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Maintenance Technician II (Painter, Carpenter, Mason) Grounds Department

Job Details

Job no: 511386
Work type: Staff Full Time
Location: UMass Amherst
Department: Grounds Departments
Union: AFSCME
Categories: Facilities/Grounds

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees. The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers. In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician II maintains buildings and related structures by applying appropriate skills and methods in painting, carpentry, and masonry. As Painter applies paint, varnish, wallpaper, and similar materials in finishing and decorating interior and exterior surfaces. As Carpenter installs, maintains, finishes, and repairs architectural surfaces, structures, hardware, building system components, structural elements, finishes and repairs equipment/furnishings within campus-wide structures and areas. Mason constructs and repairs brick, block and plasters walls, walkways, repairs manholes and catch basins, performs demolition work, mixes concrete and mortar, applies appropriate skills and methods as necessary in the areas of Masonry. May assist other employees in the performance of their work. Performs related work as required. This is a maintenance function, which includes overtime, returning to work between shifts when directed or called. Responsibilities also include to updating the service desk with current phone number.

Essential Functions

  • Responds to routine maintenance and emergency calls.
  • Maintains buildings and structures utilizing skills, methods, and tools of the carpentry trade to construct, alter, repair, and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceiling, windows doors, hardware, ramps, shelving, furniture, etc.
  • Prepares surfaces and applies products to industry standards, such as paint, stain, varnish and/or wall covering to surfaces by means of brush, roller, sprayer or other appropriate equipment to finish or refinish surfaces.
  • Erects ladders and scaffolding as needed to perform assigned work.
  • Performs related duties such as wall construction, layout, and demolition, working out of a bucket truck of lift.
  • Interprets and/or sketches layouts of work: estimates length of time, quantities of material and labor needed to complete job.
  • May at times, provide functional supervision.
  • Apply masonry techniques using the proper tools to construct, alter, repair and/or install walls, stairs, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors in University buildings and performs related work as required.
  • Required to interpret blue prints, construction drawings, sketches of work to be done.
  • Operates motor vehicle, on and off campus, as assigned.
  • Practices and promotes excellent customer service in the workplace and exhibits a clear commitment to the diverse needs of customers.
  • Performs other related duties as required or directed.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education, Experience, Certifications, Licensure)

  • Three years of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in painting, plus demonstrated competence in carpentry and masonry. A diploma or certificate from a recognized trade, technical or vocational school, at the high school level or higher, with a major in painting, carpentry or masonry may be substituted for experience and ability to demonstrate competence in all three trades.
  • Current valid Massachusetts Class D Driver’s License required.
  • Class 2B Hoisting License Required.
  • Knowledge of the principles and techniques of the following Maintenance procedures and repairs related to Masonry, Carpentry and Painting.
  • Considerable knowledge of the tools, materials, methods and standard practices of the carpentry, painting and Masonry trades.
  • Working knowledge of the occupational hazard, precautions and safety practices and procedures in the Masonry, Carpentry and Painting trades.
  • Skill in the use of electric and non-electric hand tools.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions and to read and interpret documents such as plans, blueprints and drawings.
  • Ability to make simple estimates of time and materials.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and to climb and work from ladders and scaffolds.
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
  • Physical stamina and endurance, ability to stand for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others, to work as a team, and to interact with others with tact and respect.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Must be able to:

  • Use electric and non-electric hand tools
  • Work in confined spaces
  • Climb and work from ladders and scaffolds
  • Lift and carry heavy objects
  • Have physical stamina and endurance and ability to stand for prolonged periods of time

Additional Details

This is a maintenance function that includes overtime work and returning to work when directed or called. Incumbent is responsible to update the service desk with a current phone number.

Work Schedule

Monday to Friday 7AM-3PM

Salary Information

Grade 14, Step 1

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants complete application in full and submit a résumé, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references to ensure consideration. However, position may remain posted until filled.

UMass Amherst is committed to a policy of equal opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, or genetic information in employment, admission to and participation in academic programs, activities, and services, and the selection of vendors who provide services or products to the University. To fulfill that policy, UMass Amherst is further committed to a program of affirmative action to eliminate or mitigate artificial barriers and to increase opportunities for the recruitment and advancement of qualified minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and covered veterans. It is the policy of the UMass Amherst to comply with the applicable federal and state statutes, rules, and regulations concerning equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Advertised: Dec 16 2021 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close:

Organization

The University of Massachusetts Amherst is one of the preeminent public research universities in America. Nestled in idyllic Amherst, Massachusetts—often called “The top college town in North America”—the campus is consistently ranked among the top public research universities in the nation, and offers a rich cultural environment in a rural setting close to major urban centers. 

As one of the nation's top public research universities – as measured by national and international rankings, academic citations, and research funding – the campus spends more than $180 million on research each year, demonstrating its contribution to the nation’s position as a technological and economic leader. The university works in conjunction with academic, government, and private partners to translate new knowledge and scientific discoveries into technical innovations and scholarly works that create opportunities for students, faculty and the public. 

Eight schools and colleges offer more than 85 undergraduate majors, 68 master’s and 48 doctoral degree programs, many counted among the top programs in the nation and world. UMass Amherst is also home to New England's premier honors college.

The 1,159 full-time faculty members are dedicated teachers and world-renowned researchers and the campus has regularly been listed among the top performers in terms of faculty awards. With over 24,000 students from all 50 states and over 70 countries, the student body is the most academically successful in the history of the campus. Students participate in 240 organizations, 21 NCAA Division I athletic teams, extensive intramurals, living-learning residence halls, community service, and internships. With one of the largest residential life systems in the nation, UMass Amherst houses approximately 12,000 students on campus. The university is enjoying a facilities renaissance, including new buildings in the sciences, the arts, and recreation. UMass Amherst is part of the Five College consortium with Smith, Mount Holyoke, Hampshire and Amherst colleges.

As an employer, the University of Massachusetts Amherst is a national leader in developing family-friendly policies, benefits and amenities designed to help faculty members develop both productive careers and satisfying personal lives. The university offers one of the nation’s most generous parental leave policies. The university is also part of the Academic Career Network, a regional consortium formed to serve dual-career couples and encourage greater diversity in the academy.

 

Company info
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Telephone
4135454894
Location
181 PRESIDENTS DR
Whitmore Administration Building
Amherst
Massachusetts
01003
US

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