Maintenance Specialist

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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Maintenance Specialist - Boca Raton, FL

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Independently oversee routine and emergency work requests related to maintenance and utility matters.

• Collaborate weekly with Assistant Director of Facility Operations on repair matters such as plumbing, electrical fixtures, HVAC, carpentry, painting and other building related elements.

• Possess expertise in multiple trades and comprehensive understanding of repair process.

• Log and Manage work orders through designated system (Fitness EMS, FAMIS).

• Daily Communicate with staff regarding special events needs.

• Serve as a liaison between Campus Recreation and Facilities Management Staff.

• Collaborate with supervisor to develop plans and budgets for special projects and renovations.

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Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED with 3 years of experience in related fields such as facility maintenance, electrical, plumbing or mechanical is required.

Salary:

$21.00 per hour

College or Department:

Student Affairs - Campus Recreation

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:00a.m. - 5:00p.m. with some early mornings, nights and weekends as needed

Application Deadline:

2024-10-09

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

Temporary positions are not established positions and are paid from OPS funds. Temporary positions are usually not eligible for benefits and retirement; however, they may be eligible for health insurance coverage depending on the average hours worked per week. They provide full-time or part-time employment in an exempt or non-exempt employment situation based on job duties and salary in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Temporary positions do not have layoff rights and may be terminated without prior notice. Applicants hired into Temporary positions may apply for a regular appointment should a vacancy become available.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email accommodate@fau.edu or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

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