Florida Institute of Technology is a growing, top-ranked university with over 2,000,000 square feet of facilities to maintain. This position requires a variety of general skilled work, including but not limited to basic plumbing, air conditioning, electrical, painting and carpentry skills, for the repair and preventive maintenance of College buildings and facilities (primarily student housing facilities). The employee will receive, prioritize and respond to service requests and work orders in a timely and efficient manner; oversees outside contractors and vendors; maintains records of time, materials and resources VIA electronic service ticket system. Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of building components and systems including carpentry, electrical, heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning machinery and components. Responsible for Crimson Crossing dormitories.

Working hours Monday - Friday 8:00pm - 4:30pm, with occasional overtime. The employee may be required to work alternate shifts or weekends and will be expected to participate in the Facilities Operations On-Call program.

Responsibilities Include:

• Perform a variety of general skilled and unskilled maintenance, construction and repair work on buildings, utilities and equipment.
• Expedite routine service requests; work from oral and written instructions and work orders.
• Repair, replace or fabricate articles such as doors, partitions, counters and furniture; repair and replace hardware; repair floors, walls, ceilings, roofs and windows; repair wall board and minor painting as needed. Perform minor plumbing, air conditioning repairs and electrical repairs including replacement of light bulbs and lenses.
• Work independently and/or assist other tradesmen by performing unskilled, semi-skilled, and skilled duties in other trades areas, as needed. Must be capable of supervising possible student employee and part-time (summer) workers.
• Operate a variety of equipment, including forklift, aerial lifts, backhoe, tractor, compactor and vehicles. Monitor inventory levels of maintenance and repair supplies; assist in ordering, receiving and maintaining inventory of maintenance supplies as assigned. Operate and maintain hand and power tools and equipment.
• Organize the maintenance, repair, installation and construction tasks; interpret plans, diagrams, blue prints, sketches, specifications and maintenance manuals; estimate time, material and equipment requirements for assigned projects.
• Maintain routine records of related service requests, work orders and assigned activities. Assist in setting up Preventive Maintenance schedules and documentation.
• Emergency preparedness and support as directed. Additional duties as assigned.
• Carry rotating cellphone for after-hours emergency calls – may be required to work evenings and weekends in.

Requirements Include:

• High school diploma or GED
• State of Florida driver's license and ability to maintain a good driving record by Florida Tech insurance guidelines.
• 30 hour OSHA GI certification (preferred).
• Minimum 2-5 years of experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer skills preferred, to work in Microsoft Office, Outlook, IDN (the online ticketing system), etc.