General Maintenance Repair Tech - Special Services
- Employer
- The University of Kansas
- Location
- Lawrence, KS
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Research Staff & Technicians, Institutional & Business Affairs, Auxiliary Services, Facilities Management & Sustainability
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
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If you are looking for a rewarding and dynamic career, look no farther than the University of Kansas. In addition to a competitive salary, KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, 9 paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a great retirement program, medical and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options and state of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational opportunities for employees. KU is a great place to work!
Work Schedule is 7:30am-4pm Monday to Friday Job Description60% - Moving/Set-Up:
- Loads and unloads trucks, drives trucks and vans. Picks up and delivers office furniture within and between buildings; percussion equipment and other band instruments for University Band Department; mattresses, dressers, and other residential room furniture; janitorial supplies to residence halls and scholarship halls; and undergraduate catalogs and time tables. May load pianos and lab equipment. Loads, transports, sets up and tears down chairs, tables, staging and other equipment for special events.
- Removes broken or obsolete furniture or equipment, such as typewriters, computers, desks, chairs, etc.
- Uses Geni lift and scaffolding.
- Assembles furniture, Herman Miller office systems, bunk beds for residential rooms, and special orders, following the specifications of the manufacturer and shop supervisor.
- Disposes of broken or obsolete furniture. Installs and removes bulletin boards, chalkboards, and whiteboards.
- Installs, repairs, and maintains large tables, tablet arm chairs, table tops, and desks. Repairs office equipment and furniture such as file cabinets, desks, Herman Miller and other wall partitions, chairs and computer work stations.
- Operates hand and power tools and equipment as necessary on work sites.
- Repairs shop equipment such as two and four wheel moving dollies, pallet jacks and lifts on the moving truck.
- Assists electric shop with light bulb and ballast wiring changes (with required training and tools).
- Assists HVAC technicians in performing seasonal maintenance on large chillers, cooling towers, window a/c units and other related equipment.
- Acts as lead worker in the absence of supervisor.
- Demonstrates safe lifting methods and other procedures to others.
- Reports materials usages and anticipated early or late completions of work in progress.
- Cleans work sites and tools.
- Completes necessary paperwork associated with assigned projects.
- Assists with snow/ice removal and surface treatment as needed.
- Lift and carry up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation and items greater than 100 pounds with assistance.
- Work from high scaffolds and ladders, confined spaces.
- Work in temperature extremes, both hot and cold inside and outside.
- Respond to after-hours emergencies as needed.
- Work overtime as needed.
- Report to work during periods of inclement weather as declared.
- Must enter work order information digitally.
- NOTE: this position is physically demanding requiring moderate physical exertion.
- High School diploma or GED equivalency.
- Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and throughout the term of employment.
- One year of experience in a skilled craft area. Associate’s degree or vocational school certification may be substituted for required experience.
- Knowledge of the standard equipment for moving of office furniture, lab equipment, pianos etc.
- Experience driving 1-ton box trucks with lift and pickup truck.
- Experience in building of office furniture, bunk beds, and Herman Miller office Systems.
- Knowledge of computer programs, Word, Maximo and Excel.
Review of applications will begin Monday, December 5th and continues until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to ApplicantsWill Allen
w_allen@ku.edu
785-864-4980 Advertised Salary RangeStarting at $34,000 Work ScheduleM-F 7:30a-4p Application Review Begins05-Dec-2022 Anticipated Start Date06-Mar-2023
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Working at the University of Kansas
Join the University of Kansas, and you’ll become part of a Jayhawk family that spans the globe. Wear your KU shirt in London, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Nairobi or anywhere else, and you will likely hear a resounding “Rock Chalk!” from a stranger. Of course, the appropriate response is an enthusiastic “Jayhawk!” Because, after all, they’re not really strangers, they’re family.
The Jayhawk community is united by more than 150 years of tradition and by our commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, transforming the academic experience, and creating solutions through innovative research. KU’s mission is to lift students and society by educating leaders, building healthy communities and making discoveries that change the world.
The University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). We consistently earn high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university.
KU faculty and staff embrace our role as the state’s flagship university, AAU member and R1 institution that serves the state, nation and world. We celebrate the energy and compassion that infuse the Jayhawk spirit; and, we remain true to KU’s historic values: the elevating force of education, the transformative power of research and the healing power of service.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Kansas is committed to a learning and workplace environment that is representative of our nation and global society, accepts and values everyone, appreciates our common humanity and understands that our multiple differences are the cornerstone of academic preparation, professional excellence and distinction. KU must be a place where all people feel they belong and have access to resources and support that help them attain their educational and professional goals.
We recognize there are inequalities and privileges generated by historical and persistent intersecting differences by race, ethnicity, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, abilities, religion, regional background, veteran status, citizenship status and nationality. And we hold ourselves accountable for policies, processes and programs that appreciate these and other differences and create more fair, safe and just learning, working and living environments for KU students, faculty and staff.
Instruction
KU offers a broad array of undergraduate and graduate study programs, and we fulfill our mission through academic and research programs of international distinction, coupled with outstanding libraries, teaching museums and information technology. These resources enrich the academic experience for students from all 50 states and 112 countries, and provide enrichment resources for KU faculty and staff.
Research
The university attains high levels of research productivity and recognizes that faculty are part of a network of scholars and academicians that shape a discipline as well as teach it. KU staff are integral to our research success, participating in and supporting discoveries that expand knowledge and improve lives.
Service
The university and our employees serve society through research, teaching and the preservation and dissemination of knowledge. KU's academic programs, arts facilities and public programs provide cultural enrichment opportunities for the larger community. And, KU offers educational, research and service programs throughout the state. KU employees are encouraged to participate in and serve the campus and surrounding communities in a way that is meaningful to them.
International Dimension
KU offers more than 100 programs of international study and cooperative research for KU students and faculty at sites around the world. The university offers teaching and research that draw upon and contribute to the most advanced developments throughout the United States and abroad. At the same time, KU's extensive international ties support economic development in Kansas.
Values
The University of Kansas, our students and employees are committed to excellence. We foster a multicultural, inclusive environment in which the dignity and rights of individuals are respected. Intellectual diversity, integrity and disciplined inquiry in the search for knowledge are of paramount importance.
Our City and State
KU sits atop Mt. Oread in the center of Lawrence, a town full of natural beauty and culture. In fact, Rolling Stone magazine named Lawrence one of the best college towns in the United States. Lawrence is home to more than 100,000 people, and has a charming, Midwestern friendliness that welcomes visitors and celebrates diversity. In addition to KU, Lawrence is home to Haskell Indian Nations University, the premiere tribal university in the United States.
Lawrence’s historic and thriving downtown features restaurants, nightlife and local shops offering unique finds that you won’t find anywhere else. The town has more than 50 parks, an encompassing mixed-use trail, and quick access to biking/hiking trails along the Kansas River and around Clinton Lake. A five-minute drive from Lawrence, Clinton Lake offers fishing, boating, beaches, camping and other outdoor activities.
Located just 40 minutes west of Kansas City, Lawrence offers the appeal of a mid-size, suburban town with quick access to the amenities of a large city, including an international airport. The Kansas City metro area is home to world-class museums and cultural activities, Jazz clubs and other nightlife venues, expansive shopping options, and exciting professional sports with the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Sporting KC.
Kansas is in the center of the country, making it convenient and cost effective to fly or drive to destinations throughout the United States. Far from flat, the Flint Hills, just 90 minutes from Lawrence, offer panoramic vistas that showcase the breathtaking beauty of America.
Making KU Your Home
Something about Lawrence is magnetic. Long-time residents are never surprised when a KU student or employee from out of state decides to make Lawrence their permanent home. And, even those who do leave often find themselves returning to “the nest” at some point in the future. In fact, Lawrence has been named by several publications as one of the best places to retire.
At the University of Kansas, you’ll join a global Jayhawk family and find a place to call home.
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