Physical Plant

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The mission of the Physical Plant is to promote opportunities for learning & growth through the planning, building, operation, repair, and maintenance of campus facilities & grounds.

Physical Plant Services

Routine services provided by Physical Plant are considered non-chargeable and requests are submitted through the Maintenance Direct system. Additional services are considered chargeable and require an IDT for processing.

Chargeable Additional Services

The following additional services are normally charged to the requesting department.

Chargeable services require that a signed Intra Department Transfer (IDT) be submitted to the Physical Plant before work can begin. The department will be charged for labor and materials needed to accommodate their request.

• Department requests for building or structural alterations. Any requests for space modifications or alterations must be directed to the Space Committee. (Please see the Space Committee website for additional information.) Physical Plant must always participate in building alterations on campus.
   
• Repair/service/replacement of departmental equipment or property.
   
• Relocation of furniture or equipment that is not part of a permanent improvement project funded by a capital account.
   
• Relocation or installation of electrical outlets, lighting, HVAC, & HVAC control systems per departmental request.
   
• Installation of window treatments, such as blinds, shades, plantation shutters, draperies, valances, etc. (per department request).
   
• Painting–other than regular maintenance or graffiti removal.
   
• Carpet or floor tile cleaning–other than regular maintenance.
   
• Labor and equipment for special events including custodial services.
   
• Hanging of pictures, plaques, signs, banners, etc.
   
• Installation of shelving and cabinetry that is not a part of a permanent improvement project funded by a capital account.
   
• Assembly or disassembly of desks, partitions, chairs, etc.
   
• Door lock changes, re-keying of locks or cutting keys per departmental request.
   
• ALL work performed for Auxiliary Services, Food Services, and Residence Life and Housing.
   
• Rental of equipment from Physical Plant
     –Folding Chairs
     –Folding Tables
     –Tarps
     –Mosquito Magnet

Non-Chargeable Services

The following services are NOT charged to the requesting department and are considered routine maintenance. To request routine maintenance, please submit a work order request with Maintenance Direct.

• Maintenance to grounds, sidewalks, and roadways. Auxiliary Services is responsible for parking lot maintenance.
   
• Repair to roof, structural, window, door, and general building repair.
   
• Fence repair.
   
• Indoor and outdoor lighting repair/replacement.
   
• Repair to existing heating, cooling, humidification, and plumbing systems.
   
• Repair to Energy Management Systems.
   
• Repair to electrical and mechanical equipment.
   
• Maintenance or replacement of equipment originally installed as part of a building.
   
• Participation in the recycling program.
   
• Rodent and pest control.
   
• Repair of desks, cabinets, and office furniture.
   
• Elevator maintenance.
   
• Scheduled inspections of elevators & emergency lighting.