Job Description

Department

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)

Department Information

Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Reports to the Elevator Shop Supervisor to perform planned maintenance, repair, and other projects in and/or on University owned properties.
• Works independently or as part of a team, including other trades.
• Performs work on various elevator systems.

General Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs elevators, escalators, chairlifts, conveyors. and machine rooms/pits. Inspects wiring connection, control panel hookups, door installation, and alignment and clearance of car hoistway.
• Operates elevator to determine power demand and tests power consumption to detect overload factors. Reads schematics and troubleshoots elevator malfunctions. May perform acceptance and routine inspections, witness tests, and report results of the inspection and testing.
• Orders parts through supervisor. Repairs and replaces worn/damaged components as needed. Cleans, repairs, or replaces controller components as needed. Cleans machine room and elevator pits.
• Removes passengers from stuck elevators.
• Participates in the training of apprentices and/or other workers as needed.
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Drives vehicle.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• DOL certificate in applicable trade.
• 5 years of verifiable journey level experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Required

• Possesses a valid Indiana elevator mechanic license Upon Date of Hire
• Possesses a valid driver's license and ability to be insured by Indiana University Upon Date of Hire

SKILLS

Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Ability to successfully complete required training programs
• Ability to learn how to safely use relevant hand and power tools associated with the trade. Equipment utilized: Use of computers, meters, stationary equipment and basic hand tools and specialized equipment
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner
• Ability to use a computer
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) license
• May be required to acquire and maintain OSHA required certifications
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in installation, maintenance, and repair of elevator systems and equipment
• Ability to perform troubleshooting, installation, and inspection
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds

Working Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. This role requires the ability to move objects weighing up to 75 pounds. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.

Work Location

Bloomington, Indiana

Advertised Salary

$35.57 per hour

$73,985.60 annualized

Benefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.

Job Classification

Career Level: Mastery

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility

Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades

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Posting Disclaimer

This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.

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