Maintenance Technician II

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician II performs skilled maintenance and repairs to university facilities and equipment in two or more trade areas such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.
FGCU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity and Access Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, genetic predisposition, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, veteran status, and any other protected class(es), as required by applicable state and federal law, as well as University regulations and policies.

Job Description

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

• Performs repairs to buildings, structures and equipment requiring skill in at least two trade functions such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.
• Inspects, operates, or tests machinery and equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose issues.
• Provides training and guidance to others in areas of skill.
• Assists with routine and preventative repairs and maintenance in other skilled trades such as repair of electrical devices, water leaks, install plumbing fixtures, appliance repair, drywall repair and painting.
• Sets up, breaks down and cleans furniture, equipment and facilities for regular and special events.
• Assists with maintenance projects such as common cleanup, moving furniture, inventory, fire and smoke alarm checks, inspections, or other projects as assigned.
• Maintains records and logs of preventative maintenance and repair history, inventory used, costs, time and other information requested.
• Complies with applicable environmental, health and safety laws and regulations, university policy and accepted safe work practices.
• Cleans and maintains all work areas, tools, and equipment.
• Maintains tool and supply inventory. Assists with ordering supplies for the department.
• Works a rotating on-call schedule to respond to emergencies to ensure continuation of service and operations.
• Serves as essential personnel and provides assistance in the event of an emergency on campus.

Other Duties:

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description

Required Qualifications:

• This position requires a high school diploma and four years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Full-time related experience in two or more skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Journeyman Electrician Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Work experience in higher education or a residential setting.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of building maintenance such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Advanced knowledge in at least two skilled trades such as electrical, plumbing, or carpentry.   
• Knowledge of basic hand tools, power tools, materials, shop equipment, and maintenance related processes.
• Knowledge of applicable safety requirements.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of staff, faculty, students, and the community in a service-oriented environment.
• Ability to thrive in an organization that values the diversity of its student body and workforce and actively promotes an equitable environment.
• Ability to set priorities and complete assignments on time. 
• Ability to work successfully as both a member of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate and perform work when numerous and diverse demands are involved. 
• Ability to analyze and solve problems, draw valid conclusions, and develop appropriate alternatives where applicable.
• Ability to accurately prepare and maintain records, logs, and files.
• Ability to work on call rotation for after-hours emergencies.

Pay Grade: 15