General Trades Tech-Intermediate

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Reporting to the HVAC Superintendent, this is an Intermediate level position for skilled trades professionals. This position works from Monday to Friday, 9AM-5:30PM, and may be required to work early morning, late-night, and weekend shifts depending upon event schedule and is responsible for performing routine, preventive, and emergency maintenance tasks. This position must perform intermediate-level work in several different trade capacities (Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Custodial) in response to critical, urgent, or emergency work requests. A General Trades Technician performs trades work in the construction, maintenance, and repair of building structures and facilities following recognized procedures and techniques of the Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing trades using hand and power tools related to the Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing trade.

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Responsible for maintenance and repairs in campus buildings including but not limited to carpentry, electrical, hardware, HVAC, locks, paint, and plumbing. These duties include changing lighting ballasts, lighting drivers, lamps, light bulbs, and smoke alarms; corrective and preventive maintenance on HVAC systems using a checklist to troubleshoot unit operation, cleaning and lubricating motors, checking for bad bearings, changing filters, washing filters and coils, cutting filters for air conditioners; repairs, hangs and installs blinds and window shades; installs drapery rods and hangs drapes. Installs and repairs restroom accessories; replaces screens, locks and door latches; repairs doors and door locks. Repairs chairs, cabinets, shelves and other furniture; unclogs and makes minor repairs to toilets, lavatories, and urinals; locates and repairs leaking faucets; makes minor repairs to drywall, acoustic ceiling, flooring, and touches up interior and exterior painting.

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Inspects buildings, fixtures, machines and other structural units, noting need of repair. Assists and advises work staff with the maintenance, repair and troubleshooting all aspects of the physical plant/facility buildings, equipment, and machinery including: HVAC, electrical, electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic and plumbing systems; minor carpentry repairs including drywall, acoustic ceiling, flooring, door, locks, and hardware.

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Recognizes and obtains required tools, equipment, materials, and supplies that are needed to do the job. Maintains proper stock, parts, tools, and safety equipment in the assigned storage areas. Works with others to keep vehicles and employee work areas clean and orderly.

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Recognizes and follows prescribed safety procedures and regulations while following all NFPA, ADA codes and regulations. Performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures. Assists in ensuring a safe working environment throughout the facility for all employees. Reports all accidents and injuries in a timely manner. Participates in regular safety meetings, safety training and hazard assessments.

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Participates in department-provided training and learning opportunities to develop work-related skills and abilities. Completes all required training on a timely basis.

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Works alone or with a team to complete special assignments related to indoor and outdoor cleaning projects, setting up tables and chairs, providing cleaning and porter services at special events, or other tasks as assigned by the Superintendent.

Educational Requirements
Minimum of High school diploma or GED is required

Other Required Qualifications
Either has an EPA universal refrigerant recovery certification from an accredited institution or be able to pass the exam within 6 months of employment.

A valid driver's license is required.

Required Experience
5 (five) years or more of experience in the residential and commercial carpentry, electrical, HVAC/R, plumbing, or similar trades field, Or a combination of 2 (two) years Vocational Trades training and 3 (three) years of field experience in the carpentry, electrical, HVAC/R, plumbing or similar trade.

Additional Preferred Qualifications
Skills: Must have basic skills for daily use of computer technology, including handheld devices, web browsing, email, digital calendars, viewing documents online, filling out online forms, accessing online training systems, and interacting with UWG business systems (One USG, CMMS, and others).

Preferred Educational Qualifications
Degree, Diploma, or Professional Certificate equivalent to a two-year course in the Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, or Plumbing Trade and one or more of the following credentials NATE certification, RSES Certificate Member, Backflow License, VRF/VRV Certification, or CDL license with air brake endorsement.

Preferred Experience
Seven (7) years or more years' experience in a Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and/or Plumbing service related construction or maintenance trade in a university, health care, or school maintenance department.

$20.00 Hourly. Paid on a Bi-Weekly Basis.

ABILITIES
Must be able to follow instructions, perform routine tasks individually or in a team setting; well organized; able to multitask; able to adjust work hours as conditions may dictate; able to perform work in the least disruptive manner possible to customers; able to demonstrate courteous actions; and able to follow the organization's established protocol for customer service. Must be able to communicate effectively through verbal/written means in a clear and effective manner; listen to others and understand their needs; ensure that information gets to the right person at the right time; establish and maintain a productive and collaborative professional work relationships with clients and coworkers through personal communication; respond to questions within policy and procedure guidelines in assigned area through multiple communication media. Must have basic skills for regular use of computer technology, including handheld devices, web browsing, email, digital calendars, viewing documents online, filling out online forms, and accessing online training systems.

KNOWLEDGE
Must have a practical knowledge of the standard tools, methods, practices of the Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and/or Plumbing trade, and Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and/or Plumbing codes. Must have a practical knowledge of industrial, commercial, and residential Carpentry, HVAC, Electrical, and/or Plumbing means and methods of installation, repair, and service.

SKILLS
Must be skilled in performing technical tasks with an eye for detail, skilled in adapting to meet changing job conditions; planning and managing work orders; preparing and maintaining accurate records; proficient in reading and understanding technical drawings and written work instructions; proficient in understanding and complying with safety regulations and handling hazardous materials in the performance of job duties (i.e. ADA, NFPA, OSHA and EPA).

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Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

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