General Maintenance Technician

Perform a variety of general skilled work including but not limited to basic plumbing, basic HVAC troubleshooting, basic electrical troubleshooting, light bulb changes, light carpentry, basic painting skills and drywall repairs. Staff member will receive service request work to be directed by a supervisor on what tasks are to be accomplished daily. Working hours are typically Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm with occasional overtime as needed to fulfill maintenance requirements or emergency repairs. Staff member will be expected to participate in the Facilities department on call program. Staff member will be required to work pre and post duty schedules as directed for hurricane and summer operations.Responsibilities Include:Perform a variety of general skilled and unskilled maintenance, construction and repair work on buildings and service tickets as assigned, work from oral and written instructions.Utilize the service ticket electronic system using assigned i-pad. Assist trades with preventative maintenance tasks independently on assigned tasks or assist other trades as directed. Must demonstrate flexibility in daily duty assignments and be able to switch tasks as directed to support Department have an excellent customer service attitude, ability to work with and support fellow staff members in accordance with HRpolicies and Department with safety directives, complete directed safety training. Use all tools and equipment in a safe mannerHurricane preparedness and support as directed.Requirements Include:High school diploma or GED10 hour OSHA Certification, preferredState of Florida driver's license and ability to maintain a good driving record defined by Florida Tech's insurance companyMinimum 2-5 years of experienceEqual OpportunityFlorida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Florida Tech does not discriminate on the basis of sex. Inquiries concerning the application of the non-discrimination policy may be directed to the Office of Title IX at John E. Miller Office Building (401QAD), 150 West University Blvd, Melbourne, FL 32901,