Lead Building Services Technician

The University of Memphis, United States

Updated: 9 days ago
Location: Memphis, TENNESSEE
Deadline: 24 May 2024

Posting Information


Posting Number SAECC3250
Advertised Title Lead Building Services Technician
Campus Location Main Campus (Memphis, TN)
Position Number 002100
Category Staff (Hourly/Monthly)
Department Physical Plant
Minimum Position Qualifications
A minimum of two (2) years of custodial related experience or one (1) year previous related UofM experience. Must be able to read and follow written instructions in the proper execution of assigned tasks.
Must possess and maintain a valid Driver’s License.
Special Conditions
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
May be assigned one of the following shifts based on needs:
6:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Posting Date 05/14/2024
Closing Date 05/24/2024
Open Until Screening Begins
Hiring Range $16.00 per hour
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time: Benefits Eligible
Working Conditions
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Additional Working Conditions
Special Instructions to Applicants
All applications must be submitted online at workforum.memphis.edu.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and reference list after completing your application if required by the system. Required work experience is based on full-time hours. Part-time work experience will be prorated as listed.
Candidates called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the interview date.
Is this posting for UofM employees only? No
Positions Supervised
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
•Knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
•Detail-oriented and thorough.
•Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools or equipment used in routine maintenance.
•Ability to keep the premises clean and orderly.
•Ability to interact with staff, students, and visitors while remaining professional, polite, and courteous.
Additional Position Information
Benefits of Employment (Applies to full-time, non-police employees only)





Job Duties


Duties & Responsibilities
Performs general functions such as cleaning windows and glass (inside/outside), mirrors, woodwork, screens, cove base, thresholds, and kick plates. Sanitizes toilets, mirrors, restrooms, fixtures, doorknobs and handles. Checks and refills toilet paper, paper towel, sanitary napkin, and soap dispensers. Washes and dries laundry, rags and rugs as needed. Replenishes bathroom supplies. Maintains custodial areas/closets, carts, equipment and supplies in a neat, clean, and orderly manner. Maintains equipment and supplies in clean, good operating condition. Reports all building required repairs, safety, and fire hazards to supervisor.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs specialized clean-up, fogging and sanitizing buildings due to pandemics, disasters, etc., as specified by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities
Dusts surfaces, ceilings, HVAC vents, furniture, equipment, shelves, curtains and blinds. Vacuums, sweeps, cleans carpet, dust mops and mops floors. Responds to emergency calls involving floods or other cleanup efforts and assists in coordinating and cleaning up spills, leaks and floods, as needed. Operates walk-behind and ride-on floor care equipment/machines (low speed, high speed, and ultra-high speed) to strip, wax, and buff hard floors.
Duties & Responsibilities
Collects and removes trash/recycle materials from inside and the outside perimeter of the buildings, including emptying of wastebaskets from offices, classrooms, public areas, and restrooms. Removes leaves, debris, ice and snow from building entrances, walkways, porches, and stairs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Repairs minor plumbing issues such as unclogging pipes and/or replaces restroom plumbing fixtures as needed. Performs minor electrical repairs such as ballasts, light switches, outlets, and bulbs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assembles and/or sets-up furniture and assists in the set-up and takedown of tables and chairs. Assists with deliveries, movement, and storage of supplies in different locations as needed.
Duties & Responsibilities
Assists the supervisor in the monitoring of daily operations and in addressing and responding to customer complaints and issues when needed and in the absence of the Supervisor. Answers questions and provides information to staff, faculty, students, and visitors in a courteous and friendly manner. Attends department and other related meetings including training classes.
Duties & Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.

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