Filter/Lube Technician I, UM Housing

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UM Housing invites applications for a Filter/Lube/Insulation Technician to join their team. This position is responsible for filters in residence hall and apartment (Sisson/Craighead, Lewis and Clark) HVAC equipment, greasing motors and fans, changing oil in air compressors and vacuum pumps, replacing belts on fans and running weekly checks on building emergency generators including keeping them fueled. Completing required weekly checks residence hall and apartment air compressors including draining holding tanks of any moisture and checking belt wear. The Technician is responsible for cutting, ordering and delivering filters to appropriate building. Filter inventory is maintained to ensure appropriate filters are available for scheduled replacements. Technician required to clean heating and air conditioning coils on a regular schedule. Technician is required to re-insulate piping when pipe insulation has been removed. Position will require technician to dispose of old filters, belts and keep mechanical rooms clean and orderly.

Upon completion of training, the incumbent will have knowledge, skill, and ability in the following:

• Maintain proper filtration in building HVAC systems with input from preventative maintenance system and visual inspection.
• Properly maintain bearings in mechanical systems with the proper type and amount grease required to maintain efficient operation of bearings.
• Adjust preventative maintenance system to increase efficiency and improve reliability of equipment.
• Maintain filter and belt inventories to ensure appropriate filters and belts are available for scheduled replacements.
• Properly document labor and materials utilizing timesheets, labor cards and the work order system.
• Familiar with Campus and UM Policies.

Required Skills

• Understanding of equipment and building needs as to the replacement of filters.
• Understanding of bearings and proper maintenance of bearings.
• Ability to change oil and filters in both air compressors and vacuum pumps.
• Ability to check and adjust belt alignment with belts and sheaves.
• Knowledge to install pipe insulation.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting of equipment and furniture for moves.
• Ability to be well organized.
• Possess good communication skills.
• Ability to be self-directed and work with limited supervision.
• Ability to follow directions both written and verbal.
• Ability to work off of blueprints, maps, and work orders.
• Ability to pass physical screening.

• Ability to be available 24 hours a day to respond to call outs during early morning hours and late evening hours for snow removal or other types of emergencies.

Physical Requirements

(Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.) (FROM FJD, “Critical Physical Demands”)

• Lifting: Ground to 60 inches, up to 75#. Ground to 36 inches, up to 100#.
• Carrying: Front carry up to 120# for 10 feet or less.
• Pushing/Pulling: Up to 200# of weight (materials and during the use of tools). Push force required 100# sustained, and pull force required 100# sustained.
• Bending, stretching, twisting, or reaching with your body, arms, and/or legs in all directions.
• Repetitive squatting on both even and uneven surfaces.
• Working overhead from various positions (standing, squatting, and on knees).
• Static forward bending from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.
• Trunk rotation from a standing position.
• Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder or scaffold.
• Walking various distances throughout the day on even and uneven surfaces, distances up to 1000 feet.
• Use of manual and finger dexterity to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2" to 5 1/2" circumference needing an average of 50# of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 100#).
• Use of foot controls and hand controls to drive and operate light and heavy machinery.
• Ability to work at heights, climbing and using ladders and scaffolding.
• Ability to work in hot and cold environments including confined spaces and tunnels.
• Ability to use a negative pressure respirator and pass a respiratory exam.
• Ability to be available 24 hours a day to respond to call outs during early morning hours and late evening hours for snow removal or other types of emergencies.

Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment .

Minimum Required Experience

• High School diploma and two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience to determine belt wear and replacement of belts

• Possess current driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Building Maintenance Certificate
• Experience and knowledge to operate and maintain a variety of tools and equipment including snow removal equipment, forklift, front-end loader, dump truck, backhoe, skid steer, and compactors.

About UM Housing and UM

UM Housing provides safe, clean, healthy, and affordable living and learning facilities that foster an inclusive community living environment for students, staff, faculty, and guests. Services provided in these facilities support and nurture educational experiences and personal development at the University of Montana.

The University of Montana is flagship, research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains and three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of “mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.



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• Destination Missoula
• Missoula Area Chamber of Commerce
• The State of Montana
• Visit Montana

Position Details

Position Title: Insulation Technician I

Position Number: NEW

Department: UM Housing

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm, 12 months/year

Salary: $18/hr – Current employee’s rate of pay for this position will be determined by the staff compensation plan and will minimally be this posted salary. For questions and details regarding the staff compensation plan, email the Compensation Department .

Union Affiliation: LIUNA Local #1686

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

Priority Application Date: Sunday, March 26, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Complete applications received by this date will be guaranteed consideration. To receive full consideration, candidates are required to submit all of the following materials.

Please submit the following application materials** via the UM Jobs portal and by clicking "New Resume/CV" button. Please do not apply through Indeed.com*.

A complete application Includes:

1. Letter of Interest – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience.
3. Professional References – names and contact information for three (3) professional references.

* Applying through Indeed.com or easy apply through Indeed.com may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

** Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

Job Location Missoula, Montana, United States
Position Type Full-Time/Regular