Maintenance Technician

Overview POSITION SUMMARY: Under the direction of the supervisor or designee, the Maintenance Technician performs semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance and construction tasks. The Maintenance Technician assists technicians on major repairs or new construction, installs, repairs, modifies, and maintains a variety of equipment and electro-mechanical systems used including ancillary and laboratory equipment. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist plumbers, electricians, carpenters, and other mechanical journeymen, in major repairs and maintenance; which may involve following blueprints and written instructions Lubricate, clean, and paint mechanical equipment Clean machinery, appurtenances and mechanical spaces Build, install, and repair walls, ceilings and floors Perform wall patching and painting Assist in moving and setting up of furniture; as well as, other equipment and machinery Maintain and repair maintenance tools Perform all routine preventative maintenance inspection and adhere to set timetables for completion Operate, troubleshoot, install, and repair all equipment and systems Perform routine cleaning including washing, stripping and buffing floors, cleaning and disinfecting restrooms, emptying trash, vacuuming carpets, dusting and replenishing paper supplies Perform receiving, mail distribution, and courier services Maintain records and pertinent data Maintain spare parts inventory Perform other duties as required. Qualifications REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma 0-1 years of experience working semi-skilled building and equipment maintenance and construction tasks. Working knowledge of construction and maintenance materials and equipment Knowledge of tools and skill to perform work using hammers, wrenches, etc. Ability to read instructions, blueprints, and/or specifications General knowledge of piping, plumbing, ducting and electrical systems including the interpreting of schematics and ability to work from drawings and manufacturer instructions Ability to travel to off-site locations. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Massachusetts Medical School