63570700 – FS-OPER-FIRE SAFETY Position Available In Alachua, Florida

63570700

• FS-OPER-FIRE SAFETY
  University of Florida, United States
  about 4 hours ago

Location:

Gainesville, FLORIDA

Deadline:

14 May 2025

Classification Title:

Maintenance Generalist II

Job Description:

Maintains, tests, repairs, and installs fire sprinkler systems on and off campus, to include fire pumps, jockey pumps, backflow preventers, and air compressors. Conducts routine preventative maintenance on sprinkler fire suppression systems.
Performs work and uses hand tools at ground level and aloft on ladders. Works in attics, basements, crawl spaces, and other similar places. Moves and/or lifts weights such as test equipment, ladders, tools, and equipment weighing up to 100 pounds. Wears appropriate PPE and follows established safety practices and procedures. Drives state-owned vehicle periodically to various job sites as required.
Generates material lists and acquires materials for efficient work. Initiate purchases of materials and parts used for repairs. Keeps accurate records of materials used and maintains daily time reports to efficiently complete work and document details of the functions performed. Documentation of fire sprinkler systems by use of handheld device (Aim) as well as provide support and documentation for any state/local inspection processes. Enter maintenance data via the work order system for work requests (WR) and time.
Employee must obtain a State of Florida Class “E” Operator License within 60 days of date of employment.
A Criminal ground Check is Required

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE

Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. 40 hours per week.
Emergency work (as needed.)
On-Call/Standby (as required).
Position considered as Essential Personnel as defined by UF Policy.

Expected Salary:

$25.69 to $28.13 Hourly based on experience.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the skilled building trades or mechanical repair work
• Knowledge of safety procedures required in maintenance and repair work
  SKILLS
• Skill in using tools and equipment in maintenance and repair work

ABILITIES

• Ability to perform a variety of skilled trade functions
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions Must have experience in multiple trades.

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

In order to be considered, you must upload your cover letter and resume.
Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required:

Yes