Maintenance Technician I

About the company

Rice University

Higher education · 2 to 10 employees

What you'll do

• This position is exclusively on-site, requiring all duties to be performed in person at the FP&CC PM Shop, Monday through Friday, from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• This is an essential on-campus position requiring all duties to be performed in person, with multiple schedules in place, including day, night, and weekend shifts.
• Schedules may change based on business needs and may include overtime or shifts to other hours. Per Rice policy 440, work arrangements may be subject to change.
• Candidates selected through this posting may be assigned to day, night, and weekend shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and scaffolding and navigate confined areas with piping or wiring obstructions as needed to access equipment.
• Moderate to heavy physical activity, including bending, stooping, climbing, balancing, standing, and walking for up to 8 hours per day.
• Occasional entry into utility tunnels and other confined spaces.
• Exposure to high-pressure boilers and steam piping, high-voltage electricity, high noise levels, rotating machinery, and other potentially hazardous equipment.
• Work in mechanical rooms, tunnels, labs, attics, crawl spaces, non-conditioned spaces, and dusty, dirty, or wet conditions.
• Personal protective equipment (hearing protection, safety shoes, and safety glasses) is required.
• No formal education required
• 0–1 years of experience in facilities maintenance or a related trade, with practical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems and the use of standard tools and troubleshooting equipment
• Basic maintenance and repair skills, including the safe use of hand tools, power tools, testing devices, and maintenance equipment to inspect, troubleshoot, and perform repairs.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand, operate, and maintain facility systems and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings, equipment manuals, and electrical schematics.
• Basic computer skills, including the use of tablets, work order systems, and other maintenance-related technology.
• Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, applicable safety standards and regulations, including OSHA, NEC, and NFPA requirements.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to identify issues, follow instructions, and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong organizational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills, with a commitment to quality workmanship and maintaining a safe, clean, and professional work environment.
• Associate’s degree, or trade school degree in a related field.
• Experience working effectively in a team-based maintenance or facilities environment within higher education.
• Journeyman certification, trade school training, or equivalent experience in a skilled trade such as electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, or pipefitting.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work independently and solve problems involving mechanical, electrical, or automated systems.
• Working knowledge of building and facility systems, including motors, transfer switches, bus ducts, and other related equipment.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with facility occupants and stakeholders.
• Proficiency with computers and maintenance technology, including Microsoft Office applications and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Self-motivated, organized, and able to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on residential facilities, building systems, and equipment to support safe and reliable operations.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and diagnose maintenance issues and determine appropriate corrective actions within the scope of the position.
• Escalate complex maintenance problems to supervisors and assist with coordinating repairs and generating work orders as needed.
• Inspect, repair, clean, and maintain equipment, tools, common areas, and mechanical spaces.
• Assist with general building maintenance tasks, including moving furnishings, replacing HVAC filters, cleaning HVAC coils and mechanical rooms, maintaining laundry-room lint collection systems, performing basic valve maintenance, conducting equipment inspections, and completing functional checks.
• Assist with basic repairs and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, HVAC, plumbing, and related building systems under guidance as needed.
• Support other Maintenance Technicians and skilled trades personnel with maintenance and repair projects.
• Accurately enter work orders, maintenance activities, and labor time into computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or other designated systems.
• Monitor inventory levels and communicate material and supply needs to maintain adequate stock.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment and follow all applicable safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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