Maintenance Repair Technician

Miami University; Oxford (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami University seeks a Maintenance Repair Technician to support campus facilities with essential maintenance tasks. The role focuses on basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical work, plus light custodial duties. A valid driver’s license is required to operate campus vehicles.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED with six months in a mechanical/trade field or MRW/BRW training. This is a regular, hourly position with a 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with six months in a mechanical/trade field (education/experience may be substituted).
• Completion of MRW or BRW training is required or can be substituted with equivalent experience.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet MVR policy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic carpentry tasks: replace windows, hang/fix doors, repair tile floors, hang shelves.
• Perform basic plumbing: fix leaks, replace sinks, fixtures and fittings.
• Potentially perform basic electrical tasks: switches, outlets, fixtures.
• Carry out basic mechanical maintenance on motors and small appliances.
• Maintain HVAC components by replacing belts and filters.
• Assist with custodial duties: sweeping, mopping, vacuuming.

Skills

Basic carpentry

Basic plumbing

Basic electrical

Mechanical aptitude

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

MRW/BRW training

Job description

Maintenance Repair Technician

Job Title Maintenance Repair Technician

Department Regional Physical Facilities

Worker Type Regular

Pay Type Hourly

Hourly Rate 16.9

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 Assists in maintaining University facilities by performing basic mechanical and craft repairs

Job Description

Essential Duties

• Performs basic carpentry tasks including replacing windows, hanging and fixing doors, repairing tile floors and ceiling, and hanging shelves, etc.
• Performs basic plumbing tasks including fixing leaks, replacing sinks, commodes and faucets, etc.
• May perform basic electrical tasks including replacing switches, outlets, dimmer, clocks, and light fixtures, etc.
• May perform basic mechanical tasks and preventive maintenance on electric motors and small appliances.
• May perform basic maintenance on AC/heating system including replacing belts and filters.
• May perform basic custodial tasks including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
• May require a valid driver's license and the ability to be a qualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.

Minimum Qualifications Requires a high school diploma or GED, six months experience in any mechanical/trade field, and completion of MRW or BRW training. An equivalent combination can be substituted for education and experience requirements.

Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to be a qualified driver under the Universities MVR policy.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of simple mechanical repair
• Basic knowledge of tools
• Mechanical aptitude

Special Instructions (if applicable)

None

Additional Information

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

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work

For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations

Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to [e-mail] or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

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.

Clery Act

As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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