Structural Technician

Structural Technician

UO Building Systems Maintenance-1004

Ranked as one of the Best Employers in Nebraska and certified as a Lincoln Family-Friendly workplace, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln is committed to providing a work environment and culture that fosters personal and professional success and satisfaction. By joining our team, you will be given opportunities to grow as an individual and contribute to the significant impact that we make within the University of Nebraska community and Nebraska’s economy each year.

• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• No-cost life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Parental leave.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance for employees and dependents.
• Exclusive employee discounts.
• Professional development through training and education.
• And many more!!

This position is part of a career ladder with pay commensurate with each level. Job duties are cumulative by level. Positions at higher levels are expected to perform the duties identified for that level as well as those established for preceding levels.

• Periodically inspect, clean, and perform preventative maintenance of assigned spaces and equipment and identify and repair any potential problems.
• Assist with structural and carpentry tasks and projects, including but not limited to wall erection, drywall, ceilings, door and window installation, and wall and floor coverings.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of general structural components according to manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Hang pictures, whiteboards, shelving, and other objects at the requests of various departments.
• Safely use and maintain tools and machinery.
• Complete work orders and utilize an electronic timekeeping system daily.

• Perform structural and carpentry tasks and projects, including but not limited to wall erection, drywall, ceilings, door and window installation, and wall and floor coverings.
• Maintain and repair of general structural components according to manufacturers’ recommendations.
• Select and acquire appropriate materials and utilize best application methods.
• Interpret and accurately use blueprint drawings, plans, sketches, and other directional materials.
• Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors and manufacturers for the repair and replacement of building components.

• Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors, manufacturers, engineers, and consultants for the repair and replacement of building components and assigned projects.
• Generate activity and outage notifications.
• Train, mentor, and verify work of other staff, students, temp, and/or on-call personnel in structural and carpentry installation, and maintenance, repair, and care of building systems.
• Acquire and perform estimates for projects and maintenance repairs.
• Contribute to fostering a positive work environment, motivate and encourage staff to improve, and research and participate in professional development opportunities.
• Support leadership and contribute to the development and implementation of departmental vision and goals.

• High school or equivalent experience.
• Ability to comprehend and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Thinking and reasoning skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Thoroughness and attention to detail.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Familiar with and able to operate tools and machinery.

• 1+ years experience in structural maintenance, carpentry, and/or building structural systems, or demonstrated equivalent comprehension.
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