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Nature of Work: This is work performing two or more skilled trades in the maintenance of buildings and/or equipment.

Typical Responsibilities: Installs and maintains electric, mechanical and groundskeeping equipment Installs and maintains valves, sinks, wash bowls, sewers, and other sanitary fixtures. Performs a variety of brick, concrete, and carpentry work. Performs electric and acetylene welding and brazing. Assists in the maintenance of heating and air conditioning equipment. Operates lathes, drill presses, threading machines, and grinding machines. During declared campus emergencies, this position may be required to perform specific job related duties at a designated off campus location or place of residence.

Required Qualifications: Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades; or a high school diploma and three years of experience directly related to the job functions. Directly related college coursework or vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

This is skilled trades work in plumbing, electrical and air conditioning equipment installation, maintenance and repair. This position requires a positive, self-motivated person with excellent interpersonal communication skills, willing to work in an environment requiring strong emphasis on providing superior customer service in conformance with the Universitys mission and values. Housing and Residence Life is an integral part of the Division of Student Affairs, and as such, is measured by its ability to successfully interact with students and to assist in their individual needs and concerns. To this end, the Maintenance Mechanic will often be required to demonstrate a caring and patient attitude, utilize conflict resolution skills, and to ensure that every effort is made to create satisfied students.

The Maintenance Mechanic will be responsible for all maintenance related tasks and all other duties as assigned. This includes completion of work orders and the following trades: 20% - Plumbing a)Install/maintain/alters/repair sinks, faucets, showers, toilets, urinals, drinking fountains, hot water heaters, valves, etc b)Install/repair galvanized,PVC,CPVCand copper pipes for potable water supplies and hot/cold water supply lines for fixtures c)Use proper pipe connection procedures, such as soldering copper pipes and fittings and check for leaks d)Unstop/repair/replace sanitary drain lines e)Operate electric drain routing machine to open drain lines 20% - Electric a)Install/maintain/alter/repair electrical systems (under and above ground), conduit (underground, exterior and interior), external light fixtures and poles (roadway, parking lot, sidewalk and building), interior light fixtures, power appliances, light machinery, electrical controls (switches, breakers, fuses and panel boxes), transformers, outlets, computer and telephone cables and circuits, etc b)Replace ballasts and bulbs in light fixtures c)Troubleshoot/repair power and lighting circuits 20% - Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Work a)Install/maintain/adjust campus refrigeration air conditioning, heating and ventilation equipment and duct work b)Evacuate/recharge air conditioning systems with refrigerants c)Remove/overhaul/replace compressors, condensers, etc d)Inform supervisor of repair parts and materials needed to be requisitioned 20% - Preventive Maintenance Work a)Inspect/clean/replace filters forHVACunits in compliance withEPAcertification b)Lubricate electric motors c)Inspect campus emergency generators, make minor field adjustments and report major malfunctions d)Check all elevators 20% - Equipment Operation and Maintenance a)Possess the ability to properly and safely operate equipment b)Check all equipment and vehicles c)Follow all established and recommended procedures for the safe and effective operation of equipment Follow Safety Guidelines and Maintenance a)Adhere to federal, state, local campus and departmental safety regulations during the performance of assigned duties b)Stay alert for safety violations by other employees that may injure those employees, this employee, or other persons in the area c)Report all unsafe situations immediately to supervisor or higher authority d)Take immediate action to personally stop unsafe acts if delay to inform supervisor may allow accident to occur This position is designated as a Tier 2 respondent for designated campus emergencies and events. In this event of a declared campus emergency, the position incumbent will make every effort to return to campus when directed.

Department

Housing and Residence Life

Compensation

$18.67 to Negotiable Hourly

Equal Opportunity

In 2020, the University of North Florida (UNF) received the prestigious INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, the only application-based national award for U.S. colleges and universities that exhibit an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion across their campuses. In addition, UNF ranked highest among the HEED institutions and was recognized as a 2020 Diversity Champion.

The University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.

Carnegie

UNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the Universitys collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNFs mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens.

Statement(s) of Understanding

This position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.

The holder of this position is designated as a Responsible Employee pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the Universitys Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX Coordinator.