JOB DESCRIPTION:
Assists in preventive maintenance and repairs on refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, heaters, ice-makers, air compressors, pneumatic controls, chilled water heating and cooling and electrical air conditioning and heating systems. Repairs building electrical systems. Services exposed water, gas, and sewer systems; checks building security and fire alarm. Performs minor service and maintenance on chemical water treating systems. May be required to work nights or weekends.
SUPERVISION:
Under immediate supervision of a higher grade Building Engineer.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of a vocational or technical training school with training in: refrigeration, air conditioning, electrical, mechanical or plumbing.
- Six months experience in one of the associated trades in the maintenance of plant equipment and systems.
- Ability to understand and implement oral and written instructions.
- Must be able to perform strenuous work requiring lifting weights up to 50 pounds, crawling, overhead work, kneeling, walking, and being on feet for extended periods of time.
- Possession of a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Graduate of standard high school or equivalent.
- Twelve months of work experience in one of the associated trades in the maintenance of plant equipment and systems.
PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS:
Frequent and repeated bending, stooping, and kneeling. Working with arms extended above head. Lifting and carrying loads over fifty poundsWorking in very tight areas/cramped enclosures. Climbing ladders, working at heights.Working in extreme weather conditions. Exposure to physically demanding and potentially hazardous tasks. May be designated as an "essential position" during emergency closures. May be required to remain on campus overnight during weather or other emergencies.
SALARY RANGE:
Commensurate with education and experience.
INSTITUTION:
Cameron University ( is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at
APPLYING:
Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.
DEADLINE:
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, only candidates whose applications are received by September 29, 2023 are assured of receiving full consideration.
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