What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant, Plumbing & Sheet Metal Shop position at University at Buffalo?
This position is located within the Plumbing and Sheet metal Shop of the Facilities Operations Department at the University. The incumbent of this position will be responsible for assisting journey level staff in performing routine installation and repair tasks, repetitive semi-skilled maintenance, installation and repair tasks in one or in a combination of: plumbing/steamfitting, mechanical, building construction, motor equipment, carpentry and electrical trades.
The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
The responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Perform various plumbing tasks from unplugging stoppages, repairing faucets, cutting, fitting and threading pipe, soldering copper pipe and repairing plumbing fixtures
- Function as a lead worker over Facilities Operations Assistant 1 personnel
- Perform ongoing maintenance, small repairs and improvement projects
- Perform semi-skilled carpentry duties, including the installation and maintenance of walls, ceilings, cabinets, doors, windows, flooring and insulation
- Have a working knowledge of maintenance and repair methods, materials and tools
- Safely use hand and power tools
- Working from ladders, scaffolds and in confined spaces
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- Being a part of the University at Buffalo community.