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JOB TITLE:
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
JOB PURPOSE:
Inspect, maintain and repair University mechanical systems and equipment, heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems and machinery; service water purification systems and compressed/vacuum air systems.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Inspect water lines, steam lines, and/or pneumatic lines for correct fluid levels and pressures.
- Check wear on equipment parts such as v-belts, shaft alignment, oil and water levels on equipment; identify conditions that could lead to equipment failure.
- Perform complex repairs on machines and equipment to maintain proper working conditions; report major breakdowns to supervisor.
- Operate, maintain, and perform repairs to individual building boilers.
- Monitor and adjust air and water temperatures, chemical properties, and water purification.
- May perform maintenance and repairs to pool mechanical systems including water chemistry monitors, chemical feeders, pool filtration systems, skimmers, and surge tank sensors for automatic controls; perform water tests and analysis, and send samples to the State of Wyoming Department of Health.
- Check heating, ventilating and air-conditioning systems for malfunctions; replace filters; grease and oil equipment parts to maintain proper working condition and prevent failures.
- Service and monitor the reverse osmosis and de-ionized water systems; sample and test heating and chilled water systems.
- Adjust inhibiter requirements as needed.
- Mix and add chemicals to drains, sewers, and hot/cold water systems, as directed.
- As assigned, document service dates, problems, repairs, or replacements of equipment and equipment parts and use designated computer software to analyze data on equipment conditions.
- Supervise and inspect work of subcontractors.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- May recommend budget expenditures for equipment repair or replacement.
- Keep abreast of current technology advances on equipment maintenance, repair and operation.
COMPETENCIES:
- Ability to learn
- Analysis/Problem Identification
- Initiative
- Technical/Professional Knowledge
- Quality Orientation
- Work Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: High School Diploma or GED, plus completion of related technical or vocational education/training or Associate’s degree
Experience: 1 year of related machine maintenance and mechanical experience
Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements:
- Valid driver's license with a motor vehicle record (MVR) compliant with the University Vehicle Use Policy.
- Certified pool operator license with renewal every 5 years for applicable pool maintenance position.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
Be able to work on ladders and electric ladders
Good attention to details
Able to lift 50 pounds
REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:
Complete the online application. The department additionally requests candidates upload the following document(s) for a complete application:
- Cover letter
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references (references will only be contacted if you are selected as a finalist for the position).
WORK LOCATION:
On-campus: This position provides vital support to campus customers, and the successful candidate must be available to work on campus.
WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS:
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the United States. Sponsorship for H-1B work authorization or work visa is not available for this position.
HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu.
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