Elevator Apprentice Jobs in Indiana (NOW HIRING)

FACILITY OPERATIONS-IUB (BL-PHYP-IUBLA)
Department Information
Capital Planning and Facilities (CPF) works to ensure that IU campuses are beautiful, functional, and sustainable supporting excellence in teaching, learning, research, and community engagement across the entire university. A unit within CPF, Facility Operations , maintains our physical campus to support research, teaching, and learning at Indiana University Bloomington. As a unit of Capital Planning and Facilities, Facility Operations provides wide-ranging services all with the goal of creating a beautiful, well-functioning campus.
Job Summary
General Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs elevators, escalators, chairlifts, conveyors. and machine rooms/pits. Inspects wiring connection, control panel hookups, door installation, and alignment and clearance of car hoistway.
• Operates elevator to determine power demand and tests power consumption to detect overload factors. Reads schematics and troubleshoots elevator malfunctions. May perform acceptance and routine inspections, witness tests, and report results of the inspection and testing.
• Orders parts through supervisor. Repairs and replaces worn/damaged components as needed. Cleans, repairs, or replaces controller components as needed. Cleans machine room and elevator pits.
• Removes passengers from stuck elevators.
• Performs work under the guidance of a journey level elevator mechanic
• Completes assigned apprentice coursework
• Performs other general building maintenance as needed.
• Drives vehicle.

Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES
Required

• Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University.

OTHER
Required

• 18 years old

SKILLS
Required

• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Proficient in English written and verbal communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Seeks to acquire knowledge in area of specialty
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to represent the company with external constituents
• Ability to drive multiple projects to successful completion
• Strong verbal communication and listening skills
• Ability to build strong customer relationships
• Ability to successfully complete required training programs.
• Ability to learn how to safely use relevant hand and power tools associated with the trade. Equipment utilized: Use of computers, meters, stationary equipment and basic hand tools and specialized equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Ability to work in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ability to use a computer.
• May be required to obtain and maintain a Qualified Elevator Inspector (QEI) license.
• May be required to acquire and maintain OSHA required certifications.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in installation, maintenance, and repair of elevator systems and equipment.
• Ability to perform troubleshooting, installation, and inspection.
• Ability to work with wide variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Working Conditions / Demands
This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to ascend/descend ladders/stairs, and to position one's self in low level positions, detect a variety of chemicals and/or gases. The role requires the ability to ascend to rooftops and move in tight spaces to perform and complete inspections. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.
Additional Information
Indiana University Apprenticeship Program (IUAP), Bloomington Campus, is accepting applications for 2 Apprentice positions in the Elevator craft work. The work shifts can vary from first and second shifts. The selected candidates will engage in a 4-year apprenticeship training program within the Facility Operations department that will involve

1. On-the-job training under the guidance of journey-level workers.
2. Related classroom training over the duties and responsibilities of the associated trade.

Selected candidate is required to successfully complete approximately 144 classroom training hours during each of the 4 years of the apprenticeship period. The classroom sessions are paid by IU. The hours of required classroom attendance are non-compensated. Classroom sessions generally occur twice per week and are scheduled outside of the daily work hours.
Applicants must meet the minimum WorkKeys assessment levels in the following sections: Applied Math, Applied Technology, Locating Information, and Reading for Information.
Exam is taken at:
Indiana Work One South Central Location
1531 South Curry Pike #200
Bloomington, Indiana 47403
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Advertised Salary
$35.64 per hour
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure .
Job Classification
Career Level: Mastery
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Engineering, Trades & Facility
Job Family: Licensed & Skilled Trades
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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