at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 50585
Department: Facilities Mgmt EV
Salary/Grade: 681/UB
This position is part of a collective bargaining unit. Pay for this position will be $53.99 per hour. Rate is determined by collective bargaining agreement.
Job Summary:
Under minimal supervision, performs a variety of skilled tasks proficiently in the maintenance and repair of university security access systems as well as occasional work relating to the carpentry trade. Manages all shop-related work and personnel associated with the maintenance, upkeep, and renewal of the Evanston campus buildings’ which includes the rebuild and installation of locks, doorknobs, door closers, panic hardware, related mechanical equipment and door hardware. May repair steel doors, hinges, desk, file cabinet and office furniture locks... Coordinates and implements various maintenance and related projects which includes estimating scope and costs, and supervising multiple crews. Provides direction to staff with responsibility for managing and evaluating performance. Ensures timely completion of all shop-related paperwork and electronic approvals including service requests and timesheets. Cultivates good customer relations.
The role will support the department’s mission and values by exhibiting the following: inclusiveness, respect, initiative, collaboration, innovation, and accountability. The incumbent will strive to provide excellent service when performing job responsibilities and will practice safe work procedures, and follow safety rules at all times.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Maintains repairs, rebuilds and installs locks, doorknobs, door closers, panic hardware, related mechanical equipment and door hardware. May repair steel doors, hinges, desk, file cabinet and office furniture locks. Programs and maintains electronic access systems
- Organizes work for the planned and unscheduled maintenance tasks directed to the Lock Shop staff for the efficient and effective performance.
