Job description

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Facilities Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the University building systems, appliances and infrastructure including inspecting, testing, repairing, installing, and modifying components in and around buildings. The Facilities Maintenance Technician will prioritize safety and communication in their work and have working knowledge of all electrical safety regulations. The Facilities Maintenance Technician will be required to perform a wide range of repair tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Operates and maintains building systems and equipment related to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures.
Repair and paint drywall in residence halls.
Working knowledge of computer or mobile applications.
Uses personal protective equipment as required.
Ensures proper maintenance and safeguarding of materials and tools against theft or vandalism.
Complete required documentation of repairs and service information through the campus work order system.
Communicate with management any hazards or risks that require immediate attention.
Ensure adequate inventory of necessary supplies and parts
Calibrate equipment to provided specifications
Troubleshoot problems and make timely repairs.
Drives utility vehicles to and from work sites.
Participate in the on-call rotation and respond to calls after hours.
Ability to communicate effectively with both internal and external constituents in a collaborative environment
Ability to schedule and manage outside vendors when necessary.
Prepare and maintain reports and updates to management.
Complete additional duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalent. Minimum 5 years of general maintenance experience. Experience in a University setting preferred. Must possess strong knowledge of building trades and preventative maintenance experience; must have strong skills in organization and communication and possess great customer service. Valid Georgia drivers license and insurable driving record is required.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
The Facilities Maintenance Technician must have basic knowledge of general maintenance; knowledge and experience in building systems, appliances, carpentry and low voltage systems; experience or background in construction is a plus. Must have good interpersonal skills and be able to work well with supervisors, coworkers, University community and the public.

Work Environment/Physical Demands:
Majority of the tasks associated with this position will be performed indoors at multiple campus locations or buildings. Some duties will require the ability to function with exposure to seasonal weather conditions. May have exposure to potential hazards. Ability to stand, bend stop, kneel, reach lift pull, push, and walk for a minimum of three hours. Also, must possess the ability to lift at least 45 lbs. using safe lifting techniques.

This job description is intended as a summary of the primary responsibilities of and qualifications for this position. The job description is not intended as inclusive of all duties an individual in this position might be asked to perform or of all qualifications that may be required either now or in the future.

Job Type: Full-time

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