Filter/Lube Technician I Facilities Services

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Facilities Services
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Filter/Lube Technician I.
The Filter/ Lube/ Insulation Technician is responsible for changing filters in campus HVAC equipment, greasing motors and fans, changing oil in air compressors and vacuum pumps, replacing belts on fans and running weekly checks on building emergency generators including keeping them fueled. Completing required weekly checks on all campus air compressors including draining holding tanks of any moisture and checking belt wear.
The technician is responsible for cutting, ordering and delivering filters to appropriate building. Filter inventory is maintained to ensure appropriate filters are available for scheduled replacements. Technician required to clean heating and air conditioning coils on a regular schedule. Technician is required to re-insulate piping when pipe insulation has been removed. Position will require technician to dispose of old filters, belts and keep mechanical rooms clean and orderly. Assist Labor Shop with moves, event setups and snow removal as assigned.
Required Skills
Understanding of equipment and building needs as to the replacement of filters.
Understanding of bearings and proper maintenance of bearings.
Must be able to change oil and filters in both air compressors and vacuum pumps.
Must be able to check and adjust belt alignment with belts and sheaves.
Must have experience to determine belt wear and replacement of belts.
Must have knowledge to install pipe insulation.
Must be able to perform heavy lifting of equipment and furniture for moves.
Must be well organized.
Must possess good communication skills.
Must be able to be self-directed and work with limited supervision.
Must be able to follow directions both written and verbal.
Must be able to work off of blueprints, maps, and work orders.
Able to pass physical screening
Physical Requirements
(Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.)
Lifting: Ground to 60 inches, up to 75#. Ground to 36 inches, up to 100#.
Carrying: Front carry up to 120# for 10 feet or less.
Pushing/Pulling: Up to 200# of weight (materials and during the use of tools). Push force required 100# sustained, and pull force required 100# sustained.
Bending, stretching, twisting, or reaching with your body, arms, and/or legs in all directions.
Repetitive squatting on both even and uneven surfaces.
Working overhead from various positions (standing, squatting, and on knees).
Static forward bending from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.
Trunk rotation from a standing position.
Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder or scaffold.
Walking various distances throughout the day on even and uneven surfaces, distances up to 1000 feet.
Use of manual and finger dexterity to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2 to 5 1/2 circumference needing an average of 50# of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 100#).
Use of foot controls and hand controls to drive and operate light and heavy machinery.
Ability to work at heights, climbing and using ladders and scaffolding.
Ability to work in hot and cold environments including confined spaces and tunnels.
Ability to use a negative pressure respirator and pass a respiratory exam.
Must be available 24 hours a day to respond to call outs during early morning hours and late evening hours for snow removal or other types of emergencies.
Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment
Minimum Required Experience
High School diploma and two (2) years’ of related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current Driver’s License.
Preferred Qualifications
Building Maintenance Certificate
Experience and knowledge to operate and maintain a variety of tools and equipment including snow removal equipment, forklift, front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, skid steer, and compactors
About Facilities Services and UM
Facilities Services is charged with efficient operation and maintenance of the state funded physical plant and assisting the Auxiliaries with these services when requested. Facilities Services also supports campus in enhancing and developing its physical plant.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. provides a culture that values hard work, intellectual curiosity, diversity, collegiality, innovative thinking, and teamwork, making it a great place to grow and develop professionally. **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its essential values of innovation and creativity, impact, openness, and partnership.
Position Details
Position Title:
Filter/Lube Technician I (Insulation Technician I)
Position Number:
087950
Department:
Facilities Services
Work Schedule:
Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday, 12 months/year.
Salary:
$18/hr
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Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and may be different from the posted salary.
For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department
Union Affiliation:
LIUNA Local #1686
Probationary Period:
Six months
Benefits Include
Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

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