Maintenance Technician

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Current employees must apply internally via ConnectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

The University of Mississippi

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Department Summary

The University of Mississippi Facilities Management Department strives to provide an environment where you can flourish and grow. At Ole Miss, we value Safety, Customer Service Excellence, Teamwork, Innovation, and integrity and respect. We strive to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Our department is a dynamic and integral part of the University, and we believe in investing in our employees' growth and development.

Role Specifications

Below you will find classification and compensation information.  For additional details behind the University of Mississippi classification system please visit Human Resource Compensation Page

Family -  Facilities Operations

Sub-Family - Maintenance

Career Track / Level - O2

Grade - 5

Role Summary

This position performs routine plumbing, electrical, carpentry and HVAC maintenance in a research environment.

Examples of Work Performed

• Inspects and performs routine preventive maintenance on machines, equipment, and parts.
• Documents observations made and actions taken while inspecting machines, equipment, and parts.
• Responds to maintenance emergency calls. Replaces or repairs worn, damaged, or leaking plumbing fixtures.
• Repairs and alters existing secondary electrical circuit.
• Services, repairs, or replaces electrical appliances, motors, fuses, switches, and outlets.
• Selects proper materials, reads electrical schematics and uses electrical instruments and hand tools.
• Ensures the provision of an efficient and well maintained electrical service.
• Inspects, cleans and resets boilers. Inspects, repairs and replaces light fixtures, ceiling tiles, windows and floors, as needed.
• Performs routine carpentry work.
• Repairs drywall/plaster and paint in guest rooms and public areas as needed.
• Checks, resets, and repairs HVAC equipment.
• Ensures all assigned tasks are in compliance with department, University, Southeastern Conference and NCAA rules and regulations.
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.
• Inspect and perform routine preventative maintenance on machines equipment and parts
• Inspect assigned buildings for maintenance repairs
• Use work order management system to receive assigned work orders and document work completed
• Respond to emergency calls
• Replace or repair plumbing fixtures or pipes
• Repair secondary electrical circuits, electrical appliances, motors, switches, outlets Inspect and repair or replace light fixtures, ceiling tiles, windows, doors, flooring
• Perform routine carpentry work
• Check and reset HVAC equipment and boilers
• Participate in after hours on-call schedule

Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following.  Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring department.

1. Utilizes specialized equipment to repair and maintain complex machinery, equipment and facility property to prevent further damage and ensure optimal operation.
2. Performs routine and non-routine facility inspections.
3. Troubleshoots, escalates and documents issues according to established policies and procedures.
4. Researches and orders repair parts through the Facilities Management storeroom process.
5. Repairs if possible and makes referrals to trade shops as necessary.

Minimum Education/Experience

Education: High School or Equivalent

Experience: (2) Two Years Experience

Licensure: Must have a valid drivers license

Substitution Statement: An equivalent combination of related experience and education may be considered for this role. Substitutions of the required experience or education will be assessed on a 1:1 substitution basis.

EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.

Minimum Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:  These physical requirements are not exhaustive, and additional job-related physical requirements may be added to these by individual agencies on an as needed basis. 

Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

Physical Exertion:  The incumbent may be required to lift up to approximately 100 pounds.

Vision:  Requirements of this job include close vision. Speaking/Hearing: Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.

Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is frequently required to talk and hear; and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The incumbent is periodically required to sit. The incumbent is occasionally required to stand; walk; and reach with hands and arms

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.