Maintenance Technician III

Student Success and Well-Being Recreation and Wellness Center: 

At the UCF Recreation and Wellness Center, we strive to provide a safe, clean, dependable, quality, and fun environment. These are goals we set for ourselves, for this facility, for our programs, and ultimately, for our students' experience.

The Opportunity:

The UCF Student Success and Well-Being Recreation and Wellness Center is currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician III to join our team! Our team is dedicated to the maintenance and upkeep of our sprawling, state of the art facilities, including the wellness center, pools, sports fields, and more. Every day is different in this role depending on sporting events and daily needs. This position supervises 7 technicians within the department.

This is an Auxiliary-funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

Responsibilities:

• Oversight of 6 Maintenance Technician I and 1 Maintenance Technician II employees. Includes hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating a team of 7 staff.

• Working supervisor who will assist with any indoor and outdoor facility repairs and preventative maintenance. Systems include all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing. Includes the maintenance of vehicles, of the outdoor fields, fitness equipment, and 2 swimming pools.

• Responsible for all facility inspections and follow up repairs conforms to governing codes and ADA in addition to reporting all documentation through Facility Operations (AiM).

• Coordinate and meet with outside vendors for repairs.

• Responsible for maintaining inventory.

• Assist the Maintenance Superintendent in any specialty projects and repairs.

• Serve as essential personnel for campus emergencies and closures.

Minimum Qualifications:

Completion of an approved apprenticeship program for multiple trades and 4 years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma and 4 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:

We welcome candidates with any experience in the following areas:

• Basic knowledge of building mechanical, plumbing, and electrical systems.

• Familiarity reading building plans and schematics.

• Knowledge of outside grounds and field painting.

• Leadership or supervisory experience.

• Knowledge of pools; willing to obtain Certified Pool Operator.

• Certified First Aid/CPR/AED

Health Assessment Required:  

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

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

This is an Auxiliary-funded position. Employment is subject to availability of funding and may cease at the time funding for this employment is depleted.

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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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