Senior Maintenance Specialist (Facilities Services General Maintenance 2 - MR05)

Campus Recreation

University of Tennessee, Chattanooga

The Senior Maintenance Specialist is responsible for the general maintenance, development, and care of over 100,000 square feet of space in the Aquatic and Recreation Center and the equipment and University assets assigned to the Campus Recreation department. The position will conduct regular inspections, perform preventative maintenance and repairs, develop scopes for projects, coordinate and oversee work of contractors, prepare for events, respond to work orders, and work with departmental staff to identify, prioritize and complete projects.

Duties and Responsibilities

Maintain Campus Recreation Assets

Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on the Aquatic and Recreation Center building features, departmental equipment and University assets assigned to the Campus Recreation Department; recommend repairs, develop the scope for projects, coordinate and oversee the work of contractors, and work with other departments to ensure all work orders are completed; ensure all equipment, vehicles and tools are maintained and repaired; perform scheduled maintenance of over 100 pieces of fitness equipment to ensure safety and quick return to service; and perform work in a safe and efficient manner.

Aquatic Facility Maintenance

Work with Campus Recreation staff to maintain proper water chemistry and sanitation for the UTC recreational pool and spas; perform preventative maintenance and repairs on aquatic equipment; and complete the maintenance and operations checklists for daily, weekly and monthly maintenance needs.

Inspections and Documentation

Responsible for conducting regular inspections, documenting preventative maintenance and repairs, developing scopes for projects, working with departmental staff to identify, prioritize and complete projects; manage all inter- and intra- departmental work orders; and utilize campus and departmental software to track and document projects and repairs.

Budgetary Responsibility

Prepare short and long-range budget data; submit project funding requests for approval; follow established processes for developing scope, budget and schedule of projects; perform ordering and receiving of parts for fitness equipment, departmental equipment, building features and other departmental assets; complete record keeping for purchases and projects; and ensure all purchasing protocols are followed.

Departmental Responsibility

Work with departmental staff to promote equity, diversity and inclusion and maintain a high level of customer service; contribute to the team dynamic and further the departmental mission, vision and values; assist with events as needed; and perform other duties as assigned.

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Knowledge of how to use specialized tools and equipment
• Knowledge of work order system software
• Knowledge of building systems including lighting, structural and plumbing
• Strong written and oral communication skills with organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and as a team
• Ability to operate, maintain and clean equipment
• Ability to operate and perform preventative maintenance and repairs on fitness equipment
• Ability to operate building systems, pool filtration and sanitation systems

Review of applications will begin April 28, 2022 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Minimum Qualifications: Requires a high school diploma or GED and two or more years of general maintenance experience, or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Preferred Qualifications: Vocational or technical training; 3+ years of general maintenance experience; experience maintaining and repairing fitness equipment; experience working with pumps, motors, and/or HVAC systems; experience working with aquatic pool systems; ability to perform facility maintenance; knowledge of pool chemistry; carpentry, plumbing or electrical system skills; and ability to acquire Certified Pool Operator Certification or equivalent.

The University of Tennessee Chattanooga is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or protected veteran status.