Preventative Maintenance Technician
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Job Location:
Nashville, IN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
The Preventative Maintenance Technician is part of the Vanderbilt University Maintenance and Operations (VUMO) and is a key individual responsible for Preventive Maintenance on equipment around the University. This position will complete preventive maintenance on equipment maintained by Facilities using a variety of hand tools and metering devices. Reporting directly to the Preventative Maintenance Manager. The Preventative Maintenance Technician work with other stakeholders both within and outside of Facilities to maintain equipment through scheduled preventive maintenance activities.
About the Work Unit:
VUMO provides facilities support for all construction renovation and routine maintenance of University Central space and facilities; housekeeping services for approximately 5.8 million square feet of academic administrative residential and recreational space; grounds care for 330 acres that are a registered arboretum; turf care for athletic fields; and utilities for the University Central and the Medical Center.
Key Functions and Expected Performance:
Complete required Preventive Maintenance on equipment including but not limited to the following:
Belt replacement Sheave/Shiv Replacement Bearing Lubrication Filter replacement Coil cleaning cleaning of each component within equipment and detail cleaning of equipment from top to bottom.
Recognize and report equipment malfunctions (Bearing wear sheave misalignment actuator failure etc.)
Use various metering devices on both energized and de-energized equipment (Manometer Amp Meter Temperature probe Tachometer etc.)
Stand stoop crawl work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
Operation of Automated Logic and Johnson Controls automated control systems via computer and/or tablet device.
Communication with stakeholders specific to HVAC equipment outages
Use of tablet and/or computer to interact with work management system.
Use a variety of hand tools.
Understand and interpret building floor plans and construction blue prints.
Maintain flexibility to work overtime and/or weekends as required.
Supervisory Relationships:
This position does not have supervisory responsibility; this position reports administratively and functionally to Preventive Maintenance Manager.
Education and Certifications:
High School Graduate or GED is required
Four (4) years HVAC maintenance experience or formal education
Valid Driver License is required; must have and maintain a valid drivers license and a satisfactory driving record. Vanderbilt University engages a third party to provide up-to-date notifications regarding negative changes to motor vehicle records
Experience and Skills:
Necessary
General knowledge of industrial HVAC systems
Ability to work safely around rotating equipment
Strong communication skills
Able to stand stoop crawl work on elevated surfaces and be in awkward positions for extended periods of time.
Push pull lift and carry at least 50 pounds.
Able to work in various weather conditions
High work ethic
Preferred
General computer knowledge
Familiar with Microsoft Office Products (Email and Internet primarily)
Strong communication skills
Ability to understand and interpret construction drawings.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
About Company
At Vanderbilt University , our work - regardless of title or role - is in service to an important and noble mission in which every member of our community serves in advancing knowledge and transforming lives on a daily basis. Located in Nashville , Tennessee, on a 330+ acre campus and ... View more
