Maintenance Planning Specialist (Electrical)

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 26,708 - 38,038; Part time

Job summary

Miami University is seeking a Maintenance Planning Specialist (Electrical) to oversee and control maintenance operations on campus. This role includes planning, scheduling, and ensuring the maintenance of building equipment with a focus on electrical systems.

The ideal candidate must have relevant training and experience, along with strong knowledge of facility systems and safety practices. This position requires effective communication skills and experience with computerized maintenance management software.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Ability to maintain detailed records of maintenance activities.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Plans and maintains the overall scheduling of maintenance activities.
• Develops preventive maintenance programs and maintains equipment history.
• Ensures all data are correctly entered and updated in CMMS.

Skills

Knowledge of relevant facility systems

Ability to read and interpret technical data

Effective communication skills

Skill in business application software

Education

Nine months training beyond high school in a relevant trade

Three years of experience in a relevant trade

Tools

Computerized maintenance management software (CMMS)

Job description

Job Title

Maintenance Planning Specialist (Electrical)

Department

Building Maintenance

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

23.5

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Plans, organizes and controls a defined portion of a planned maintenance operation for a University campus. Responsible for the overall long-term and daily planning, and scheduling of a defined group's maintenance activities. Establish and maintain an accurate inventory of related, existing building equipment and systems. This focus of this position is the electrical trade. Hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with reasonable flexibility for operational needs.

Job Description

• Provides direction, focus, guidance, support, prioritization and oversight for a section of a planned maintenance program (electrical).
• Ensures equipment and systems data are entered and maintained in CMMS; develops detailed maintenance procedures; prepares daily work schedules; reviews maintenance plan program effectiveness; reviews and compiles predictive analyses or results obtained by maintenance staff.
• Develops a preventive maintenance (PM) program; maintains equipment history.
• Verification of parts and/or materials needed for completion of scheduled work; assembles the planned job package which contains detailed work order(s), job plan detail by task, safety, labor deployment plan by craft and skill, bill of material, acquisition plan - parts procurement, required permits, clearances, etc.; and prints sketches, photos, special procedures specifications, sizes, tolerances, and other technical references.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires nine months training beyond high school in a relevant trade and three years of experience in a relevant trade, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to be a qualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.
• May require certificate of specialized training for some positions.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of relevant facility systems, such as electrical systems, building automation systems, fire alarm systems, plumbing, HVAC, roof systems and building structures or other operational areas.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and safe work practices.
• Ability to read, interpret, and understand drawings, specifications, sequences of operation, control drawings, and other technical data.
• Ability to successfully handle multiple tasks at once, and be able to determine appropriate priorities; must be able to make independent interpretations and make appropriate decisions.
• Ability to maintain detailed and complete records of maintenance and repair activities.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, to a wide range of persons.
• Skill in interpersonal communication to effectively interact with university personnel and public (e.g., to answer routine questions, to explain policies and procedures, and resolve problems).
• Skill in business application software, to include word processor, spreadsheet, and database programs; must be experienced in the use of a computerized maintenance management software (CMMS) program.

Working Conditions

Physical effort usually requires considerable walking, standing, and lifting materials weighing 25 to 50 pounds. Periodic assignments given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant situations. Some possibility of personal risk due to accidents.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560.