Building Maintenance Technician II

Rochester Institute of Technology • Rochester, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Auxiliary Services Comprised of six departments, RIT Auxiliary Services impacts the recruitment and retention of future and current students by providing quality products, services, and memorable experiences. With a keen focus on customer service, our people are our greatest asset. Skilled employees with diverse expertise, strong community partnerships, and innovative solutions prime us for legendary service that promotes student success and drives financial growth for the University. This role participates in afterhours maintenance/emergency response rotation.

Requirements

• Knowledge of one or more skilled trade areas (Plumbing, Millwright (doors and hardware), Painting and Drywall, and Flooring)
• Knowledge of basic math
• Skill in analytical thinking/problem-solving
• Skill in written and verbal communication
• Ability to learn the basics of plumbing and pipefitting, painting and drywall (install and finish), door and window repair, and low voltage (50 volts or less) electrical systems
• Ability to safely operate all equipment including, but not limited to; hand and power tools common to plumbing, carpentry, tile, and other building trades
• High School diploma or GED
• 2 years of related experience
• Equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered
• Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provides skilled trade services and performs general repairs to address building maintenance issues (including, but not limited to plumbing, carpentry, doors and hardware, painting, drywall repair, windows and screens, roofing, masonry, hang banners, tile work, furniture repair, steam and natural gas piping, and window shade installation and repair)
• Assesses problems, considers time and cost required, and takes the best course of action (in-house or contract) to complete the repairs
• Inspects and performs preventative maintenance on multiple building systems including plumbing, doors and hardware, glazing, roofing, furniture, indoor and outdoor fountains, storm water collection/storage and pumping/filtering systems, swimming pool operations, pumps, and filters
• Assists supervisor in the coordination of maintenance projects, including but not limited to planning, scheduling, and contract/vendor oversight and communication
• Provides immediate response to building maintenance related matters of urgency, such as major water leaks, broken/hanging glass, malfunctioning elevators, natural gas odor, electrical hazards, downed outdoor light poles, removal of wildlife, or other issues that impact the physical safety of the RIT community. Contains the situation, determines and implements corrective/restorative actions, provides direction to supporting departments, and notifies appropriate personnel
• Utilizes the Work Order system to create, update, and close out work orders.
• Orders supplies using the Purchase Requisition system, and maintains accurate records of all building maintenance activities
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.
• Reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED