Maintenance Technician 631773

Contact: Kiel Pepper, kiel.pepper@okstate.edu

Schedule

Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends.

Pay

$15.52 - $16.14 hourly

About the Role

Works with minimal supervision to perform skilled duties related to facility operations. Duties include construction and general maintenance and repair of building components; mechanical, electrical, plumbing. May also include assistance with moving of furniture and equipment.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• One to two years' experience in general trades maintenance associated with facilities or related field
• Valid Oklahoma driver's license

Skills

• Thorough understanding of interior building construction
• High degree of attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship
• Basic knowledge and ability to perform general maintenance repairs associated with construction, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing
• Knowledgeable with voltage meters, airflow, pressure, and other common capacity testing devices
• Ability to follow safe work practices, procedures, and policies
• Responsible for documentation of all work performed including maintenance operation reports, service requests, and replacement needs
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and independently
• Versatile and flexible in accomplishing multiple daily maintenance tasks while standing on ladders, lifts, and other raised or elevated surfaces
• Dependable, responsible, and prompt
• Demonstrated knowledge of office technologies including office computers, internet, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively with high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate diplomatically, clearly, and effectively, both verbally and in writing
• High degree of initiative to work independently and collaborate in a team environment
• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively convey messages through 2-way radio, text, or email
• Passion for assisting customers and representing the OSU-OKC and OSU brand with positivity and professionalism
• Demonstrated history of ethical and professional behavior

Preferred Qualifications

• More than two years' experience in general trades maintenance associated with facilities or related field
• Ability to assist, execute, and exceed expectations associated with carpentry related repairs and/or installations, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical

Responsibilities

• Efficiently and safely operate power equipment
• Assist in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; including preventative maintenance, construction, and renovation projects
• Perform HVAC preventive maintenance, especially filter replacements, scheduling, and ordering for the campus
• Assist in construction and facilities related maintenance, installation, and projects
• Assist in performing diagnosis and repair of all light fixtures on campus
• Responsible for documentation of all daily work performed including maintenance operation reports, work order requests, and replacement parts
• Assist with moving heavy equipment including office furniture and tables
• Assist with other assignments within the department
• Keep University tools, equipment, and work areas clean, maintained, and in good working condition
• Follow safe work practices and policies
• Complete all mandatory training and participate in a minimum of two professional development days each year
• Perform other duties as assigned

Working Conditions

• Indoor and outdoor working environment
• May be occasionally exposed to extreme weather conditions
• Ability to work nights and weekends when required
• Dust and small debris falling from ceiling tiles while being removed
• Work with chemicals such as cleaners, solvents, and grease
• Must present a clean and professional uniform appearance while maintaining normal and acceptable standards of personal hygiene
• Protective mask and other impervious Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on all construction jobs as posted and as the situation dictates

Physical Requirements

• Extensive reaching, crawling/kneeling, standing/walking, bending/stooping, squatting/crouching, pushing/pulling, and climbing
• Repetitive movement of hand/wrist
• Ability and flexibility to tilt head backwards for extended periods of time
• Work on ladders with extensive use of arms overhead
• Requires ability and adequate dexterity to carry ladders, operate power tools, and equipment required for the job
• Manual dexterity/visual ability to operate motor vehicles, scissor lifts, and other motorized equipment
• Physical and mental stamina to climb roof ladder accesses, working on top of buildings, and on extended power lift platforms to perform essential job functions
• Ability to lift/carry 45 pounds (two-person lift required for objects over 45 pounds)