Under general supervision performs tasks related to day-to-day inspections, preventive maintenance and repair to University owned or leased buildings and facilities.
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma/vocational school or equivalent. Five years of full-time experience in building maintenance AND five years of full-time experience in commercial plumbing; OR a high school diploma or equivalent, a one-year specialized education in plumbing, and three years of full-time experience in plumbing is required. A working knowledge of the State Plumbing Code and Ohio Basic Building Code is required. Must be familiar with concepts, practices, and procedures; maintenance, electrical, plumbing, carpentry or HVAC. Knowledge of standard practices, materials and tools and knowledge of occupational hazards involved and safety precautions necessary for the building maintenance trade are required. Must be able to calculate basic math, including fractions, decimals and percentages. Must be able to read, write and comprehend common vocabulary. May be required to read, interpret and work from blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, plans, layouts and/or templates.
A pre-employment physical examination will be required before original appointment. An annual physical exam may be required. Maintenance/WSU testing is required.
Must currently have possessed a valid U.S. driver’s license for at least one year*.
A Core 4 operator license/certification (Forklift Operator – Aerial Lift – Scissor Lift – Boom Lift – Rough Terrain Fork Lift) is required as part of your employment at the University. The University will provide the certification/training. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. In the case of promotion when the license/certification should have been obtained within one year of entry into the position, the affected employee shall be returned to their former bargaining unit position and shall displace the bargaining unit employee holding their former position. If the required license/certification should have been obtained more than one year after entry into the position, the affected employee shall be separated from the University.
OSHA 30-hour certificate/license required within (180) days. Failure to obtain said license/certification when provided by the University shall result in separation from the University. In the case of promotion when the license/certification should have been obtained within one year of entry into the position, the affected employee shall be returned to their former bargaining unit position and shall displace the bargaining unit employee holding their former position. If the required license/certification should have been obtained more than one year after entry into the position, the affected employee shall be separated from the University.
Must obtain backflow testing license within (1 year) of employment.
Must have up to date certification for gas lines maintenance.
Preferred Qualifications Essential Functions and percent of time:
Specialized 90%
Daily inspections, installations, general and preventive maintenance. Responds to emergency situations and evaluate and correct defects, utilizing proper protective gear.
Performs diagnostic process to determine problems – make repairs.
Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and/or calibrates plumbing equipment, fixtures and components at the university. Designs plumbing projects ensuring all required codes and safety regulations are met. Lays out piping arrangements in an unobtrusive and serviceable manner, determines quantity and type of pipe, fittings, pumps, fixtures, and other components for new piping systems and to replace or modify installed plumbing systems.
Installs, maintains and services steam lines, hot water and chilled water lines, air handler heating and cooling coils. and associated equipment.
Installs and modifies inside and outside piping systems for air, natural gas, water lines, storm and sanitary sewers for commercial and industrial usage. Snakes inside and outside drain lines for storm, sanitary and air handlers. Installs and fits piping for proper and specific functions. Sets up and operates pipe cutting and threading machines, sewer cleaners, pipe benders, drills and grinders and other equipment related to the plumbing trade. Operates camera in drains for inspections. Operates forklift as necessary.
Documentation (inventory reconciliation entering materials used on job, and entering time spent on job), completing working orders in tracking system.
Plans, designs and estimates projects. Provides project cost estimates to supervisor and interacts with customers to ensure timely completion of projects with minimal disruption to departmental operations.
Assists in take-offs for equipment and materials. Operates forklift/aerial lift as necessary. Responsible for on-the-job planning for completions of projects.
May train and instruct other maintenance employees in duties associated with the installation, maintenance, and preventative maintenance inspections.
Orders and maintains supplies. Provides customers with material samples and recommendations on material choices to meet customer needs. Determines material costs and purchases materials for project completion.
Coordinates with other workers and trades as needed to complete work within the overall scope of multi-trade projects, and determining the design and construction of particular components.
An employee in this class is responsible for collaborating with other trades, management, and staff personnel in determining the design and construction of particular components. Work is performed with considerable independence.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Activities and decisions are varied in nature, requiring the solving of both common and unusual problems. This position’s supervisor or other appropriate position is consulted for clarification of policies only where needed.
Utilizes I-Pad for labor reports, floor plans, electrical/plumbing schematics and access to automated work order reporting systems.
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
Generalist 10%
This position involves repairing, installing, and maintaining various building systems and equipment, including electrical, roofing, flooring, plumbing, furniture, and office equipment. Responsibilities also include managing inventory, moving furniture, operating machinery for loading/unloading, and ensuring equipment and supplies are well-maintained. Other tasks involve assisting with minor construction projects, HVAC repairs, and performing daily inspections and preventive maintenance. Additionally, the role involves planning, designing, estimating projects, and coordinating with other workers as needed. Training and instructing other maintenance staff is also part of the job, along with ordering and maintaining supplies. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently and establish good working relationships. Utilization of technology such as iPads for reporting and accessing schematics is also required.
Note: This is not an inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.
