Job Description

The full-time Maintenance Generalist II will support the demands of the Institute's maintenance operations and perform services and repairs which include welding, plumbing, painting, carpentry and as a locksmith. The position is considered essential and must be available during emergencies, such as hurricanes.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• General Maintenance Operations: Builds and/or installs shelves, cabinets, lab tops, doors and desk keyboard trays; hangs signs, pictures and boards; repairs door hinges, knobs and closures.
• Assist with event setup and general repairs.
• Replaces ballasts, electrical outlets, light switches and light bulbs; hangs light fixtures; repairs or replaces frayed power cords and plugs.
• Inspects sinks, drinking fountains, urinals, toilets, unclogs drains, install pipes, performs light repairs of sinks and garbage disposals.
• Replaces floor and ceiling tiles, caulks around bathroom fixtures.
• Works with specialized lab support equipment including hoods, incubators, freezers or other lab equipment as assigned. Moves equipment, freezers and furniture.
• Responds to emergency calls and equipment alarms; evaluates problem and makes repairs or requests appropriate specialist.
• Supply Maintenance: Estimates labor and material costs for work requests; may order supplies. Performs routine work orders and preventative maintenance tasks, as assigned. Accurately records daily hours worked and time spent on individual tasks.
• Works daily with the Facilities Computer Maintenance Management System (CMMS) Software (Micromain); BAS software, and the Footprints work order system.
• The ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing, is an essential function of this position.
• May perform related tasks and work of other Facilities department personnel, as required or assigned.
• Interprets blueprints, drawings, layouts or other specifications to determine installation or repair requirements.