Department:
- FM North Zone Maintenance
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- North Zone
Job Family Group:
University Support Staff
Job Description Summary:
The Multi-Craft Maintenance Technician I is an entry-level, developmental role within the Facilities Management department. Under direct supervision, this role performs basic preventive maintenance tasks and assists journey-level and senior technicians across multiple trades. This role is the first step in a structured career ladder that leads to increasing autonomy, technical complexity, and eventual specialization.
Job Description:
Preventive Maintenance and Basic Repairs
- Perform scheduled preventive maintenance tasks on building systems, equipment, and utility infrastructure as directed by the supervisor or a higher-level technician, following documented procedures and manufacturer specifications.
- Assist journey-level and senior technicians with corrective maintenance and repairs to electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and piping systems; serve as a hands-on helper and observer to develop multi-craft skills.
- Replace filters, belts, light fixtures, fuses, and other consumable or low-complexity components with necessary supervision.
- Perform routine inspections of assigned areas and document observations accurately; report deficiencies immediately to the supervisor.
- Log all work activities, preventive maintenance completions, parts used, and time expended in the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) daily, ensuring work order records are accurate and closed in a timely manner.
- Review daily work orders issued through the CMMS and communicate scheduling conflicts or material shortages to the supervisor before the start of the shift.
- Maintain accurate paper and electronic records of inspections, equipment readings, and maintenance history as required by department policy.
- Follow all OSHA safety requirements, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, personal protective equipment (PPE) standards, and confined-space protocols prior to beginning any maintenance task.
- Complete and comply with Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) requirements before performing work in or adjacent to patient care areas, including proper barrier construction and dust-control measures.
- Follow Joint Commission Environment of Care (EC) standards and institutional policies when working in clinical, research, or other regulated spaces.
- Report safety hazards, near-misses, equipment failures, or regulatory deficiencies to the supervisor immediately.
- Maintain confidentiality of medical center, patient, and employee information, handling sensitive data with discretion in accordance with KUMC policies and HIPAA requirements.
- Participate assigned training programs, safety briefings, and competency assessments to develop multi-craft skills and advance toward Level II qualifications.
- Coordinate work activities with other Facilities Management staff and departments to minimize disruption to patient care, research operations, and academic activities.
Work Environment
- Work is performed onsite.
- Work occurs in mechanical rooms, patient care-adjacent areas, and other facility spaces; may involve exposure to extreme heat, cold, heights, and confined spaces.
- Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to Lockout/Tagout and confined-space protocols.
- Requires the ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to fifty (50) pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Licenses/Certifications
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Experience with one (1) of the following: electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, or piping systems.
Education: Technical or trade school certificate or associate degree in a building trades discipline.
Certifications
- OSHA 10-Hour General Industry or Construction certification, held prior to hire.
- Two (2) years of experience in facilities maintenance, building trades, or a closely related field; or successful completion of a vocational or technical training program in an applicable trade.
- Experience in higher education.
- Experience with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) (e.g., Maximo, FAMIS360, ServiceNow, or equivalent).
- Multi-craft maintenance fundamentals
- OSHA safety compliance
- Collaboration skills
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
Coverage begins on day one for health, dental, and vision insurance and includes health expense accounts with generous employer contributions if the employee participates in a qualifying health plan. Employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability insurance, and various additional voluntary insurance plans are available. Paid time off, including vacation and sick, begins accruing upon hire, plus ten paid holidays. One paid discretionary day is available after six months of employment, and paid time off for bereavement, jury duty, military service, and parental leave is available after 12 months of employment. A retirement program with a generous employer contribution and additional voluntary retirement programs (457 or 403b) are available. https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Employee Type:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Rate Type:
Hourly
Compensation Statement:
The pay range listed for this position is determined by our compensation program using market data and salary benchmarking. A combination of factors is considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, education, experience and training, qualifications relative to the requirements of the position, and funding. At the University of Kansas Medical Center, a reasonable estimate for the starting pay range will be the minimum to midpoint of the posted range, taking into account the combination of factors listed above.
Pay Range: $24.71 - $35.82
Minimum
$24.71
Midpoint
$30.29
Maximum
$35.82
Application Instructions:
To learn more and apply online, please visit https://kumc.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/kumc-jobs/job/Kansas-City-Metro-Area/Multi-craft-Maintenance-Technician-I_JR010525 or go to https://careers.kumc.edu/ and search for position number JR010525.
Applications must be submitted directly through the KU Medical Center website to be considered for this position. Any applications submitted via email or this website will NOT be reviewed or considered.
About KU Medical Center:
The University of Kansas Medical Center's mission is to educate exceptional health care professionals through a full range of undergraduate, graduate, professional, postdoctoral and continuing education programs in the schools of Medicine, Nursing and Health Professions. KU Medical Center also advances the health sciences through world-class research programs; provides compassionate and state-of-the-art patient care in an academic medical center environment; and works with communities in every Kansas county to improve the health of Kansans. Learn more at www.kumc.edu.
Benefits:
KUMC offers a range of great benefits that support employees and eligible family members. Our health insurance benefits begin on hire date and KUMC offers other exciting benefits such as paid parental leave, generous employer retirement contributions and other resources to improve health and well-being. For more information, please visit https://www.kumc.edu/human-resources/benefits.html
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Kansas Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, age, protected veteran or disability status, marital status, parental status, or genetic information. http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination">http://policy.ku.edu/IOA/nondiscrimination
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