Skilled Trades Tech II (FOSS)

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston is seeking a skilled Facilities Operations technician in Houston, Texas. This position requires at least three years of relevant experience in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and HVAC maintenance. The role involves establishing preventative maintenance schedules, ordering supplies, and assisting in larger projects. A high school diploma or equivalent, along with a valid Texas Driver License, is required. All applicants must pass a criminal history check as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation, and mathematical functions.
• Minimum of three years of directly related experience.
• Valid Texas Driver License required.

Responsibilities

• Establish and perform preventative maintenance schedules.
• Order supplies and maintain inventory levels.
• Assist with training other maintenance personnel.
• Perform duties in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, etc.
• Assist in larger projects and event setups.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Electrical skills

General maintenance

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

At least 288 hours of related study

Job description

Overview

Department: Facilities Operations for SS Salary: Commensurate with Experience/Education

Description

Functions in a highly skilled craft capacity under minimal supervision. Provides basic to intermediate service for mechanical and electrical devices. Works in general construction and maintenance, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, general maintenance exterior maintenance, and scheduled moves and event setup. Pursuant to the State of Texas Executive Order No. GA-48, this position researches, works on, or has access to critical infrastructure and requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the University infrastructure. This position requires personnel be routinely reviewed to determine whether or not criminal history or continuous connections for the government or political apparatus of a foreign adversary might prevent the employee from being able to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.

• Establishes and performs preventative maintenance schedule for equipment and facilities.
• Orders supplies and materials and maintains adequate inventory levels for skill trades.
• May assist with training other maintenance personnel.
• Performs the duties of skill trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, general maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, roofing and exterior maintenance as required.
• Selects materials to complete work requests or projects.
• Assists other specialized crafts in larger, more complex projects, and assists other shops as needed including scheduled moves and event setup.
• May be considered essential personnel and may be assigned to serve on special task force during periods of emergency.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

MQ: Requires a basic knowledge of grammar, spelling, punctuation and simple mathematical functions like percentages, ratios, etc. as might normally be acquired through attainment of a high school diploma or equivalent (GED). Prefer at least 288 hours of classroom and related study as designated by apprenticeship standards.

Experience: Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience. Certification/Licensing: Works toward fulfillment of second year apprenticeship requirements as outlined in a U.S. Department of Labor registered apprenticeship program.

Will require a valid Texas Driver License.

• Department is willing to accept education in lieu of experience.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are Equal Opportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply.