University of Tennessee hiring UTSI Maintenance Specialist II in Tullahoma, TN | LinkedIn (2024)

The University of Tennessee Space Institute Facilities Department in Tullahoma, Tennessee is seeking a Maintenance Specialist II (Facilities Services Trades Specialist 2, MR 06). This is a full-time regular staff non-exempt hourly paid position. Compensation for the position will be competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits and much more. Additionally, Tennessee residents do not pay a state income tax. For more information on the University of Tennessee's benefits, click here.

Position Summary

Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, facilities, and appliances. Maintain and repair building systems including following set preventative maintenance schedule for greasing bearings, replacing belts, checking and repairing exhaust fans, and pumps. Other duties include various electrical and plumbing tasks. Run conduit and solder copper plumbing pipe, plumb sinks, water fountains, and commodes. Duties require keeping the job site clean and safe, the proper use of power tools including but not limited to drills, saws, pipe threading equipment, forklift, aerial boom lifts, etc. Take annual safety and OSHA training as required by the state and campus safety office. Performs other related duties as required.

Job Function/Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair electrical systems, facilities, and appliances.
• Maintain and repair building systems including following a maintenance schedule for greasing bearings, replacing belts, checking and repairing exhaust fans, and pumps.
• Various plumbing tasks such as run conduit and solder copper pipe, plumb sinks, water fountains, and commodes.
• Proper safe use of power tools including but not limited to drills, saws, pipe threading equipment, forklift, aerial boom lifts, etc.
• Assist other tradesmen as required.
• Keep the job site clean and safe.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of electrical to troubleshoot and install equipment as well as general associated electrical related to motor controls, electronic DDC energy management system actuators and related equipment, hot water boilers and associated controls, exhaust fan service, plumbing, pneumatic dampers, and air compressor service and troubleshooting.
• Ability to use test instruments such as an electrical multimeter, be able to size wire and bend conduit, read schematics and blueprints.
• Ability to complete mandatory Program for Minors training and pass associated background check.
• Ability to complete all mandatory safety and OSHA training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain pertinent certifications required by the department.

This position requires the ability to operate power tools/machinery, operate light or heavy equipment, wear personal protective equipment if required, climb ladders, work in high places, to walk over extended periods, and work while bending and stooping. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Must have ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors, staff and university personnel and work with others in a respectful, cooperative manner and be a team player. Must have ability to follow directions. Must be reliable in attendance, clean and neat in appearance, and be able to perform moderately strenuous activities. Must be able to occasionally work on call. Workdays Monday through Friday, hours 7:30 am until 4:30 pm.

Supervisory/Work Direction Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Salary: The salary for this position is commensurate with experience and other qualifications and is accompanied by an excellent university benefits package. This is full-time regular staff non-exempt hourly paid position.

Minimum RequirementsEducation

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Prefers technical or vocational training in Industrial Electricity or similar specialty.

Required Level/type Of Experience And/or Years Of Experience

• Minimum of three years of experience in commercial/industrial maintenance to include electrical and plumbing installation. Graduation from an accredited institution with certification in Industrial Electricity or a similar specialty may be considered as a substitute for some work experience.

Preferred Level/type Of Experience And/or Years Of Experience

• HVAC/R experience a plus.

Other Conditions of Employment required to perform essential functions of this position

• Requires a Valid Driver's license

Related websites

UT Space Institute - https://www.utsi.edu/

UT Employment Benefits - https://hr.tennessee.edu/benefits/

UT/UTSI Benefits Overview - https://www.utsi.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Benefits-overview-01.30.2024-with-retirement-information-for-Exempt-and-Faculty-and-Non-Exempt.pdf

The University of Tennessee Space Institute is a vibrant research, education, and innovation center of excellence, located on a satellite campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville (UT), in Tullahoma, Tennessee, adjacent to the epicenter of US aerospace ground testing at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC). The Institute is near Tullahoma, Manchester, and Winchester in southern middle Tennessee. It is just over an hour's drive from Nashville, Chattanooga and Huntsville, Alabama. The UTSI campus is on a peninsula surrounded by one of the region's many lakes. Outdoor recreational opportunities abound, including outstanding hiking, camping, fishing, and golf.

Application Process: Please complete the on-line application for full consideration. Applicants must apply online through the UTSI Employment website (http://www.utsi.edu/about/campus-services/human-resources/employment-opportunities/). Click on "External Applicants" in the right-hand column. Specify search criteria by entering Tullahoma in the Location box. Click on the position to view the job description and/or apply. External candidates must create a new account to apply.

Applicants should include a resume containing a full work and education history and a list of at least three references (with current e-mail address and phone number/s) in the application file. A review of all applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. If you need assistance or have any questions, please contact the UTSI HR office at hr@utsi.edu or 931-393-7226.

The University of Tennessee Space Institute is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.

Preferred Level/type Of Experience And/or Years Of Experience

• HVAC/R experience a plus.

Other Conditions of Employment required to perform essential functions of this position

• Requires a Valid Driver's license