Technician

Performs a wide range of facilities services tasks including non-technical maintenance of plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and / or air conditioning facilities and equipment, at a level not requiring formal licensure.

May be required to perform tasks of other unlicensed trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, painter, and / or locksmith.

Duties and Responsibilities

Monitors, maintains, and performs standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems, such as tubes, fixtures, switches, photo cells, and outlets;

assists licensed electricians with non-technical repairs as appropriate.

• Monitors performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems for the facility; performs standard repair / replacement of components, as appropriate, and non-technical maintenance tasks such as cleaning of heating and cooling fan coil units and adjustment of system controls.
• Monitors and performs non-technical maintenance of plumbing systems, to include standard repair of leaking fixtures, cleaning obstructed waste lines, installing water coolers, and / or performing non-technical modifications to plumbing and water supply systems;

assists licensed plumbers, as appropriate.

Performs carpentry maintenance tasks including routine sheetrock / drywall installation and / or repair, window replacement, cabinet and countertop replacement, painting and texturing, and door and hardware installation;

paints interior and exterior finishes, as appropriate.

• May assist in maintaining water treatment and storage system.
• May perform general maintenance, custodial, and trash removal tasks.
• May repair kitchen equipment.
• Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Documents facilities maintenance requirements; maintains appropriate records of work performed.
• Performs snow removal, as required.
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
• High school diploma or GED; successful completion of PPD Trades Training Program and at least 6 months of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

• Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment.
• Records maintenance skills.
• Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to repair and maintain appliances and heating and cooling equipment.
• Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures.
• Knowledge of one or more building trades.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Position Requires : a) Performing a wide range of non-technical maintenance; b) Monitoring performance of heating, ventilation, and cooling systems;

c) Repairing electrical fixtures, switches and outlets, and d) Repairing leaking fixtures, cleaning obstructed lines, replacing windows, and painting.

Conditions of Employment

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• If located at the UNM Children's Campus, successful candidate must pass a comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment criminal and New Mexico Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) fingerprint background check, and a continued successful status will be verified by periodic future background checks.
• All regular, non-temporary positions assigned to this classification are represented by a labor union and subject to the terms and conditions of the CWA Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

• Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and / or loud noises.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.

Last updated : 2024-05-09