General Maintenance Technician (Levels 3-4)

Department

Facilities - Maintenance

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to mechanical equipment, including, but not limited to replacing/repairing belts, pulleys, actuators, valves, pneumatic, alignment, compressed air systems, fans, steam trap rebuilds, and pumps. Performs other preventative maintenance or repairs for items such as hardware, door closures, etc.
• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to electrical equipment, including: repairing/replacing switches, outlets, breakers (limited), motor wiring, fixture replacement, ballasts, and re-lamping.
• Performs preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to building control systems, including repairing/replacing actuators, sensors, variable speed drives, thermostats, terminal level devices (TEC/DXR), control wiring, UPS, relays, and other control components as required
• Perform preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs to plumbing systems. Duties include repairing faucets, valves, pipes, drains (including unclogging), toilets, and other plumbing-related items.
• Completes required safety training and complies with all safety standards, including, but not limited to lock out-tag out, safe handling of refrigerant, confined space safety, safe handling of hazardous chemicals, participation in campus safety teams, and wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE). Reports complex and/or unusual problems to the supervisor and coordinates with other Maintenance staff as required to complete complex tasks.
• Operates mobile equipment and/or campus vehicles, including trucks, golf carts, personnel lifts, and forklifts, and maintains licensure and completes required training. Strives to provide excellent service to campus areas as measured by the 5-star program. Demonstrate proficient use of AiM mobile devices to complete work orders. Other duties as needed, including back-up plant operator duties in Utilities, painting, sheetrock patching, and repairing door closures and hardware.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and ten years' experience, or a relevant Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

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Anticipated Salary Range

The anticipated starting salary is $48,100, commensurate with experience.