each other and our customers.
• Must maintain a valid driver’s license with fewer than 2 points.
• Intermediate computer skills, to include CMMS experience.
• Submit three professional references.