Maintenance Tech III

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs maintenance service and repairs in the areas of plumbing, machine servicing, electrical, or vehicle servicing. Inspects, repairs, installs, modifies, rebuilds, constructs, and maintains woodwork and other related structures.

Provides field supervision to maintenance staff assigned to their shift.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

• Oversees and/or perform repairs and inspections of specialized equipment and/or services.
• Monitors and maintains records of all inspections, repairs and/or services performed to equipment and facilities.
• Completes work orders using automated maintenance program systems.
• Reviews records and other related information on a continual basis for recurring problems.
• Interfaces with UTHSCT departments and others to coordinate outages of equipment or services provided.
• Maintains current knowledge of applicable codes, regulations and standards as required.
• Maintains expertise in applicable existing and developing technology of equipment or services through training and related material.
• Coordinates construction projects involving multiple trades.
• Interprets codes to determine appropriate construction techniques and processes.
• Works as part of a construction team for in-house UTHSCT projects.
• Works with technical and specific equipment as required.
• Identifies and reports safety hazards.
• Confer with personnel, such as management, engineering, quality control, customers, and co-workers to coordinate work activities and resolve problems.
• Examines objects, systems, or facilities such as HVAC or utility systems and analyze information, to determine installation, service, or repair needed.
• Performs related duties as required.

ACCOMPANYING KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND COMPETENCIES:

• Responsible for the execution and effectiveness of a system of internal controls which provides reasonable assurance that department operations are effective and efficient, department assets are safeguarded, department financial information is reliable, and the department complies with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Perform tasks in a way to assure a high quality of workmanship is maintained and is accountable for the results.

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Eight years of experience in the field or in a related area.
• Relevant certification or equivalent required.
• Knowledgeable in the procedures of safety measures in area(s) of specialty.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

• Position requires frequent travel between normal locations and other buildings located on campus.
• May be exposed to inclement weather conditions.
• Exposure to dampness, dust, loud noise and fumes.
• May be exposed to irate employees, visitors, and/or vendors.