Maintenance Support Worker

Apply for Job Job Opening ID 533256

Location Modesto A. Maidique Campus

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Review Date 09 / 17 / 2024

Regular / Temporary Regular

Job ID 533256

Location Modesto A. Maidique Campus

Full / Part Time Full-Time

Regular / Temporary Regular

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About FIU

Florida International University is a top public university that drives real talent and innovation in Miami and globally.

Very high research (R1) activity and high social mobility come together at FIU to uplift and accelerate learner success in a global city by focusing in the areas of environment, health, innovation, and justice.

Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers. FIU serves a diverse student body of more than 56,000 and 290,000 Panther alumni.

U.S. News and World Report places dozens of FIU programs among the best in the nation, including international business at No.

2. Washington Monthly Magazine ranks FIU among the top 20 public universities contributing to the public good.

Job Summary

Supports and facilitates the operations of the Electrical Department by ensuring a safe, functional, learning environment for the continued growth of our students and University community.

Assist the Electrical Services department with general electrical repairs, maintenance and installations of wiring. Provide assistance with installation, relocation, and repairs of electrical equipments and wiring.

Participate in reading and interpreting blue prints, to locate and repair damage electric wiring.

Provides support with the installation of new electrical fixtures and equipment's. Assist with the modification of electrical circuits in new and existing University facilities.

Work in cooperation with University Facilities Development Section or outside contractual personnel when directed.

• Assists in the general maintenance repair tasks, replacement of ceiling tiles, and light bulbs.
• Provides support with special events set-up to ensure electrical systems are working properly.
• Performs general emergency maintenance duties connected to any and all aspects required by the Facilities Management Department.

Such as, assist in hurricane protection, barricading of ditches, roads, emergency lights, broken road signs, repairing leaks on a permanent or temporary basis and other duties as required.

Is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.

Performs essential duties in any emergencies such as hurricanes, storms, and / or any other university emergency closing.

The employee is expected to be available to report to work as needed during university emergency closing with appropriate notification of a department administrator.

Minimum Qualifications

Completion of 8th grade.

Job Category

Staff

Advertised Salary

$31,200 - $35,000

Work Schedule

Begin time : 3 : 30 PM

Begin time : 7 : 00 AM

Working Condition(s)

• Manual Materials Handling
• Needs personal protective equipment for the job
• Operating University Vehicles (all types)
• Power Tools
• Ladders / Lifts / Elevated Platforms
• Lifting, carrying, or pushing / pulling equipment.
• Climb or balance

Pre-Employment Requirements

• Criminal Background Check
• Driver's License Check

Other Information

• Must be able to work with loud noise from Equipment / Machinery / Vibration.
• Ability to work flexible hours as needed.
• Ability to work occasional evenings, weekends and at locations outside of the University
• Shift may vary according to departmental needs.
• May be required to travel to FIU Campuses.

How To Apply

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active / valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process.

In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.

It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume / curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

This posting will close at 12 : 00 am of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest.

In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in " My Applications ".

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume / curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.

It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

This posting will close at 12 : 00 am of the close date.

How to Claim Vet Preference

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions.

The conditions are as follows :

• Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
• Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
• Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
• Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
• A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions.

Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.

If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.

For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit

Disclosures

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years.

The FIU Annual Security report is available online at :

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.