SR. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (2 POSITIONS)

University of California; Kingston (RI); On-site; USD 33,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rhode Island in Kingston, RI is seeking a Sr. Maintenance Technician (2 positions) to perform skilled tasks in the maintenance of machinery, buildings and equipment, and to supervise helpers.

The role requires knowledge of trades, ability to read pencil sketches and diagrams, and experience in building, electrical, or mechanical trades. The position offers pay of $23.96–$25.04 per hour and is full-time permanent.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of standard practices in trades related to general building maintenance.
• Experience in building and plant maintenance work with at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.
• Ability to supervise a small group of helpers; read pencil sketches/diagrams.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of plumbing fixtures, steam lines, steam heating and cooking equipment.
• Repair hospital sterilizers and mechanical systems.
• Repair and install piping for steam and water lines; maintain fixtures and lighting.

Skills

Building maintenance

Mechanical trades

Supervision

Reading diagrams

Education

Ten school grades

Job description

80 Lower College Road, Kingston, RI 02881

SR. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (2 POSITIONS)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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Position Information

Posting Number

Posting Number CS02292

Job Title

Job Title SR. MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN (2 POSITIONS)

Position Number

Position Number 5196 & 10320

FTE

FTE 2.00

FLSA

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $23.96 - $25.04 per hour

Salary Range

Pay Grade Level Grade 314G

Position Type

Union

Union C94/L528 - Council 94/Local 528 (Serv/Maint)

Status

Status Calendar Year, Full-time, Permanent

Restriction or Limitation Reason

End Date of Restriction or Limitation

Department Information

Department

Department Maintenance & Repair

Contact(s)

Karen G. Healey, MS
Specialist, Talent Acquisition
Office of Human Resource Administration
80 Lower College Road
Kingston, RI 02881

Contact Phone/Extension

Contact Phone/Extension 401-874-5267

Contact Email

Contact Email [e-mail]

Physical Demands

At the time of appointment must be physically qualified to perform assigned duties as evidenced by a physician’s certificate.

Campus Location

Building(s)

Grant Funded

Duties and Responsibilities

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES : To perform various skilled and semi-skilled tasks in the maintenance of machinery, buildings and equipment; to perform work of a skilled level in several trades; and related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED : Receives general directions and instructions from a superior with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgment; work is reviewed on completion.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED : Supervises helpers and others who are assigned to assist.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED :
To perform complex duties related to the maintenance of: plumbing fixtures, steam lines, steam heating and cooking equipment.
To repair hospital sterilizers.
To cut, thread and install pipe for steam and water lines.
To repair wall plugs and lighting equipment; to repair and recondition fans.
To make repairs and adjustments to laundry washing, drying and pressing machinery; to supervise helpers in the oiling and greasing of this equipment.
To operate lathes, millers, drills and other machine shop equipment.
To paint buildings, walls or other surfaces.
To perform masonry work in connection with buildings, foundations, walks and walls.
To repair doors, door frames and furniture; to fabricate and install temporary partitions; to operate and maintain wood lathes, sanders, joiners, power saws, planes and related power and hand tools.
To make repairs to roofs and install flashing and spouts.
To make minor repairs on refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
To weld and braze metals by use of arc and acetylene welders.
To do related work as required.

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT :

KNOWLEDGE , SKILLS AND CAPACITIES : A working knowledge of the standard practices, materials, tools, and processes involved in trades related to general building maintenance; a working knowledge of the operation of mechanical equipment; a working knowledge of the use of common tools and materials; the ability to make varied repairs without supervision; and ability to supervise a small group of helpers; the ability to work from pencil sketches and diagrams; and related capacities and abilities.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

EDUCATION : Such as may have been gained through completion of ten school grades; and

EXPERIENCE : Such as may have been gained through employment in building and plant maintenance work which has involved at least two of the building, electrical or mechanical trades.

OR: any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Environmental Conditions

This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently a State employee who is a member of AFSCME/Council 94?
  • Yes--IF YES, I understand that if I am the most senior lateral transfer bidder, fully qualified and in good standing, that I MUST ACCEPT THIS POSITION.
  • No
• * Have you completed ten school grades?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Have you gained experience through employment in building and plant maintenance work which has involved at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades? Please explain which trade(s) and support your answer within the application, resume, and/or cover letter.

  (Open Ended Question)