Utilities Distribution Technician Assoc

About the role

Reporting to the Utilities Distribution Systems Supervisor, this entry-level position will learn and be trained to perform utilities distribution requirements ensuring the University of Kentucky – Lexington Healthcare and Academic Campuses have building utility systems that function properly and are safe and pleasant for students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors. The Utilities Distribution Technician Associate will learn the value added by reducing the need for emergency repairs, extending the lives of equipment and saving money; and how prompt restoration of service limits business interruptions and may save lives. Multiple positions available.

Responsibilities

• Learn and perform utilities distribution requirements across the University of Kentucky – Lexington Healthcare and Academic Campuses
• Ensure building utility systems function properly and maintain safe, pleasant environments for students, faculty, staff, patients, and visitors
• Reduce need for emergency repairs through proper maintenance and attention to systems
• Extend equipment life and contribute to cost savings
• Participate in prompt restoration of service to limit business interruptions
• Work both indoors and outdoors in field activities exposed to various weather elements, loud noises, fumes, below ground surfaces, heights over four feet, confined spaces, wet environments, and temperature extremes
• Perform physical activities requiring considerable use of arms, legs, and whole body movement including climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials
• Work off scissor lifts, aerial lifts, and ladders
• Work in teams as well as independently

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 1 year of relevant experience (manual labor, landscaping, cleaning, warehouse, or maintenance repairs)
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull objects up to 50lbs
• Ability to stand or walk with objects up to 25lbs
• Ability to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods
• Capability to lift heavy loads (50lbs+), work outdoors in inclement weather, and perform tasks like walking, crawling, climbing, and crouching
• Basic mechanical aptitude and familiarity with mechanical hand/power tools
• MS Windows/Office proficiency
• KRONOS and SAP familiarity

Preferred qualifications

• Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals
• High School Diploma or GED plus 1 year of relevant experience (as listed above)

Schedule

7:30am – 4:15pm, Monday – Friday. Hours of work may vary dependent upon situational factors, emergencies, crisis management, and/or weather-related factors requiring nights, weekends, and holiday response.