**29771BR** **Job Title:** General Maintenance Repair Tech - Plumbing **Department:** FS Maintenance Services **Primary Campus:** University of Kansas Lawrence Campus **Job Description:** **50%** - Follows an established inspection routine in an assigned group of buildings for needed maintenance and repairs to various plumbing steam and building equipment. Repairs and replaces plumbing fixtures, piping, valves, and traps. Diagnoses leaks, stoppages, inadequate supply or faulty operation of steam, water, gas, and air systems, cleans and repairs defective components. Records and communicates work order information digitally. **40%** - Responds to emergency calls involving loss of utilities or equipment failure, helps repair leaks in steam, condensate, water, or air lines. Repairs are performed as time and expertise permits. May assist other shop staff with more complex repairs. **5%** - Other Related Work as Assigned: Maintains an adequate supply of tools, parts, and supplies for jobs. Responds to after-hours emergency calls as needed. Assists with other maintenance areas and in other work areas as assigned. Assists with snow removal and surface treatment. **5%** - Performs other related work as assigned. **Req ID** **(Ex: 10567BR)** **:** 29771BR **Disclaimer:** The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and is the Title IX coordinator for all KU and KUMC campuses: Associate Vice Chancellor for Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY. **Work Schedule:** M-F 7:30am-4:00pm **FLSA Status:** Nonexempt **Contact Information to Applicants:** Charles Helmer c351h922@ku.edu **Required Qualifications:** 1. High school diploma or GED equivalency. 2. One year of experience in a skilled crafts area. Associate degree or vocational school certification may be substituted for required experience. 3. Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment. **Employee Class:** B-University Support Staff **Advertised Salary Range:** $35,776 - $42,916 **FTE:** 1.0 **Preferred Qualifications:** 1. Professional commercial plumbing/Steam experience. 2. Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, equipment, and materials associated with a variety of skilled crafts and building trades. 3. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of skilled crafts and building trades. 4. Experience working in a university, college or multi-building campus environment. **Position Overview:** The General Maintenance Repair Tech- Plumbing is responsible for performing a wide variety of maintenance and emergency repair tasks to University buildings plumbing and steam systems. This position will participate regular inspections and repair systems utilizing more than one skilled trade. **Facilities Services within KU Operations** plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU’s mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university’s academic and research missions. KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. Work schedule is Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:00pm. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment. **Reg/Temp:** Regular **Application Review Begins:** 14-Feb-2025 **Anticipated Start Date:** 03-Mar-2025 **Additional Candidate Instruction:** A complete application will include your current contact information including email and phone number and your previous work experience including dates of employment. Please include the name and contact information to three references with your application. **Application review begins Friday, February 14th and will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates has been identified.** **Union:** 055 **Job Family:** Facilit Plan Design&Operat-KUL **Work Location Assignment:** On-Site **Position Requirements:** 1. Reach, grasp, hold, lift and place moderately heavy loads and heavy loads occasionally (50 lbs) with or without accommodation. 2. Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces and extreme temperatures (hot and cold) inside and outdoors. 3. Operate work issued vehicles for transporting staff and materials 4. Work occasional planned and unplanned overtime as needed including responding to after-hours emergencies as needed. 5. Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather. 6. Must have a valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain that license throughout employment.