General Maintenance Assistant

Department

CAMPUS FACILITY SERVICE GENERA

(IN-CFSG-IUINA) Department Information Campus Facility Services (CFS) is proud to provide all Indiana University (IU) Indianapolis students, faculty, staff, and visitors with a high-quality physical environment. We provide maintenance, grounds and custodial services for more than 70 buildings and parking garages and over 300 acres of lawns, trees, plantings, sidewalks and parking lots. The department is also a frequent partner with IU Capital Projects on campus renovation projects and new construction initiatives. Our Mission People serving the campus community and caring for the physical environment in support of the Indiana University Indianapolis mission. Our Vision Earning customer trust through caring, connected, and competent service professionals. Job Summary Assists skilled workers in troubleshooting, maintenance, repair and adjustment of Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC), electrical, plumbing and other building systems and equipment Drills holes for wiring and pulls or pushes wiring through openings Assists in lifting, positioning and fastening objects such as wiring and conduit Performs minor electrical repairs such as replacing bulbs, light sockets and switches Installs weather stripping, interior and exterior trim, and finish hardware Installs items such as window shades, venetian blinds, and curtain rods Removes walls or cuts openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe, pipe fittings and doors Bends pipe to correct angle by using pipe bending equipment or by placing pipe over form and bending manually Threads and connects pipe and conduit to functional components Performs basic repairs to plumbing systems including fixing leaky faucets and opening clogged drains, etc. Assembles cut and shaped materials and fastens together with nails, dowel pins or glue Covers sub floors, walls, and roofs with building material Cleans surfaces with sandpaper, solvent and wiping cloths to prepare surfaces for finishing Breaks up and removes concrete Cuts lumber to length, prepares forms, and pours concrete for miscellaneous projects Dismantles forms, applies caulking compounds to seal crevices, and cuts and attaches insulating material Maintains convectors by cleaning units and replacing filters and insulation as needed Performs other preventive maintenance tasks such as changing belts and lubricating moving parts Tests smoke detectors according to manufacturer's recommendations, and replaces batteries and maintains service log of tests and repairs Maintains tools and equipment and keeps supplies and parts in order Cleans work area, tools, machines and equipment Performs other general building maintenance as assigned Drives vehicle as needed Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties Drives University vehicles as needed Works any shift as needed Provides 24-hour a day emergency response as needed Assists with snow removal activities as necessary May repair buildings by painting May repair carpet by removing and replacing damaged sections May provide assistance to more skilled workers performing installation, adjustment, maintenance, parts replacement, and repairs Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required 1 year of experience in craft/building maintenance work and facilities upkeep

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required Valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire SKILLS Required Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner Maintains a high degree of professionalism Proficient written and verbal communication skills Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills Demonstrates a high commitment to quality Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty Highly thorough and dependable Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure Excellent organizational skills Ability to represent the company with external constituents Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion Strong verbal communication and listening skills Ability to build strong customer relationships Friendly and service-oriented Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems Ability to use power and hand tools, hand drills, electric meters, and hoisting equipment Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions Ability to read and interpret drawings, blueprints and/or schematics Ability to operate a computer Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds Knowledge of applicable building codes, campus standards, and ordinances May be required to acquire and maintain position-required certifications Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. The person in this role must be available to work during inclement weather (i.e. snow and ice) when weather emergencies dictate that the department is needed to take care of the campus. Benefits Overview For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance Health savings account with generous IU contributions Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts Basic group life insurance paid by IU Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death and dismemberment insurance Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year Generous paid time off plans Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events Employee assistance program (EAP) Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification Career Level:

Foundational FLSA:

Nonexempt Job Function:

Engineering, Trades and Facility Job Family:

Licensed and Skilled Trades Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Posting Disclaimer This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.

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