In-House Construction Technician

Department

FSU MAINTENANCE CONTRUCTION AND LABOR

Responsibilities

This position operates Heavy Machinery and performs related duties in support of Facilities Maintenance.

• Responsible for safe and efficient operation of heavy equipment including backhoe, trencher, front end loader, skid steer, and mini excavator. Responsible for routine maintenance of equipment operated.

• Assists with concrete finishing, form setting, fence construction, air hammer operation, street repairs, and parking lot maintenance. Performs carpentry duties such as lay-out, grade and construction of forms for retainer walls, benches, tables, sidewalks; structures requiring the use of cement, mortar, block, and related building materials. Assists with construction, maintenance, repair, and demolition of University structures as required.

• Maintains records and timekeeping as required. Performs other related tasks in support of Facilities Maintenance.

• Operates University vehicles and performs other related work as required in support of Facilities Maintenance

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience or a combination of post high school education and experience equal to two years. Technical or vocational degree may substitute for experience.
• A valid Florida or Georgia Drivers' License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, maintain and repair a variety of equipment and machinery used in area of work.

• Skill in safely operating various types of motorized vehicles including but not limited to dump trucks, tractors, forklifts, pallet trucks, front-end loaders, and golf-carts.

• Knowledge of and ability to safely operate machinery, tools, equipment and materials used in area of work.

• Knowledge of parts, equipment, maintenance and the mechanical operation of motor vehicles.

• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

• Knowledge of and ability to identify safety hazards and necessary safety precautions to establish a safe work environment.

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply related federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret and apply related University policies, procedures, principles, and practices.

• Knowledge of the practices and the ability to perform skilled carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or other related trades work.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships

University Information

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How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https://jobs.fsu.edu. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU > Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Veterans' Preference

Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, receive preference and priority, and certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for post secondary educational requirements, in employment by the state and its political subdivisions and are encouraged to apply for the positions being filled. Veterans' Preference applies to University Support Personnel System (USPS) positions only.

IMPORTANT: To claim Veterans' Preference, select "yes" to the question on the application questionnaire and upload a DD-214 (or equivalent), the Veterans' Preference Certification form, and other documentation if applicable with your online application before midnight of the position closing date.

Click the links for eligibility information and required documentation, or call FSU Human Resources at (850) 644-6034.

Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

An Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

FSU's Equal Opportunity Statement can be accessed at: https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Publications/diversity/EEO_Statement.pdf.