Classified
Position Description
Agency #71500
Rev. 10/21//2011
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Employee Name (leave blank if position vacant):
Employee’s myWSU ID#:
Facilities Specialist
Present Classification Title (if existing position):
Facilities Specialist
Proposed Classification Title:
Classified Hourly
Position Type:
E-class:
Facilities Specialist
Position Title (vanity/directory title):
21
Position Number: 999367
Salary Grade:
Physical
Plant
Supervisor
Senior
Supervisor of this Position (by title):
Employee’s Supervisor (name & myWSU ID): Daryl Gobin
Who evaluates the work of incumbent (name & myWSU ID): Daryl Gobin
X Existing Position
CN
FTE:
1.0
Position #(s) this Position Supervises (if applicable):
If work involves leadership, supervisory, or management responsibilities, check the statement which best describes the
position:
Lead worker assigns, trains, schedules, oversees, or reviews work of others.
Plans, staffs, evaluates, and directs work of employees of a work unit.
Delegates authority to carry out work of a unit to subordinate supervisors or managers.
Student Affairs
Division:
Department: Housing and Residence Life
Org. #: 108036
Unit (area within the office/department): Housing Maintenance Team
Campus Address (room number & building): Fairmount Towers Room 125a
316-978-3693
Campus Phone Number (format: xxx-xxx-xxxx)
Regular Hours of Work: (i.e. hours, days, exceptions)
Work Hrs. Monday thru Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm., with some weekends required (January and July/August); oncall rotation
For Human Resources Use Only:
FLSA Designation:
Allocation Approved:
Human Resources Signature:
Date:
Reallocate a Position: (If this is a request to reallocate a position, briefly describe the reorganization, reassignment of work,
new function added by law or other factors which changed the duties and responsibilities of the position.)
Summary of Responsibilities:
This is a position in which the position in which the employee performs routine preventative plumbing, electrical,
carpentry, and HVAC maintenance. This is skilled work in two or more crafts or trades. Work requires knowledge and
experience in a variety of crafts or trades and is reviewed for results achieved.
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Minimum Education Requirements: List in the space below the State minimum education requirements for this
classification -- see MQ’s on the Job Class Specifications at http://www.da.ks.gov/ps/specs/specs/ or contact the classifications
manager in Human Resources.
Ability to read, write, communicate and perform arithmetic computations.
Minimum Experience Requirements: List in the space below the State minimum experience requirements for this
classification -- see MQ’s on the Job Class Specifications at http://www.da.ks.gov/ps/specs/specs/ or contact the classifications
manager in Human Resources. (If more lines are needed, go to the last line in this table and tab to create
the
next numbered bullet.)
1.
Five years of experience in two or more building trades or mechanical building trades. Education may be substituted
for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
2.
3.
Required Licenses, Certificates & Registrations:
Professional Licenses (i.e. architect, CPA, electrician, plumber, etc.), other:
X
X
Certificates (i.e. PHR, SPHR, etc.), other:
Valid Class C Driver’s License, explain:
EPA 608 Universal Certification with R410A certification and/or
approved CRC and general refrigerant reclamation certification
Valid Driver’s License for use of State Vehicles
CDL – Employee must attain a Commercial Drivers License with required endorsements or options within 6 months of
hire, and maintain it. . (Must pass drug screen prior to employment. Employee will be subject to random drug
screening.)
University Law Enforcement-Must be a United States citizen and at least 21 years of age. Must complete a basic law
enforcement training program recognized by the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission and obtain
certification as a law enforcement officer from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Commission before being given
permanent status. At time of appointment, candidate must take and pass a drug screening test approved by the
Division of Personnel Services. This class requires the use of a firearm for law enforcement duties and therefore,
candidates cannot have been convicted of, and must be free of any diversions from, a felony or misdemeanor
domestic violence crime as set forth in 18 U.S.C. § 922 (d) (9) and (g) (9).
Other Required or Preferred Licenses, Certificates & Registrations:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: (If more lines are needed, go to the last line in this table
and tab to create the next numbered bullet.)
1.
Experience sufficient to have acquired the knowledge and skills required as specified.
2.
This position requires the ability to perform at the skilled (journeyman) level in one or more specific trade or crafts.
Sufficient strength and stamina to perform the manual tasks.
3.
Work required specialized knowledge, experience, and ability to perform and complete work orders and special
assignments in a variety of trades including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC assigned to this position.
4.
Preferred Education Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.
Prefer One year of experience in two or more building trades or mechanical building trades. Education may be substituted
for experience as determined as relevant by the Agency.
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Preferred Experience Requirements: List preferred experience that may be used to screen
applicants. (If more lines are needed, go to the last line in this table and tab to create the next
numbered bullet.)
1.
Five years of experience in two or more building trades or mechanical building trades. Education may be
substituted for experience as determined relevant by the agency.
2.
Work in institutional, hotel or motel experience.
Latitude to Complete the Work:
a.
How much latitude is allowed employee in completing the work?
Employee should follow safety and general mechanical guidelines
b.
What kinds of instructions, methods & guidelines are give to the employee to help do the work?
Employee should follow safety and mechanical guidelines. Ask for assistance when needed.
c.
