Building Maintenance Technician II

Building Maintenance Technician II

Wentzville, MO 63385

Overview

Salary Range $18.38 - $27.20 Hourly Position Type Full Time Category Student Life

Benefits Offered:

Retirement, medical, dental, vision, life, FSA, vacation, sick, and paid holidays.

Job Description

Urshan University is seeking an experienced and proactive Building Maintenance Technician II to oversee the daily operations of campus maintenance activities. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all university buildings, residence halls, classrooms, and common areas are maintained at the highest standards of safety, functionality, and appearance. The Building Maintenance Technician II will lead a team of technicians, manage work orders, and support preventive and emergency maintenance operations across the campus.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise, schedule, and coordinate the activities of maintenance personnel, including electricians, plumbers, and HVAC contractors, and general maintenance staff.
• Prioritize and assign work orders through the university's computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Ensure timely completion of maintenance tasks in academic buildings and residence halls.
• Schedule and oversee preventive maintenance, inspections, and repairs on mechanical, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and other facility systems.
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, and environmental regulations.
• Review work throughout the work process and at completion to ensure that it has been performed properly.
• Serve as first-line supervisor for Building Maintenance Technician I.
• Plan work schedules and assign duties through the ticket system.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, inventory, and equipment performance.
• Respond to emergency maintenance issues and troubleshooting equipment failures.
• Repair or replace defective components using various hand tools and power tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or specialty equipment for precision measuring, electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Train and mentor team members on maintenance procedures and safety practices.
• Monitor maintenance budget and ensure cost-effective purchasing of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Collaborate with other departments to support campus events, renovations, and special projects.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and order supplies, materials, and equipment as needed
• Enforce university and regulatory safety standards, ensuring all team members follow proper procedures.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and be available for after-hours or on-call duties when necessary
• Assist in budget planning and cost control for maintenance-related expenditures

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, technical certification or trade school certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license: background check may be requested.
• 35 years of experience in building maintenance, with at least 12 years in a management or lead role.
• Strong knowledge of building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical operations.
• Ability to oversee and lead coworkers in completing assigned work in a safe and timely manner.
• Familiarity with building codes, OSHA safety standards, and Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) platforms.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, and schematics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and troubleshooting capability as well as attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work off-hours or on-call as needed.
• Must be able to lift 75 lbs. and carry 50 lbs.
• The ability to move all parts of the body at various angles while sitting, standing or laying down.
• The ability to climb ladders and perform physical labor in various conditions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office/Office 365 and Google systems
• The ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
• The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• The ability to coordinate two or more limbs (for example, two arms, two legs, or one leg and one arm) while sitting, standing, or lying down.
• The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without 'giving out' or fatiguing.