Auxiliary Enterprises Maintenance and Facilities Technician

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences. The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation. JOB TITLEAuxiliary Enterprises Maintenance and Facilities TechnicianJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYThis position performs a wide variety of maintenance duties to provide a clean, orderly, and safe environment; and perform related work as required in and around the University auxiliary enterprise facilities. The Coordinator will manage a wide array of maintenance duties, troubleshoots problems, performs minor repairs, and responds promptly to emergency calls for service; works closely with employees and the public to meet the maintenance needs of Auxiliary Enterprises; maintains services records and inventory for all Auxiliary Enterprises’ equipment; coordinates purchases or repair services for all Auxiliary Enterprises including the University’s shuttle program; and resolves problems to ensure efficient and safe operations.JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Maintenance Work:

• Performs a wide variety of general and semi-skilled maintenance activities (e.g., plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical) for completing projects within established time frames.
• Removes trash in accordance with established procedures.
• Cleans and preserves a variety of surfaces, using a wide range of chemicals according to state and federal regulations.
• Handles and disposes of hazardous materials and blood borne pathogens with care.

Maintenance Requests:

• Receives, processes, and resolves requests for routine maintenance needs.
• Schedules, coordinates, directs, and performs routine and comprehensive maintenance of assigned facilities.
• Responds to emergencies during and after hours for resolving immediate safety concerns.

Preventative Maintenance:

• Performs preventative maintenance in and around facilities; manages/produces a calendar for routine maintenance (vehicle maintenance, vent cleaning, fire suppression systems, etc.)
• Completes daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on equipment maintenance procedures and maintains records of scheduled maintenance procedures.

Inventory:

• Maintains inventory and submits written requests for supplies; tests and evaluates new supplies and equipment.

Operational Oversight:

• Works with University vendors (food service, vending, etc.) to ensure they are complying with any contractual requirements for preventative maintenance of equipment, cleanliness, use of facilities, etc.
• Provides recommendation to leadership regarding equipment replacement and other service needs.
• Maintains a 5-year renewal and replacement project list to ensure Auxiliary Enterprises facilities and equipment remain in optimal condition and meet the needs of the growing campus community.
• Collaborates with other departmental staff, including facilities managers, technicians, and administrative personnel, to coordinate maintenance activities and support overall departmental goals.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements and efficiency gains within the maintenance operations, and actively participates in initiatives to enhance departmental effectiveness and customer satisfaction.
• On-sight point of contact for any capital projects, routine services, or other maintenance work associated with Auxiliary Enterprises.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of general safety protocol (OSHA) when operating/maintaining University equipment (food service equipment, vehicles, etc.)
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work under inclement weather conditions, and in an environment containing caustic chemicals, cleaning materials, dust, and noise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Completion of a high school diploma or GED.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties and responsibilities as described, including related work experience in one or more of the building trades.
• Some experience with preventative Maintenance and/or servicing of food service equipment.
• Some knowledge of vehicle maintenance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience maintaining facilities and equipment in a higher education setting;
• 3 years’ experience maintaining food service equipment and/or operations;
• Experience in managing facility, vehicle, and equipment maintenance programs.

NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., evenings and weekends may be required.

TARGET HIRING SALARY: $25.00 hourly.

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position is open until filled.

REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:

• This position requires a criminal background check.
• This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.

Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS INFORMATIONFlorida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.RETIREMENTFlorida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click here for more information. FLORIDA POLY BENEFITS

• Perks and Discounts
• Annual Leave
  • To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
• Sick Leave
  • Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
• Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

EXPLORE LAKELAND FLORIDAConveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland is home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businesses and attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS: Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered. An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire. Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline. All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements. This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04.