Maintenance Technician

University of Pikeville; Pikeville (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Telemedicine

Long-term disability

Tuition waivers

403(b) retirement plan

HSA

FSA

Dependent care accounts

Holiday schedule

Paid leave

Job summary

The University of Pikeville is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs across campus, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and grounds work.

Responsibilities include executing repairs, reporting defects, coordinating major repairs, and communicating with administrators to support campus events; a high school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience are preferred; a valid Kentucky driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; trade or technical training preferred.
• Three years of facilities care and maintenance experience.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct corrective and preventative maintenance.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
• Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required.
• Perform minor carpentry work to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens and furniture.
• Observe and report defects, wear and tear on facilities via the work order system.
• Assist in coordinating major repairs within scheduled periods.
• Communicate with key administrative and staff personnel for events requiring special arrangements.
• Inspect campus property to identify deficiencies and ensure corrections are made.
• Cooperate with trades and custodians in daily duties, including shipping/receiving.
• Assist with snow plowing, snow/ice removal, and lawn/shrubbery care; driving may be required.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Carpentry repairs

Plumbing repair

Electrical repair

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is seeking a Maintenance Technician to help with maintenance and minor repairs including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting and grounds on campus.

Responsibilities

• Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
• Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required.
• Perform minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors, hardware, screens and furniture.
• Observe and report, through the work order system, any and all defects, deterioration, and wear and tear on the facilities.
• Assist in coordinating major repairs within scheduled periods.
• Communication, as directed, with key administrative and staff personnel on special events and functions scheduled for campus that may require special arrangements and other duties that may be required.
• Inspect all campus property on a routine basis and assure that deficiencies are corrected.
• Assist as required and cooperate with all trades people and custodians in the performance of day to day duties and responsibilities, including shipping and receiving.
• Assist as required and/or directed with snow plowing, snow and ice removal, and lawn and shrubbery care around campus with the ability to drive vehicles.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Skill Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, trade or technical school diploma or degree is preferred.
• Three years’ experience in the care and maintenance of similar facilities.
• Any combination of education, training or experience which fulfills the requirements of the position and needs of the University of Pikeville.
• Ability to plan, organize, control, and direct all aspects of required corrective and preventative maintenance for all campus property.
• Ability to work within the overall organization of Facilities Management and work with skilled and unskilled personnel and administrators.
• Must possess good oral and written communication skills and be able to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to express ideas effectively and concisely.
• Must be willing to seek training to enhance or learn new skills.
• Must be accessible and available in the event of emergencies or when needed to meet the ongoing missions of the University.
• Must possess knowledge and technical skills required for the repair and maintenance of plumbing, heating, and electrical systems, fixtures, devices, and applications.
• Must possess the technical knowledge and skill to perform minor carpentry work and repairs.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kentucky Driver’s License.

The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts. UPIKE also offers a generous holiday schedule and paid leave program.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu.