Preventative Maintenance Trades Specialist I - Facilities %26 Services

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Performs preventative/predictive maintenance on equipment such a s but not limited to, air handling equipment, fan coils, and associated cooling equipment pumps, motors, electrical panels, in buildings per an established maintenance schedule to include filter changes, lubrication, replacement of belts, inspections, etc.
• Required to operate and test generators to ensure safe and reliable operation during power outages. Required to complete preventive maintenance of generators such as oil changes, a fuel and oil filter changes, belts, hoses, etc.
• When appropriate, individual will coordinate work and needs with building Supervisor, Facilities Management Supervisors, Unit 35, and other personnel as may be required by the situation.
• Will be required to collect data to be entered into the TMA work order system.
• Ensures that work areas, shop, and storage areas are clean and neatly maintained.
• Operates electrical testing equipment and a variety of power tools such as drills, saws, pumps, pipe threaders, etc.
• Will maintain safe standards and working conditions following all state, local, and federal requirements. Will be responsible for calling out support personnel when conditions warrant. This will include repair of equipment as well as safety issues.
• Documents all activities in TMA and initiates corrective work requests for failed PM's. Shall develop and prepare logs with necessary data as may be required by the Supervisor or emergency personnel.
• May be involved in repairs to electrical, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and carpentry, as the situation requires. Also, may be required to assist other shop personnel with emergency repairs when necessary.
• Required to perform general maintenance duties and responsibilities as necessary and to assist other trades with electrical connections, lighting, sheet metal fabrication, painting, carpentry, plumbing, millwright work, etc.
• Will be required to move, load, and carry all materials and equipment necessary to complete all phases of assigned maintenance and construction projects. May be required to move any materials and equipment that interfere with the flow of the project. When project is completed, work site must be left in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Assists Supervisor in development of preventive maintenance programs.
• Operates man lifts or aerial lifts as may be required.

The Division of Facilities and Services encompasses two units that are integral to the University's success. Our units employ talented and skilled workers whose jobs range from maintaining, protecting and improving the University's buildings and grounds. Facilities and Services takes care of every aspect of WVU so that its employees, students and guests are safe and satisfied on campus.

Pay Grade: 13, WVU provides competitive wages for its employees, and takes experience and related education into consideration when determining appropriate salary.

WVU offers a comprehensive benefits package, 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off, as well as many other discounts and services. Learn more about available benefits at https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/benefits-and-compensation .

• High school diploma and vocational training of up to 18 months beyond high school within the maintenance field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• At least two (2) years of experience in four or more of the following listed skilled trades: electrical, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, plumbing, mechanical, carpentry, and building maintenance.

• Physical demands include:
  • Walking, carrying, standing, lifting objects over 75 pounds, crawling, climbing daily.
  • Working in tight areas in extreme temperatures and conditions daily.