Building Maintenance Technician
Vanderbilt University
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- Location
- Nashville, TN
- Work style
- On-site
- Job type
- Full time
- Posted
- Oct 19
- 2 days ago
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About the company
Vanderbilt University
Higher education · 1,001 to 5,000 employees
What you'll do
- Cleaning Windows
- Grinding Concrete
- Pressure Washing
- Ballard Rotation – Going around checking to make sure they are up or down.
- Pick up outside furniture to bring back to the shop for the carpenter to fix.
- High School Graduate or GED is required
- Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid driver's license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
- Ability to work safely around equipmentStrong communication skills
- Able to stand, stoop, crawl, work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
- Push, pull, lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
- Able to work in various weather conditions
- High work ethic
- Ability to effectively communicate and follow written and oral instructions is Preferred
- Ability to: change light bulbs, ballasts, fixtures, switches/plates, HVAC filters, thermostats, hang pictures, tighten screws on hardware, lubricate hinges and closures.
- Touch up paint as needed.
- Simple plumbing repairs.
- Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
What you need
- Good knowledge of building skills, including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, painting, and general building repair
- Mechanical background or aptitude
Key skills
HVACplumbingdrywall installationpaintinggeneral building repairmechanical backgroundmechanical aptitude
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The Building Maintenance Technician is part of the Vanderbilt University Maintenance & Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repair of a building or area. Building Maintenance Technicians need to have a good knowledge of building skills, including HVAC, plumbing, drywall installation, painting, and general building repair. The position reports directly to a Zone Manager. This is a great opportunity for candidates with a mechanical background or aptitude looking to gain experience in a wide range of facilities and trades skills, and who wants to expand their experience as a craftsman or technician.