Maintenance Mechanic at Universities of Wisconsin in Menomonie, WI

Job description

Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Position Title: Maintenance Mechanic Job Category: University Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Maintenance Mechanic Job Duties: Position Summary Statement This position is responsible for daily operation, maintenance and repair of assigned housing buildings including custodial equipment repair, preventative maintenance, building checks, inspection, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry repairs. This position will interact with students, faculty, dining, facilities and other campus staff. This position to follow safe work practices, follow industry standards for maintenance/repairs, have good communication and record keeping skills. Employee shift is 7 am – 3:30 pm, Monday through Friday with occasional overtime as directed. This position will be required to respond to a 24-hour maintenance phone on a rotation with other staff. Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities 75% Operation maintenance and repairs of facilities Perform plumbing systems preventative maintenance and repairs including faucets, sinks, showers, valves, urinals, flush valves, water closets, bottle fillers, water fountains, eyewash stations, recirculating pumps, sump pumps, backflow devices. Repair, replace or assist with replacement of pumps and couplings for domestic water and heating systems including lubrication of all pumps and motors according to established preventative maintenance schedules or as requested. Perform preventative maintenance such as cleaning and auguring drain/waste lines Perform HVAC preventative maintenance and minor repairs for air handlers (including filters, belts, bearings and pulleys/sheaves), unit heaters, pumps, heating, ventilation, roof top exhaust units and chilled water systems. Perform maintenance and repairs on air compressors. Perform electrical systems troubleshooting and repairs including replacement of lights, switches, receptacles, hand dryers, microwave/refrigerator units, LED conversions, motor replacements. Perform checks, maintenance and replacement of batteries for generators, UPS systems, fire alarms, etc. Replace stand alone smoke detectors in resident hall student rooms. Perform minor carpentry repairs such as maintenance, repairs and adjustments of windows, screens, blinds, shades, doors and door hardware including lock mechanisms, closers, door operators. Replace ceiling tiles, minor repairs of ceiling systems, floor tiles, flooring and base Completes assembly, installation and repairs of residence hall furniture, dressers, desks, cabinets and furnishings, display boards, restroom partitions and accessories Performs minor equipment repairs such as hand dryers, washers, dryers, custodial and kitchen equipment. Perform weekly generator inspections Perform minor wall repairs and paint touch ups. Perform inspections of fire extinguishers, exit lighting, fire alarms and other fire suppression systems. Perform building inspections and meter readings. Provide first response for fire alarm calls, other system alarms and leak investigations. 25% Miscellaneous Work Install and maintain air conditioning units. Coordinate and direct student workers to assist with daily work activities. Complies with recognized environmental health and safety standards and safe work practices. Attends relevant training in respect to achieving the assigned tasks. Assists skilled trades with their maintenance and repair work as needed. Keeps work areas clean, organize and maintain supplies, tools, equipment and equipment/storage areas. Inventory items as determined. Perform building checks, identify deficient items and submit work orders for deficient items. Performs other maintenance work as necessary for the University to function with a minimum of interruptions. Uses campus e-mail and internet programs for communication and information, as needed, to compliment c