Maintenance Technician

Indiana University Indianapolis; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Indianapolis seeks a skilled facilities maintenance professional to provide high-quality repair and maintenance services across campus. The ideal candidate will hold a high school diploma, possess extensive maintenance experience, and demonstrate strong communication and technical skills. This role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a chance to be part of a dedicated team serving the university community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental insurance

Generous paid time off plans

Tuition subsidy for employees and family members

Paid leave for new parents

Qualifications

• 5 years verifiable journey-level experience OR Certificate in DOL apprenticed trade.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured.

Responsibilities

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work.
• Assembles, installs and repairs systems and machinery.
• Drives university vehicles and assists with snow removal.

Skills

Proficient communication skills

Time management

Flexibility

Problem resolution

Technical knowledge

Customer relationship management

Safety practices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

CAMPUS FACILITY SERVICE GENERA (IN-CFSG-IUINA)

Campus Facility Services (CFS) is proud to provide all Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a high-quality physical environment. We provide maintenance, grounds and custodial services for more than 70 buildings and parking garages and over 300 acres of lawns, trees, plantings, sidewalks and parking lots. The department is also a frequent partner with IU Capital Projects on campus renovation projects and new construction initiatives.

Our Mission - People serving the campus community and caring for the physical environment in support of the Indiana University Indianapolis mission.

Our Vision - Earning customer trust through caring, connected, and competent service professionals.

For information about the department, please visit: Campus Facility Services.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on campus buildings, facilities, equipment or machinery.
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs: wiring, electrical and electronic components, plumbing/pipe systems, physical structures, fixtures, paint, HVAC systems, locks/access systems, compressors, generators, engines, etc.
• Diagnoses problems and determines corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassembles equipment.
• May lead other maintenance staff on projects or assist in a general maintenance capacity when others are in a lead role.
• Maintains parts, supplies, and equipment advising supervisor when supplies need to be ordered.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Drive University vehicles as needed.
• Work any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed. Assist with snow removal activities as necessary. Must be available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus.
  
  

EDUCATION

Required

• High School diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)
  
  

Required

WORK EXPERIENCE

• 5 years verifiable journey-level experience OR
• Certificate in DOL apprenticed trade (electrical/plumbing/HVAC/carpentry)
  
  

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon hire
• May be required to acquire and maintain a material-specific abatement certification, supervisor certification or other required certifications.
  
  

Skills

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to perform job duties in area of expertise
• General knowledge of multi-craft maintenance in carpentry, electric, heating/cooling, and plumbing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate the specific tools used in the area of expertise, including related tools and equipment such as common hand and power tools, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
• May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications
  
  

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
  
  

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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