Lighting Maintenance Technician

Lighting Maintenance Technician

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced

Lighting Maintenance Technician at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

POSITION PURPOSE

Replace lighting tubes and bulbs in the full range of fixtures found in all buildings, facilities and some outdoor areas of the University.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

- Remove and replace lighting tubes, bulbs etc. for indoors and certain outdoor fixtures throughout the University. Access lights which may be located at varying heights and at any angle; manipulate fixture as necessary to expose bulb for removal; replace standard lighting tubes, a variety of bulbs and specialty equipment; determine and place appropriate lighting unit in fixture; tag fixtures which will not illuminate new bulbs for attention by an Electrician and note same on work order.

- Access buildings, facilities and or outdoor locations of lighting needing attention. Deliver supplies and equipment such as bulbs, tubes, ladders, etc. to worksite; order replacement lighting equipment to keep buildings stocked with supplies for fixtures; dispose of lighting tubes, bulbs, etc. properly; transport supplies and equipment such as glass tubes and bulbs, 6 and 8 ft ladders, small hand tools, etc.

to worksite.

- Set-up and use 6 and 8 ft wooden ladders to access light fixtures at varying heights and at any angle. Use scaffolding as necessary; perform work in crowded corridors, stairwells, classrooms and/or other public areas; utilize dust masks and goggles to replace bulbs from dirty and/or dusty fixtures as appropriate.

- Remove and wash lighting fixtures on request. Follow work orders to determine where fixture needing attention is located; utilize proper tools and methods to safely remove tube, bulb, etc.; clean up glass from broken lighting tubes, bulbs, etc. to ensure the safety of students, staff and visitors.

- Notify supervisor of need for lighting supplies and equipment in buildings. Obtain and restock tubes, bulbs, ladders, etc. for use; document defective lighting fixtures or lighting units over two scaffold lifts high for attention by Electricians; use and maintain supplies and equipment safely.

- All Lighting Maintenance Technicians are considered to be "Essential Personnel," and are required to report during a university emergency closure period.

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

- High school graduate or equivalent combination of education and/or experience.

- Possession and maintenance of a valid Michigan vehicle operator's license and satisfactory driving record as determined by University policy.

- Ability to follow instructions.

- Ability to lift and carry heavy equipment.

- Ability to access different heights and angles using ladders and scaffolding.

- Ability to use small hand tools, e.g. screwdriver, hammer.

- Ability to use and manipulate a variety of equipment and specialty tools and bulbs of varying shapes and sizes.

- Must obtain security clearance.

School/College/Division:

H42 - Facilities Plan & Manage

Primary department:

H4241 - Facilities Operations Zone 1

Employment type:

+ Regular Employee

+ Job type:
Full Time

+ Job category:
Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

+ Compensation type:
Hourly Wage

+ Hourly rate: $12.98

Job openings:

+ Number of openings: 2

+ Reposted position:
No

+ Reposted reason:
Supercedes Previous

Requisition

+ Prior…