Maintenance Technician II, High Performance Work Team

Facilities and Business Operations:

Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

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The Opportunity:

Join our High-Performance Work Team as a Maintenance Technician II. This position is vital in ensuring the operational maintenance and sanitation of campus buildings, contributing to a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive living and learning environment. You will be responsible for troubleshooting maintenance issues, providing service, and responding to customer and staff requests. The ideal candidate has basic maintenance repair skills and the ability to perform some custodial tasks, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks and corrective repairs (PMR) based on issues identified during PM or reported by users. This includes basic repairs in areas such as plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry.

• Maintain and replace light bulbs, HVAC filters, ceiling tiles, and service plumbing fixtures (e.g., unclogging drains).

• Assist with basic custodial tasks, including vacuuming floors, cleaning windows, and removing trash to maintain a clean and orderly environment.

• Support work performed by central shops, contractors, other zones, departments, or during campus events. Perform corrective work to restore equipment or spaces to proper working conditions.

• Complete work orders promptly, documenting labor hours, action codes, shop stock, and trade notes. Report any conditions requiring further attention to your supervisor and update the status of work orders, as needed. Create work orders for unassigned repairs identified during the shift.

• Occasional schedule flexibility may be necessary to support university events and/or closures, which may include weekends and holidays.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades and 3 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and 3 years of relevant experience. Or an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219. Click here for more information

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience performing general building maintenance.

• Basic knowledge of custodial cleaning techniques and chemicals.

• Experience working in a campus, institutional, medical, hospitality, or similar environment, with an understanding of facility operations and maintenance procedures.

• Experience with inventory management, including tracking materials and tools.

• Ability to operate and maintain maintenance tools and equipment safely and effectively.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot a variety of facility-related issues independently.

• Able to communicate effectively with customers and team members, operate electronic equipment (iPad for Integrated Work Management Systems PM checkpoints), comprehend standard safety procedures, and utilize telecommunication devices.

• Knowledge of safety protocols and the ability to adhere to safety standards in all aspects of maintenance work.

• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, managing multiple tasks with a high level of organization.

• Familiarity with building automation systems and Integrated Work Management Systems (IWMS).

Health Assessment Required:  

UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

Position requires a valid Class E driver’s license. The position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

May be required to participate in respiratory, medical examination, and training in use of respirators.

Classification Title: Maintenance Technician II

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Working at UCF has its perks!  UCF offers:

• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program 

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options 

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions 

• Education assistance 

• Flexible work environment 

• And more…For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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Veteran’s Preference:   

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans’ Preference, please visit http://hr.ucf.edu/files/VeteransPreference.pdf

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including Disabled/Vets.  Click on UCF's Equal Opportunity Statement to view the President’s Statement.

The UCF affirmative action plans for qualified individuals with disabilities and protected Veterans are available for inspection in the Office of Institutional Equity, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., upon request.

As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. 

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