**Maintenance Technician

Job ID:312808 Location:South Bend, Indiana Full/Part Time:Full-Time

Department

PHYSICAL PLANT (SB-PHYP-IUSBA)

Job Summary

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on campus buildings, facilities, equipment or machinery.
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs: wiring, electrical and electronic components, plumbing/pipe systems, physical structures, fixtures, paint, HVAC systems, locks/access systems, compressors, generators, engines, etc.
• Diagnoses problems and determines corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassembles equipment.
• May lead other maintenance staff on projects or assist in a general maintenance capacity when others are in a lead role.
• Maintains parts, supplies, and equipment advising supervisor when supplies need to be ordered.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Drives University vehicles as needed.
• Works any shift as needed.
• Provides 24-hour a day emergency response as needed.
• Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years of verifiable journey-level experience;
• ORCertificate in DOL apprenticed trade (electrical/plumbing/HVAC/carpentry)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to perform job duties in area of expertise
• General knowledge of multi-craft maintenance in carpentry, electric, heating/cooling, and plumbing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate the specific tools used in the area of expertise, including related tools and equipment such as common hand and power tools, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations of time. It requires effective communication and the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, to position one's self in low level positions, and detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections.

The person is this role must be available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Indiana University South Bend campus

South Bend, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$48,880.00 per year

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and ADandD options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

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