General Maintenance Technician

• Complete assigned work orders relating to the University’s 7-day, 24-hour service program for the safe operation, maintenance, and general upkeep of Brandeis facilities, buildings and equipment
• Respond to routine general services requests as well as any/all emergency requests to ensure a safe and functional campus
• Perform basic tasks associated with all major building trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and locksmithing)
• Cover shifts or portions of shifts for other employees working in the 24-hour service program
• May be assigned to one or more trade shops
• Carpentry: Wall repair
• furniture repair
• hang writing boards, shelving, and pictures
• window and door hardware repair
• ceiling tile replacement
• window blind and shade repair and installation
• window screen fabrication and installation
• carpet and tile repair
• painting
• Locksmithing: Basic repair or replacement of door hardware including closers, locks, and cylinders
• Electrical: Replace lamps, bulbs, and lens covers
• test generators, take meter readings
• clean electrical and mechanical areas
• reset breakers
• Plumbing: Clean grease traps, clean and/or replace filters
• unclog drains and toilets
• replace faucet washers
• HVAC: Make minor repairs or adjustments to heating and air conditioning equipment
• cut threads, repack pumps
• lubricate fans, motors, control units
• change filters
• install or remove heating /air conditioning units
• Emergency Response: Upon receiving such instruction from Campus Public Safety personnel, shut down or close fire sprinkler valves
• reset fire alarm panels
• Assist other GMT staff with their daily tasks as needed, including carrying and transporting loads
• Provide appropriate support during various university events, including annual electrical shutdown, opening of school and commencement
• Follow proper safety procedures and observe all safety rules and regulations including OSHA
• Clean work areas and maintain tools and equipment
• Report on building damages, malfunctioning equipment, needed maintenance and/or repairs in assigned work areas
• Respond to emergency call ins
• Input data into computerized work order system, recording time and work order information
• Participate in training to keep and acquire knowledge, skills and abilities to remain current with standard operational practices and revised standards
• Maintain appropriate certifications and licenses
• Interact professionally and follow up with members of the campus community

• High or trade school graduate, or GED
• Minimum of 3-5 years full-time demonstrated, documented experience performing a variety of work within the associated trades
• Ability to keep records, write reports and identify job related materials
• Ability to cover shifts or portions of shifts for other employees working in the 24-hour service program
• Valid and current Massachusetts Driver’s License
• OSHA 10 training preferred

OSHA 10 training