Multicraft Facilities Maintenance Technician

Indiana University Bloomington; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University is seeking an Intermediate Licensed Trades Technician to perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair on HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry systems across campus in Bloomington. You will diagnose issues, use blueprints, and apply safety-conscious methods to keep building services running smoothly.

This role requires 2 years of multi-craft maintenance experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (HSED or GED).
• 2 years of multi-craft maintenance experience in facilities upkeep.
• Possesses a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to read blueprints and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of building codes and campus standards.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled maintenance and repair on HVAC systems and related equipment.
• Install and repair wiring, electrical components, plumbing and carpentry tasks.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical problems using manuals and blueprints.
• Conduct routine preventive maintenance to keep systems running smoothly.
• Drive university vehicles as needed and assist with snow removal.
• Direct and support others in daily workload and priorities.

Skills

Safety awareness

English communication

Time management

Professionalism

Quality focus

Multi-craft maintenance

Ability to read blueprints

Team leadership assistance

Customer relations

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring instruments

Electrical testing devices

Job description

Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities(CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional,and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning,research, and community engagement across the entire university. Aunit within CPF, Facility Operations , maintains our physical campus to supportresearch, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington.As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operationsprovides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating abeautiful, well-functioning campus.

Job Summary

• Performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair on HVAC systems.Checks air vents and installs window air conditioning units.
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs wiring, electrical andelectronic components, machinery, equipment, and appliances.
• Repairs and performs minor maintenance on pipe systems andplumbing fixtures including repair of faucet leaks, vandal-proofstoppers, and shower heads. Clears drains using plunger andspring.
• Diagnoses mechanical problems and determines corrective steps,checking blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs asnecessary.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machinescontinue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, andthe physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate. Repairsor replaces defective equipment parts using hand tools and powertools, and reassembles equipment.
• Repairs and replaces dry wall, paint, screens, glass, doors anddoor hardware, shade blinds, furniture, lamps, handrails, ceiling,and floor tiles, baseboard molding strips, etc. Repairs desk lamps,ceiling lights, sweepers, wet vacs, etc. Replaces light switches,ceiling lights, and fluorescent fixtures.
• Maintains parts, supplies, and equipment and advises supervisorwhen supplies need to be ordered. Uses tools ranging from commonhand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, andwrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical andelectronic testing devices.
• Assists in directing the work of others.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned,including general building maintenance duties. Drives Universityvehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a dayemergency response as needed. Assist with snow removal activitiesas necessary.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of multi-craft maintenance experience in facilitiesupkeep.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured byIndiana University upon date of hire.

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient in English with written and verbal communicationskills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamicenvironment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even underpressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with externalconstituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successfulcompletion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Friendly and service-oriented.
• General knowledge of multi-craft maintenance in carpentry,electric, heating/cooling, and plumbing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and writteninstructions.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to performjob duties.
• Ability to operate the specific tools used in the area ofexpertise, including related tools and equipment.
• Ability to use a computer.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures andbackgrounds.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes, campus standards, andordinances.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, and sketches.

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary positionas well as the ability to move about the workplace for longdurations. It requires effective communication, the ability tooperate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires theability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one'sself in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/orgases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and movein tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person inthis role must be able to perform the essential functions with orwithout an accommodation.

Available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) whenweather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to takecare of the campus.

Additional Information

The successful applicant will need to be available for daytimetraining for the first 6 months of employment.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Work Location

3:30 P.M.-12:00 A.M., Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday throughMonday.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a widearray 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, criticalillness, and supplemental accidental death & dismembermentinsurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject tovesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IUcourses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteerevents
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IUBenefit Programs Brochure .

Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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