Utility​/General Maintenance Tech

Position: Utility/General Maintenance Tech I
Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities.

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

JOB SUMMARY

The primary purpose of this temporary position is to provide services for campus building maintenance and grounds maintenance care and operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Perform and assist with building and furniture repair in Residence Halls.

* Perform various material handling and campus delivery activities. Operate forklift and other bulk material handling equipment.

* Assist with general painting of walls and other surfaces.

* Perform and assist with various building maintenance and mechanical repair work utilizing work order systems including changing light fixture lamps.

* Moving and rearranging office, classroom and lounge furniture and equipment. Perform furniture assembly and adjustment.

* Assist with the maintenance of campus storage spaces.

* Assist with and perform various trash and recycling activities including general litter cleanup.

* Assist with grounds and exterior site maintenance including snow and ice removal.

* Respond to campus emergencies during off-hours.

* Work and communicate with other Facilities Services staff including student workers.

* All other duties as requested.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the:
Director of Facilities Operations and Management. Assists and works with all other Facilities Service personnel as required.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES

* Ability to work independently and with a team.

* Proven ability to make responsible facility maintenance decisions and complete work tasks in a professional manner.

* Ability to provide excellent service and communication to University customers, and Facilities Services team members.

* Have basic knowledge and skills in proper methods and operation of building maintenance systems and tools.

* Working knowledge of proper material handling methods and general building maintenance and care.

* Ability to perform the physical demands of the work; lifting of 50 pounds, working on ladder and from heights.

* Ability to adjust to changing workloads and schedules.

* Experience and sensitivity working with staff and customers from diverse backgrounds.

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* Minimum high school diploma or GED equivalent.

* Must be 18 years or older.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

* 3+ years or more experience in a general maintenance or closely related building maintenance position.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

* Valid MN Driver's License or equivalent.

* Successfully pass a required criminal background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

Must perform these essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

* Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions including warm and humid spaces and outside during the summer and cold winter weather outside.

* Ability to repetitively lift objects and materials 50-70 lbs.

* Ability to work at heights on ladders and in building construction environments.

* Operate University vehicles, utility carts, forklift, general maintenance equipment and tools.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

* This is a temporary, full time, 1.0 FTE, non-exempt position requiring 40 hours per week.

* Is a member of a local unionized bargaining unit.

* This position may…