State how and in what detail assignments are made?
Assignments are made via computer system or verbal direction.
Job Duties: (If more lines are needed, go to the last line in this table and tab to create the next
numbered bullet.)
% of
Duty
1.
35%
2.
35%
3.
25%
Responsibility/Duty should be grouped to indicate a minimum of 5% & maximum of 40% time spent
on each duty in the following format: What is the action being done; to whom or what is the action
directed; and briefly state why and how the action is being done. For each function state who
reviews, how often and what is it reviewed for?
Importance
Essential (E)
Minimal (M)
This is a position in which the position in which the employee performs routine
preventative plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC maintenance. This is skilled work
in two or more crafts or trades. Work requires knowledge and experience in a variety of
crafts or trades and is reviewed for results achieved. Ensures satisfactory completion of
work orders. Work orders are completed based on safety issues, damage to property, or
convenience and aesthetics in order to make sure the facilities are maintained in the best
condition possible. Notifies supervisor of materials needed for stock such as chemicals,
plumbing parts, electrical parts, etc.
Work involves performance in the trades of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, locksmith,
painting, and cafeteria equipment, such as but not limited to the:
* Repair or replacement of plumbing fixtures (faucets, valves, fittings, bath & shower
facilities, water heaters, and other related equipment). Removes worn, damaged, or leading
items.
* Repair and alteration of existing secondary electrical circuits.
* Service, repair, or replacement of electrical appliances, motors, fuses, switches, and
outlets in order to provide efficient and well maintained electrical service by selecting
proper materials, reading electrical schematics, and using electrical instruments and hand
tools.
* Repair or replacement of ceiling tiles, broken windows, floor tiles, and other similar
carpentry type work.
* Checking, resetting, and repairing of HVAC equipment
* Establishment of preventative maintenance procedures and schedules for equipment in
the residence halls, including but not limited to: room heat pump units, air conditioners or
fan coils, kitchen equipment (residential & commercial), exhaust fans, grease traps or
water conditioners in order to optimize efficiency and life cycle thereby reducing
equipment failure.
Serves in On-Call rotation and responds to Housing and Residence Life maintenance
emergencies as needed during and after work hours (for paid overtime) such as:
Stopped up toilets, leaks, broken windows, mechanical failures, flooding due to fire alarms,
etc.
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4.
5%
Other duties as assigned.
Which statement best describes the results of error in action or decision of this employee?
Minimal property damage, minor injury, minor disruption of the flow of work.
Moderate loss of time, injury, damage, or adverse impact on health and welfare of others.
x
Major program failure, major property loss, or serious injury or incapacitation.
Loss of life, disruption of operations of a major agency.
Please give examples of consequences of error in action or decision by employee:
Employee standing on the top rung of a ladder to reach a fixture and falls off potentially causing serious
injury.
List machines or equipment used regularly in the work of this position. Indicate the frequency
with which they are used.
Drain cleaning equipment – weekly. Table saw – monthly. Utility vehicle – daily. Power tools (drills, saws,
sawzall and router) – daily. Furniture carts – weekly. Refrigeration Tools – daily. Commercial kitchen
equipment – daily.
Physical Job Requirements: (Frequency = daily, weekly, monthly or periodically)
X
Activity
walking/running/jumping
Daily
Frequency
X
standing
Activity
Daily
Frequency
X
squatting
Daily
X
vocal ability
Daily
X
crawling/kneeling
Occasionally
X
grasping
Daily
X
pushing/pulling/reaching
Weekly
X
vision - straight ahead/peripheral/color
Daily
X
stooping
Occasionally
X
visual acuity – far & near
Daily
X
climbing
Weekly
X
body coordination/balancing at heights
Daily
X
handling/feeling
Weekly
X
repetitive movement
Daily
X
lifting
100
pounds
As Needed
X
hearing
Daily
X
sliding
100
pounds
Occasionally
X
sitting
Occasionally
X
carry
100
pounds
As Needed
other:
Explain Physical Job Requirements:
The majority of the work assigned to this position is physically demanding. The employee is required to work under
uncomfortable conditions at times.
Sufficient strength and stamina to perform manual tasks is required. The employee must be able to manipulate 100
lbs, for anything over 100 lbs must obtain assistance.
For what purpose, with whom and how frequently are contacts made with the public, other
employees or officials?
The Housing Maintenance Team interacts daily with residents and residence life staff. At certain times of the
year (January and August), the team interacts with parents and WSU faculty and administrators.
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Environmental Factors: What hazards, risks or discomforts exist on the job or in the work
environment (i.e. noise, temperature, dust, lighting, chemicals, etc.)?
In the course of performing assigned tasks, the employee is exposed to numerous hazards such as power
equipment, confined work spaces such as above the ceiling tile grid, extreme temperature such as snow/ice
removal, heights and increased noise level from power equipment and mechanical equipment.
Employee’s Signature
Date
Employee’s Name (printed)
myWSU ID#
Supervisor’s Signature
Date
Supervisor’s Name (printed)
myWSU ID#
Signature of HR Classifications Officer:
Date:
Signature of HR Director:
Date:
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