Maintenance Technician I

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Job Description Summary

Job Description

• Electrical: assists with repairs to electrical systems, outlets and cords; assists with installation of motors and belts; assist with responses to all electrical work requests; assist with preventive maintenance on electrical equipment as scheduled. All under direct supervision.

• Plumbing: stops overflowing and clogged toilets; unstops showers and sinks; assists with repairs to valves, gaskets and lines (this includes but is not limited to water, sewer, steam and condensate lines); assist with responses to all requests for plumbing service as directed; assist with performing preventive maintenance on plumbing equipment as scheduled. All work under direct supervision.

• HVAC: assists with repairs to all types of industrial HVAC equipment - this includes assisting with repairs on fan coil units; changing filters and fan belts; opening HVAC drains; assist with responses to all work requests for HVAC needs; also includes assisting with preventive maintenance on HVAC equipment as scheduled. All under direct supervision.

• Carpentry: assist with carpentry repairs on doors, door hardware, windows, storm window fabrication, walls, shelving, and other carpentry repairs as needed. All under direct supervision.

• Painting: assist with patching, caulking, priming, staining and painting ceilings, walls, doors, windows and other items as needed. All work under direct supervision.

• Act in the capacity of a general maintenance technician in assigned buildings, preventive maintenance tasks, and work orders.

• Ability to work with and communicate with those who are subtly or obviously different from oneself.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Is considered an essential employee as designated in the Facilities Management Severe Weather Policy.

• Is subject to recall after hours in the event of campus emergencies, disasters or other special needs as directed by management.

• Provide excellent service to internal and external department customers.

• Reports all matters of safety to the appropriate Supervisor and to the Safety Director if necessary.

• Follows all University and departmental policies and procedures.

• High school diploma with one to four years related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Valid driver license with a good driving record; must be insurable.

• Ability to effectively communicate in English with students, faculty, and staff.

• Ability to read, understand and abide by all safety policies and procedures.

• Ability to effectively utilize computer software and systems to communicate, monitor, interface, and troubleshoot systems as required.

• Ability to use an Ipad or similar to review daily work orders and enter comments.

• Basic knowledge and skills in the preventive maintenance, repair, and installation of building systems as needed. These systems include, but are not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building interiors.

• Heavy work. Talking, hearing, climbing, stooping, kneeling, standing, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, grasping. Close visual acuity to perform an activity such as operation of machines; using measurement devices; and/or visual inspections of small parts or devices. Subject to both environmental conditions: Activities occur inside and outside. Subject to hazards.

• Prefer specialized training in a skilled trade.

• Familiarity with facilities maintenance.

Responsible for own work only

Additional Job Description

Note:

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employee's supervisor.

To help provide a safe learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply. Wake Forest University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in employment for individuals with disabilities.

Time Type Requirement

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.

WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.