Utility Preventive Maintenance Mechanic
Job Description or Duties: Perform maintenance and preventative maintenance on campus heating, ventilating, and air conditioning equipment. Maintain boilers, chillers, and associated equipment on campus. Special project work assignments and after hour emergency calls.
Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and mechanical equipment including belt changes, lubrication of equipment, cleaning, system analysis, air filter changes, coil cleaning, etc. Within mechanical rooms.
Request parts and materials from supervisor. Complete work order tickets, materials/services request forms, leave request forms, inspection reports, log sheets, and other required paperwork.
Assist with preventive maintenance and repair of high-pressure steam boilers, chillers, utility distribution systems, and utility equipment.
May respond to calls from supervisor or facilities service desk dispatcher regarding environmental concerns and correct problems.
Maintain filter inventory adequate to needs.
Steam trap testing and repair.
Assist with pipe fitting work as needed.
Assists in the training of others as needed in all areas.
Read, interpret, and follow blueprints, shop drawings, and schematics.
Must be able to work independently, with little supervision.
Must perform all work in a safe and professional manner.
Perform other related duties as assigned
Primary hours will be Monday-Friday and occasionally covering the operator shift schedule.
Required Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum of 3 years working on mechanical equipment
Valid motor vehicle operator's license
Preferred Qualifications:
5 years experience working on mechanical equipment
HOW TO APPLY: To ensure full consideration, please submit all application materials before review date February 2, 2025. For more information and to apply visit UNK Employment Opportunities. For more information about the position contact: David Gleason at gleasond2@unk.edu. For more information about the online application process contact: 308-865-8516 or employment@unk.edu.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: With contingent offer of employment, the University of Nebraska will conduct an investigation of employment records, educational records, criminal records, and other records to verify the information provided in your application and/or any additional information you have provided is accurate. Salaries at the University of Nebraska at Kearney are competitive. The University provides a flexible benefits program at minimal cost to the employee. Benefit choices include a Medical Plan and Prescription Drug Program, Vision Care, Dental Plan, LTD, Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Dependent Life Insurance, Long Term Care Insurance, and Reimbursement Accounts for Health and Dependent Care. The Employee and Dependent Scholarship program is also available to eligible employees. Basic Retirement Plan options include TIAA and Fidelity.
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