Building Maintenance Technician
Job ID: 339669
Location: Twin Cities
Job Family: Campus Operations
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job Code: 8421BD
Employee Class: Civil Service

Position Overview:
This position will be responsible for, but not limited to, the maintenance of the department's fixed and movable equipment and the storage warehouse, and will assist the facilities operations manager with complex equipment maintenance on the department's cage washers, tunnel washers, cabinet washers and autoclaves.

Position Responsibilities:
Equipment Maintenance (80%):
* Perform preventative maintenance, equipment modifications, and troubleshooting of department's movable equipment
* Assemble, disassemble, replace, or repair, defective parts; reassemble as required; troubleshoot or adjust movable equipment
* Order replacement parts for equipment
* Order replacement equipment when needed
* Manage the department's storage warehouse
* Assist the area supervisors with their equipment needs, repairs and replacement
* Responsible for moving equipment to and from the warehouse
* Assist with repairs to cage and rack washers, tunnel washers, bottle washers, bottle fillers, bedding dispensers, automatic watering systems, autoclaves, etc.

Inventory Control (5%):
* Maintain inventory of equipment at the warehouse
* Coordinate with supervisors for any needed equipment

Strategic Planning (5%):
* Based on the strategic plan for the department asses the future need for equipment
* Assist with schedules and reviews of maintenance and operation of assigned areas of the department's physical plant systems and fixed equipment located in multiple buildings throughout the Twin Cities U of M campus

Professional Development (5%):
* Participate in department, college, and University events, meetings, projects, and initiatives

Additional Duties (5%):
* The RAR Director may change or assign other duties to this position

Work Schedule and Hours: Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm
Some weekends and holidays may be required.

Physical and Environmental Requirements:
* Proof of current Tetanus vaccine must be provided before starting of employment
* Rabies vaccines or titer will be complete, or employee may complete a declination form
* Measles vaccine or titer will be completed
* Toxoplasmosis titer will be drawn, or declination form completed
* There will be exposure to animal allergens
* Annual test for Tuberculosis will be completed
* Due to high level of noise annual hearing test are performed
* The employee may work in wet rooms
* Employee may work in outside environments in all weather conditions

The pay rate for this position will fall in the range of $41,828.80 - $74,193.60, depending on qualifications

Required Qualifications:
* BA/BS degree or a combination of related education and work experience to equal four years

Preferred Qualifications:
* Have basic mechanical skills
* Have basic knowledge to program development for PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers)
* Have basic knowledge of installation, troubleshooting and de-bugging PLC hardware and software
* Have basic knowledge of steam and water properties as they pertain to sterilization and disinfection
* Knowledge of washing and sterilization protocols and processes to clean effectively a variety of laboratory animal facility equipment
* Excellent communication and time management skills
* Clean driving record

Research Animal Resource (RAR) is overseen by the Office of the Vice President or Research. RAR's primary focus is on the service and administration of the animal care and use program at the University of Minnesota. The position of Facilities Maintenance Supervisor is part of staff of over 100 employees including Professional and Academic faculty, Civil Service staff, and Union Represented employees. RAR has a daily census of 24,000 rodent cages in 20 buildings split into 7 geographic teams between the Minneapolis and St. Paul Campus.

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

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Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

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To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

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**Please note, this position is not eligible for H-1B or Green Card sponsorship**
We are not able to provide work visa sponsorship at this time. If offered this position, you must be able to demonstrate authorization to work in the United States at the University of Minnesota by the start date. Any employment offer would be contingent upon verification that you will meet this requirement.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).