Title: Senior Maintenance Technician

Employee Classification: Senior Maintenance Technician

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Operations & Business Mgmt

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Facilities Management Services

Department: HSC-Facilities Admin-356000

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $35,604.00 Annually

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Department Summary

Our goal is to make the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth a place where the facilities and grounds are aesthetically pleasing, clean, well maintained, energy efficient and appropriate to support the institutional mission, while providing a working environment that promotes teamwork and professionalism, and which provides responsive, friendly, and efficient customer support.

Position Overview

The Senior Maintenance Technician completes work in a manner that retains and improves customer satisfaction and quality of the surrounding area. Some of the work performed includes the following: removal and installation of floor tile, carpet tile, cove base, ceiling tile and grid; furniture and equipment assembly; room quality inspection and repair; assisting with furniture moves and event setups. This position also provides backup support for Locksmith and Fleet mechanic.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience in the use of standard hand tools.
Ability to satisfactorily perform tasks related to two of these trades- (Building maintenance, furniture assembly, locksmithing, auto repair)
Ability to maintain or improve customer relationships;
Ability to work in a fast paced environment;
Ability to use two-way radios to communicate;
Ability to use a computer for communication, data entry and research.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience assembling modular furniture.
Experience in building maintenance
Experience as a locksmith or automotive technician is a plus
Bilingual- English, Spanish

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Valid Texas Drivers License

Job Duties:

• Inspect all building interiors, correcting deficiencies with floors, ceilings, walls, furniture.
• Plan, design and install a variety wall mounted items using appropriate anchors.
• Coordinate with customers to ensure work quality and timeline meets their expectations.
• Prioritize work requests by setting priorities based on safety concerns, type of work, customer expectations, time and other factors.
• Create and maintain records for all work performed and purchases.
• Use a computer to organize daily tasks, communicate, enter data and complete training.
• Assist with moves, event set ups and other tasks when needed.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 100 pounds or more.
• Moving self in various positions to perform tasks in tight and confined spaces.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards:

• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Low temperatures.
• Outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.
• Elevated temperatures.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts or vibration.
• Noisy environments.
• Small and/or enclosed spaces.

Work Schedule:

Normal hours are Monday through Friday 7am-4pm. Some work outside of those hours may be necessary, including some weekend work.

Driving University Vehicle:

Yes

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.