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NEW MEXICO STATE UNIVERSITY
HUMAN RESOURCES SERVICES

POSITION CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION


Position Classification Title: Structural Maintenance Tech,Ld
Position Classification Code: K3006
Job Family: Grounds and Facilities
Pay Level: 03
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
This description is intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed. It is not intended to be a complete list of specific duties of any particular position. Duties, responsibilities and bargaining unit eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
Purpose of Classification:
Performs administrative and supervisory duties of extensive difficulty in directing the overall construction/maintenance of a particular area of campus or institutional plant.
Standard Duties:
Inspects buildings, grounds and equipment to determine need for maintenance and repair and recommends most economical way to make changes and improvements to superior; issues work requests to appropriate authority; supervises various construction/maintenance crews including roofers, plumbers, welders, electricians, cement finishers, equipment operators, and laborers; assigns duties to employees; maintains inventory; requisitions materials, supplies and equipment, and maintains control over storage and use; maintains and repairs equipment; confers with supervisor regarding budgeting and long range planning; prepares all or part of preliminary budget reports; assists in the hiring of new employees; establishes guidelines and standards; may develop and write policies; evaluates employee performance trains new employees; teaches use of equipment; monitors personnel records, responsible for building security; assists in building use and scheduling; ensures compliance with building plans, specifications, codes and regulations; may write detailed equipment/material specifications; prepares reports and answers correspondence; performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Exceptional knowledge of construction/maintenance and repair of major facilities; general materials construction and repair work, heating, welding, roofing, cement finishing, roadwork, electrical and plumbing systems; must know work production, completion measures.
Master crafts skills in the use of tools and equipment used in the maintenance profession. Skill in operation of electronic test equipment and facilities management computer.
Superior ability to plan, organize, prioritize work, meet deadlines and supervise work of construction/maintenance employees including roofers, carpenters, welders, equipment operators, cement finishers and laborers; leadership ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; ability to maintain records and to prepare reports; read and interpret specifications; operate electrical and mechanical equipment.
Minimum Qualifications:
   Education- High School diploma or GED certificate.
   Experience- Eight (8) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
   Equivalency- Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience.
   Certifications/License- CDL preferred, must possess a valid NM driver's license.
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