Maintenance Support Worker (Electrical Services)

Job Summary Supports and facilitates the operations of the Electrical Department by ensuring a safe, functional, learning environment for the continued growth of our students and University community. Assist the Electrical Services department with general electrical repairs, maintenance and installations of wiring. Provide assistance with installation, relocation, and repairs of electrical equipments and wiring. Participate in reading and interpreting blue prints, to locate and repair damage electric wiring. Provides support with the installation of new electrical fixtures and equipment's. Assist with the modification of electrical circuits in new and existing University facilities. Work in cooperation with University Facilities Development Section or outside contractual personnel when directed. Assists in the general maintenance repair tasks, replacement of ceiling tiles, and light bulbs. Provides support with special events set-up to ensure electrical systems are working properly. Performs general emergency maintenance duties connected to any and all aspects required by the Facilities Management Department. Such as, assist in hurricane protection, barricading of ditches, roads, emergency lights, broken road signs, repairing leaks on a permanent or temporary basis and other duties as required. Is expected to be available to report Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, storms, and/or any other university emergency closing. The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator. Minimum Qualifications Completion of 8th grade. Job Category Staff Advertised Salary $33,000 - $36,000 Work Schedule Begin time: 7:00 AM End time: 3:30 PM Working Condition(s) Manual Materials Handling Needs personal protective equipment for the job Operating University Vehicles (all types) Power Tools Ladders/Lifts/ Elevated Platforms Lifting, carrying, or pushing/pulling equipment. Climb or balance Pre-Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check Driver's License Check Other Information Must be able to work with loud noise from Equipment/Machinery/Vibration. Ability to work flexible hours as needed. Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University Shift may vary according to departmental needs. May be required to travel to FIU Campuses. How to Claim Vet Preference Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. 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