Maintenance Technician, Indiana Memorial Union

Department

IMU BUILDING (BA-IMUB-IUBLA)

The Office of Student Life is dedicated to creating a positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful experience for every IU student. Our team supports students throughout their time at IU, providing the resources they need to thrive both in school and beyond. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are at the core of our mission.

As part of the Office of Student Life, the Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is a historic 500,000‑square‑foot student union and the heart of campus life. It serves as a central hub for student engagement, hosting more visitors than any other location  IMU Facilities Team is responsible for maintaining this dynamic space, including the Biddle Hotel, kitchens and restaurants, meeting and event spaces, and various other facilities that support students and campus activities.

We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician with experience in electrical or refrigeration work to join our IMU Facilities Team. This role is responsible for maintaining and repairing building systems and equipment, performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring all systems operate efficiently and safely.

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on campus buildings, facilities, equipment or machinery.
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs:
  Wiring, electrical and electronic components, plumbing/pipe systems, physical structures, fixtures, paint, HVAC systems, locks/access systems, compressors, generators, engines, etc.
• Diagnoses problems and determines corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassembles equipment.
• May lead other maintenance staff on projects or assist in a general maintenance capacity when others are in a lead role.
• Maintains parts, supplies, and equipment, advising supervisor when supplies need to be ordered.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties. Drives Indiana University vehicles as needed. Works any shift as needed. 24‑hour a day emergency response as needed. Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED).

• 5 years verifiable journey‑level experience.
  OR
• Certificate in Department Of Labor (DOL) apprenticed trade (electrical/plumbing/HVAC/carpentry).

• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Proficient communication skills.
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism.
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents.
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion.
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills.
• Ability to build strong customer relationships.
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to perform job duties in area of expertise.
• General knowledge of multi‑craft maintenance in carpentry, electric, heating/cooling, and plumbing.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate the specific tools used in the area of expertise, including related tools and equipment such as common hand and power tools, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.
• May be required to acquire and maintain position‑required certifications.

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