Job Information
University of Kansas General Maint Repair Tech Sr (3:30pm - 12:00am) in Lawrence, Kansas
28201BR
Job Title:
General Maint Repair Tech Sr (3:30pm - 12:00am)
Department:
FS Maintenance Services
Primary Campus:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Job Description:
50% - This is a lead position to assist in the troubleshooting, repair and preventative maintenance for various fire alarm, mechanical, electrical, 3 phase power, generator, plumbing and structural equipment. Performs lubrication, cleaning inspection, changes belts and filters in equipment. Performs repairs on heating ventilating and air conditioning units, reset fire alarm systems, electric motors, gear reducer, air compressors, various electrical and pneumatic control components.
40% - Responds to emergency calls involving loss of utilities or equipment failure. Resets breakers helps repair leaks in water or air lines. Repairs are performed as time and expertise permits. May assist Central Shop staff with more complex repairs. Assist in training and mentoring general maintenance staff.
10% - Other Related Work as Assigned: Maintains an adequate supply of tools, parts, and supplies for jobs. Responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Assists with other maintenance areas and in other work areas as assigned. Assists with snow removal and surface treatment.
Req ID (Ex: 10567BR) :
28201BR
Disclaimer:
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY.
Work Schedule:
Monday – Friday 3:30pm-12:00am
FLSA Status:
Nonexempt
Contact Information to Applicants:
Drew Goulden
785-864-3716
nimon76@ku.edu
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.
Three (3) years of experience in a skilled craft area. Certificate from a vocational school or an associate's degree in a building or mechanical trade area may be substituted for one year of the required experience.
Employee Class:
B-University Support Staff
Advertised Salary Range:
$40,000 - $48,281 + $.40 shift diff
FTE:
1.0
Preferred Qualifications:
One year of generator and/or life safety systems experience, as evidenced in application materials.
Experience with standard practices, tools, equipment and materials associated with a variety of skilled crafts and building trades, as evidenced in application materials.
Experience with occupational hazards and safety precautions of skilled crafts and building trades, as evidenced in application materials.
Coursework or work experience that demonstrates ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints, electrical or plumbing schematics, as demonstrated in application materials.
Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment, as evidenced in application materials.
Position Overview:
Facilities Services supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by operating and maintaining the University's physical plant and grounds. The incumbent is responsible for independently, or leading a team to perform a wide variety of maintenance and emergency repair tasks to University buildings (physical structure, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems), with the employee being involved in a regular program of inspection and repair at a journeyman level using more than one skilled trade. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles.
If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. Tuition assistance program offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and dependents! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance
Work schedule: Monday through Friday 3:30pm-12:00am
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Shift Differential:
40 cents
Application Review Begins:
24-Jun-2024
Anticipated Start Date:
15-Jul-2024
Additional Candidate Instruction:
A complete application will include your current contact information including email and phone number and your previous work experience including dates of employment. Please include the name and contact information to three references with your application.
Application review begins Monday, June 24th and will continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
Union:
055
Job Family:
Facilit Plan Design&Operat-KUL
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Position Requirements:
Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation.
Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors.
Operate work issued vehicles for transporting staff and materials
Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after-hours emergencies as needed.
Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.
Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required.
Must have a valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain the license throughout employment.