Job Description

Department

INDIANA MEMORIAL UNION (BA-IMAU-IUBLA)

Department Information

The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's IU experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission.

The Indiana Memorial Union (IMU) is a proud part of the Office of Student Life. Often seen as the heart of campus, the IMU is a historic 500,000 square foot student union which serves as the center of the student experience and hosts more campus visitors than anywhere else at IU.

Job Summary

The IMU Facilities Team maintains the entire building, including the Biddle Hotel, kitchens and restaurants, meeting and event spaces, and many other functions and spaces that help make the Union the heart of the campus. The Maintenance Tech is responsible for maintaining and repairing various systems and equipment within the building. This includes performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring systems are operating efficiently and safely.

General Responsibilities

• Performs skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and repair work on campus buildings, facilities, equipment or machinery.
• Assembles, installs and/or repairs: wiring, electrical and electronic components, plumbing/pipe systems, physical structures, fixtures, paint, HVAC systems, locks/access systems, compressors, generators, engines, etc.
• Diagnoses problems and determines corrective solutions, referring to and/or adhering to building codes, blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs as necessary.
• Repairs or replaces defective equipment parts using hand tools and power tools, and reassembles equipment.
• May lead other maintenance staff on projects or assist in a general maintenance capacity when others are in a lead role.
• Maintains parts, supplies, and equipment advising supervisor when supplies need to be ordered.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned, including general building maintenance duties.
• Drives University vehicles as needed.
• Works any shift as needed. 24-hour a day emergency response as needed.
• Assists with snow removal activities as necessary.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

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

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 5 years Verifiable journey-level experience OR Certificate in DOL apprenticed trade (electrical/plumbing/HVAC/carpentry)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Possesses a valid drivers license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• 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
• Quickly troubleshoots and resolves problems
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to perform job duties in area of expertise
• General knowledge of multi-craft maintenance in carpentry, electric, heating/cooling, and plumbing
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to operate the specific tools used in the area of expertise, including related tools and equipment such as common hand and power tools, hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Ability to operate a computer
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds
• 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. This position requires the ability to move and transport objects and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

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.

Additional Information

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Work Location

This position is in person in Bloomington, Indiana.

Advertised Salary

$30.06 per hour

Work Hours

Monday-Friday: 7:00AM -3:30PM. Will participate in an on-call rotation.

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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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.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.

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Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Apprenticeship, Work experience placement, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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