Maintenance Technician - ABM Industries

Overview

Under general supervision, perform semi-skilled tasks in building construction and maintenance requiring the application of general knowledge of maintenance and repair techniques, materials, tools and equipment.

• High school diploma or GED
• Three – five years related work experience
• General knowledge of a variety of building construction or maintenance repair and safety practices used in the trade area assigned
• Working knowledge and skill in the use of tools and equipment of the trade
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; to communicate effectively; to complete logs, work order forms and prepare reports; and to make adjustments, repairs and replacements to building fixtures and mechanical equipment
• Ability to meet the physical requirements and perform the essential duties
• Willingness to support the Catholic and Franciscan values of the university

• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled inspections of buildings and equipment
• Perform required routine preventive maintenance and repair activities
• Perform routine and emergency repairs including correcting minor electrical malfunctions, repairing basic plumbing fixtures, pipes and fittings, repairing and replacing light fixtures, repairing doors and locks, changing filters, belts and hoses
• Assist in the preparation of various building components and systems for trades units and/or contractors; disassemble and install equipment and fixtures
• Repair equipment such as power tools, vacuum cleaners, buffers, fans, washing machines and dryers
• Perform minor repairs to air conditioning units and motors
• Assist journey level trades personnel in skilled maintenance and repair work; assist in new construction and renovation work
• Provide guidance and instruction to maintenance assistants; may have lead responsibility for special projects
• Perform minor repairs to grounds construction such as roadways, walkways, bridges; to interior and exterior walls, ceilings, floors, and other building surfaces
• Operate, and ensure operational readiness and safety, of tools, equipment, and building components
• Clean work area upon completion of project
• Responsible for emergency 24 hour on call response as scheduled
• Perform unskilled work as assigned
• Participate in and promote a culture of continuing quality improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned