Description

Position Overview

The General Maintenance Repair Tech Senior-Electrician position functions as part of a team of maintenance staff who are responsible for the instrumentation and life safety systems maintenance program within the Facilities Services department. This position performs inspections, maintains records of equipment, performs proactive and reactive repairs, and may occasionally respond to equipment failures and campus wide emergencies. This position requires driving of a state issued vehicle and requires a valid driver's license on date of hire and throughout employment.

Work Schedule : Monday through Friday 7:30am-4pm

Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university's academic and research missions.

KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities.

Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance

KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things.

Job Description

50% - General Maintenance, inspection and repair. Assists in the repairs and preventive maintenance for various lighting and electrical assets. Performs inspections and minor repairs accordingly. May act as a lead technician to more junior in-house technicians. May act as liaison for contracted services.

35% - Responds to emergency calls involving lighting and other electrical assets. Responds using standard protocols and communication channels. Inspects and reports deficiencies and root causes. Communicates all relevant information to electricians and other tradespeople as needed when jobs escalate.

10% - Other related general maintenance work as assigned. Maintains tools, parts and supplies. Assists with other maintenance inspections and needs. Assists with campus wide maintenance activities such as snow removal as needed.

5% - Performs other related work as assigned

Position Requirements

1. Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation.
2. Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors.
3. Operate work issued vehicles for transporting staff and materials.
4. Working knowledge of an electric meter. Take amp, volt and ohm readings.
5. Experience with use of power tools, drills, saws, etc.
6. Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after- hours emergencies as needed.
7. Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
8. Must have a valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.
9. Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required.

Required Qualifications

1. High School diploma or GED equivalency.
2. Three (3) years of experience in a building or facility service trade (Ex. HVAC, plumbing, electrical, grounds, relocation etc.) Associate degree or vocational school certification may be substituted for one year of the requirement.
3. Must have a valid driver's license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.

Additional Candidate Instruction

A complete application will include the following:

• Current contact information including email and phone number
• Previous work experience including dates of employment
• Name and contact information to three references

Resume/Cover letter is optional.

Review of applications will begin Monday, March 23rd and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.

Disclaimer

The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and procedures and is the Title IX Coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. Reports can be submitted by contacting the Title IX Coordinator as provided herein or using the Title IX online report form and complaints can be submitted with the Title IX Coordinator or using the Title IX online complaint form.