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General Technician I or II, Auxiliary

University of Idaho

University of Idaho

Posted on Apr 2, 2025
Position Information
Internal Posting?
Posting Number SP004817P
Position Title General Technician I or II, Auxiliary
Division/College Facilities Management
Department Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.
Location Moscow
Posting Context Statement
Position Overview
General Technician I:
This position will perform general building maintenance tasks on a regular and continuing basis. It will provide general support for a variety of construction, trades, landscaping, exterior service and maintenance areas to repair and maintain university facilities and grounds. Job duties will vary widely depending on the work and projects assigned.

Duties may include:
  • Utilize basic tools and equipment
  • Repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment and facility property
  • Assist with routine facility inspections and monitor cleanliness
  • Assist with inventory and distribution of deliveries
  • Manually move and transfer items
  • Participate in snow removal
  • Other duties as assigned

General Technician II:
This position independently performs semi-skilled maintenance and repair duties that vary widely depending on the work and projects assigned. It is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing university equipment and facilities. The position will provide support for a variety of construction, trade and maintenance groups to meet university needs.

Duties may include:
  • Perform routine maintenance and repairs to university facilities
  • Assist trades, crafts, vendors and technical staff with construction, design and operational maintenance as needed
  • Repair and maintain machinery, equipment and facilities
  • Perform routine and non-routine facility inspections and monitor cleanliness
  • Receive, inspect, inventory and distribute deliveries independently to appropriate entities
  • Other duties as assigned
Unit URL
Facilities | DFA | University of Idaho (uidaho.edu)
Position Qualifications
Required Experience
General Technician I:
  • Working in a team to accomplish goals
General Technician II:
  • Three years performing semi-skilled maintenance tasks
Required Education
General Technician I and II:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other
General Technician I and II:
  • Possess a valid driver’s license and the ability to meet university requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
  • Be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred
General Technician I:
  • Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to building maintenance
  • Experience:
    • Working in construction or building maintenance
    • Using power tools and equipment

General Technician II:
  • Post-secondary education and/or license in one or more of the following areas: plumbing, electrical or HVAC
  • Experience
    • With heating and cooling system maintenance and repairs
    • With basic components and functions of electrical systems, plumbing systems, heating ventilation systems, roofing systems, security lock systems and mechanical systems in residential type dwellings
    • Installing carpet, sheet vinyl, luxury vinyl plank and/or ceramic tile
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
General Technician I and II:
Must be able to:
  • Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
  • Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and scissor lifts
  • Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
  • Work in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
Posting Information
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Employee Category Classified
Pay Range Commensurate with experience.
Type of Appointment Fiscal Year
FTE
1.0
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Funding
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. Uncertain
Posting Date 04/01/2025
Closing Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
In your application materials, be sure to fully describe how you meet each item in 1) required education, 2) required experience and 3) required other. Only applicants who demonstrate that they meet all requirements in their written application are eligible to be considered for the position.

First review date 4/15/25. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.