THE UNIVERSITY OF WYOMING

CLASSIFICATION DESCRIPTION

This is a description of a staff position at the University of Wyoming not a job opening announcement.  Look for current job openings at the following link:  https://uwadmnweb.uwyo.edu/hremployment/employmentdefault.asp.

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

TITLE:  FACILITIES PLANNING TECHNICIAN

REPORTS TO:  Designated Supervisor

UW JOB CODE:  5257

UW JOB FAMILY:  52

SOC CODE:  17-3011

PAY GRADE:  14

DATE:  12-11-00 (revised 12-10-01; 7-1-02; 10-8-03; 7-1-04; 7-1-06)

PURPOSE

Create and maintain digital drawings, including campus and other maps, signs and graphics; assist with maintenance of facilities records and drawings including space allocation; assist with design work for facilities including site survey field work, verification of building conditions and production of construction documents under the direction of Facilities Planning architects and engineers; assist with design and maintenance of department’s web pages; and provide production services including AutoCAD drawing printing and editing and arranging for printing and reproduction of drawings, graphics and text.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Produce AutoCAD drawings and computer graphics for existing facilities.

Verify existing site and building drawings and facilities room inventory; check jobs for correct processing, as instructed.

Assist with design of in-house construction projects.

Design and maintenance of web site and online resources.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

Produce and display graphic arts and signs.

Organize and access facilities records and drawing archives.

Provide drawing and document printing and reproduction services.

May instruct and train others in methods and procedures of operating computer systems.

SPECIFICATIONS

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Drafting, drawing and illustrating methods, concepts and practices.
• Personal computer usage including operation of computer software applications used in unit such as AutoCAD, graphics software like CorelDraw, Illustrator, PhotoShop, and web software like FrontPage and Adobe acrobat.
• Records management concepts and methods.
• Communication theory, concepts, methods and practices.
• Time management concepts and techniques.
• Web page planning and maintenance techniques and methods.
• Troubleshooting computer software applications in use in area.
• Current technological developments or trends in area of expertise.

 Skills and Abilities to:

• Work with and under direction from other staff.
• Communicate effectively.
• Use and troubleshoot personal computer graphic arts applications including AutoCAD.
• Organize and verify records and drawings.
• Schedule project work to meet frequent deadlines.
• Design and maintain web site(s) and online resources as directed.
• Produce and display graphic arts and signs.
• Provide printing and reproduction services of drawings and documents.
• Perform site survey field work.
• Verify building conditions as requested.
• Instruct others in the use of the computer system in the area.
• Move up to 25 pounds one third of time and 50 pounds rarely.
• Work as a team member and foster a cooperative team environment.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, REGISTRATION OR OTHER REQUIREMENT:

A valid driver’s license is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Office/outside campus environment; regular exposure to video terminal displays; and occasionally subject to mechanical and electrical hazards.

Authorized by Classification/Compensation, Human Resources                                               

Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.  Participating in the University’s hazardous waste minimization program is part of the job of each employee who uses (or may come in contact with) hazardous materials.  Fair Labor Standards Act (exempt/non-exempt) is designated by position.  University of Wyoming actively supports Americans with Disabilities Act and will consider reasonable accommodations.