General Maint Repair Tech Senior - Electrical - 24608BR
General Maint Repair Tech Senior - Electrical
General Maint Repair Tech Senior - Electrical
Department:
FS Maintenance Services
Location/Division:
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
Work Location Assignment:
On-Site
Reg/Temp:
Regular
Employee Class:
B-University Support Staff
Position Overview
Facilities Services supports KU’s mission of learning, scholarship, student experience and creative endeavor by operating and maintaining the University’s physical plant and grounds. The incumbent will function as part of a team of maintenance staff who are responsible for the instrumentation and life safety systems maintenance program within the Facilities Services department. The incumbent performs inspections, maintains records of equipment, performs proactive and reactive repairs, and may occasionally respond to equipment failures and campus wide emergencies. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles.
If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees and dependents. KU is a great place to work!
Work Schedule – 7:30am-4pm, Monday through Friday.
If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees and dependents. KU is a great place to work!
Work Schedule – 7:30am-4pm, Monday through Friday.
Job Description
50% General Maintenance, inspection and repair. Assists in the repairs and preventive maintenance for various lighting and electrical assets. Performs inspections and minor repairs accordingly. May act as a lead technician to more junior in-house technicians. May act as liaison for contracted services.
35% Responds to emergency calls involving lighting and other electrical assets. Responds using standard protocols and communication channels. Inspects and reports deficiencies and root causes. Communicates all relevant information to electricians and other tradespeople as needed when jobs escalate.
10% Other related general maintenance work as assigned. Maintains tools, parts and supplies. Assists with other maintenance inspections and needs. Assists with campus wide maintenance activities such as snow removal as needed.
5% Performs other related work as assigned.
35% Responds to emergency calls involving lighting and other electrical assets. Responds using standard protocols and communication channels. Inspects and reports deficiencies and root causes. Communicates all relevant information to electricians and other tradespeople as needed when jobs escalate.
10% Other related general maintenance work as assigned. Maintains tools, parts and supplies. Assists with other maintenance inspections and needs. Assists with campus wide maintenance activities such as snow removal as needed.
5% Performs other related work as assigned.
Position Requirements
- Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation.
- Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors.
- Operate work issued vehicles for transporting staff and materials.
- Working knowledge of an electric meter. Take amp, volt and ohm readings.
- Experience with use of power tools, drills, saws, etc.
- Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after-hours emergencies as needed.
- Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
- Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.
- Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required.
Required Qualifications
- Two years of experience in a building or facility service trade (Ex. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grounds, relocation etc.) Associate degree or vocational school certification may be substituted for one year of the requirement.
- High School diploma or GED equivalency.
- Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional experience with light electrical duties: re-lamping, re-ballasting, residential and commercial wiring (switches and outlets), etc.
- Professional electrical, HVAC or plumbing experience.
- Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of electrical skilled crafts and building trades.
- Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment.
Additional Candidate Instructions
Please include the following with your completed online application:
- Resume addressing how you meet the required qualifications
- Cover letter
- Names and contact information to three references
Contact Information to Applicants
David Alvarez
d1960alvarez@ku.edu
d1960alvarez@ku.edu
Advertised Salary Range
No less than $42,000 annually ($20.19 hourly). Salary offers increase with relevant experience.
Work Schedule
Work Schedule – 7:30am-4pm, Monday through Friday.
Application Review Begins
24-Mar-2023
Anticipated Start Date
17-Apr-2023