Multi-Trade Maintenance Generalist II

UF ECE Ambassadors; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida is seeking a Maintenance Generalist II to support facilities operations across campus, performing welding, plumbing, painting, carpentry and locksmith tasks as needed.

This full-time, essential position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience; vocational training may substitute for experience. The role supports event setup and daily maintenance, with CMMS/BAS systems in use.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to determine installation or repair requirements.
• Preferred: experience in a research, hospital or university setting; trades experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, etc.

Responsibilities

• General Maintenance Operations: Builds/installs shelves, cabinets, lab tops, doors, and trays; hangs signs, pictures and boards; repairs hinges and closures.
• Assist with event setup and general repairs.
• Replace ballasts, outlets, switches, and light bulbs; hang light fixtures; repair frayed cords.
• Inspect sinks, drinking fountains, urinals, toilets; unclog drains; install pipes; minor repairs to sinks and disposals.
• Replace floor/ceiling tiles; caulk around fixtures.
• Move equipment, freezers and furniture; work with lab support equipment.
• Respond to emergency calls and alarms; evaluate and repair or escalate as needed.
• Estimate labor/materials for work requests; may order supplies; document hours.

Skills

English communication

Welding

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CMMS Micromain

BAS software

Footprints

Job description

The University of Florida is seeking a Maintenance Generalist II to support facilities operations across campus, performing welding, plumbing, painting, carpentry and locksmith tasks as needed.

This full-time, essential position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience; vocational training may substitute for experience. The role supports event setup and daily maintenance, with CMMS/BAS systems in use.