| Classification Title: | Maintenance Assistant |
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| Classification Minimum Requirements: | Completion of the ninth (9th) grade and one (1) year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. |
| Job Description: | JOB SUMMARY The Library Facilities Planning Department (LFPD) is responsible for all facility planning construction maintenance security signage accountable property office supply distribution and a system-wide mail and courier service for the Smathers Libraries which include seven facilities with over 350000 square feet of building space. The Facilities Assistant helps manage the day-to-day operations of the department and assists with building maintenance by responding to the needs of all branches and storage facilities as well as individual library offices. Triages facilities work orders ensuring the timely and satisfactory completion of requested work. Addresses maintenance problems performing support functions to keep the library operate in a consistent and seamless manner. Assists with the mail collection and distribution for the Libraries. RESPONSIBILITIES Work Orders Works directly with the Maintenance Generalist to resolve work order requests in each library facility within the George A. Smathers Library system. Follows through with tickets submitted and provides timely status updates. Maintenance Participates and assists in coordinating all renovations and library facilities projects working closely with vendors and appropriate library and university employees. Handles minor repairs to Library equipment and building mechanical systems. General facilities duties including but not limited to painting replacing light bulbs cleaning general repair and furniture moving. Performs minor welding and carpenter repairs. Assists in departmental moves as requested. Office Support Greets guests and answers general questions. Answers screens and directs department phone calls to the correct person. Supports the Facilities & Security Department by filing copying faxing and scanning as requested. Duties will also include word processing and managing Outlook calendar. Mail Delivery Delivers mail and other documents to departments and other library locations on and off campus. Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. Serves on committees as appointed and participates in staff development opportunities. |
| Expected Salary: | $19.23/hr minimum salary; The Smathers Libraries offer a salary commensurate with experience and credentials. |
| Required Qualifications: | Completion of the ninth (9th) grade and one (1) year of appropriate experience. Appropriate vocational/technical training may substitute at an equivalent rate for the required experience. |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: | Application Process To apply submit
Apply by 11:55 pm (EST) on the application close datevia the Jobs at UF online application system. Applications will be reviewed as received. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact Tina Marie Litchfield George A. Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office at . If an accommodation due to a hearing or speech disability is needed to apply for this position please call University of Florida Human Resources or the Florida Relay System at (TDD). Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date. |
| Health Assessment Required: | Yes - This position requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and involves lifting moving furniture use of pallet jacks dollies/hand trucks and book trucks. Hand tools and small power tools will also be used. A health assessment is required prior to employment. |
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