General Maintenance Mechanic

University of Memphis•Jackson, TN

About The Position

Performs activities related to maintaining the overall appearance of University buildings and grounds, including basic maintenance and repair services. Specific positions may require certain skill sets.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of appropriate experience.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

Perform minor electrical repairs, including restoring power, resetting breakers, replacing switches and receptacles, re-lamping, and replacing fluorescent lamps and ballasts.
Install, repair, or replace ceiling tiles and ceiling grids.
Maintain and clean tools and equipment.
Set up and break down equipment and furniture in classrooms, event venues, and other locations as needed.
Order supplies and maintain inventory.
Write and complete work orders.
Write requests for proposals (RFPs) and requisitions for tools, parts, and materials.
Write reports and maintain daily time cards.
Attend briefings, meetings, safety and departmental meetings, training classes, quality meetings, and focus group meetings.
Install, maintain, and repair tile floors, VCT, LVT, and cove base.
Coordinate routine maintenance and simple repairs on a fleet of tractors and lawn mowers.
Conduct routine inspections of University buildings and determine whether preventative maintenance is needed.
Perform building maintenance tasks, including repairing broken windows and doors, spot painting, replacing broken window or door glass, repairing or replacing bathroom stall walls and doors, dispensers, and whiteboards, and repairing and finishing sheetrock.
Perform minor plumbing repairs, including repairing or replacing flush valves, spuds, stops, and faucets, and clearing stopped-up drains in toilets, urinals, and sinks.
Perform other related duties as assigned.