Building Systems Technician

Building Systems 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 review, clean, and perform preventative maintenance of all mechanical equipment and spaces to identify and repair any potential problems.
• Maintain and repair general HVAC , plumbing, electrical, lighting, and structural equipment and components to manufacturers’ recommendation.
• Assist trade-based or licensed technicians to complete tasks.
• Maintain a clean workspace to promote maximum efficiency and to keep yourself and staff/students safe.
• Assist with campus projects, irregular maintenance activities, and emergencies.
• Complete work orders and utilize an electronic timekeeping system daily.

• Replace bearings and seals on centrifugal pumps, change bearings on fan systems, motors, and pump shafts under supervision.
• Learn and become proficient with equipment management controls ( EMCS ) to start, stop, seek status, or change conditions of HVAC systems.
• Communicate and coordinate with outside vendors and manufacturers for the repair and replacement of building components.

• Use the EMCS to trend data and reset building preventative maintenance meters.
• 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, review and verify the work of others.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and meet University driver eligibility requirements.

• 2+ years of prior successful work experience in general maintenance and/or building maintenance and systems such as residential or commercial construction and/or renovation, interior and/or exterior painting and staining, rough and/or finish carpentry, installation of floor coverings and/or wall coverings, plumbing, electrical, concrete and/or masonry work,…