Building Maintenance Technician I

Job Summary/Description

The Building Maintenance Technician I supports the upkeep and functionality of University buildings by performing semi‑skilled maintenance, repair, and construction tasks. This role assists with carpentry, general repairs, preventative maintenance, and event support to help ensure safe, well‑maintained campus facilities.

Typical Duties/Job Duties

Carpentry & Structural Repairs

• Perform basic carpentry work, including installing and repairing drywall, framing, doors, cabinets, and finish hardware.
• Form and finish concrete as required.
• Replace damaged floor, ceiling, and ceramic tile; apply grout in showers, tile areas, and other appropriate locations.
• Install and repair toilet partitions.

General Maintenance

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance for University buildings, dormitories, and apartments.
• Service and adjust doors, closers, and related hardware using various hand tools.
• Assemble furniture, benches, bleachers, and office equipment received through the warehouse.

Event & Facility Support

• Move and arrange furniture, tables, and other items to support office relocations and campus event setup.
• Erect scaffolding, ladders, and safety equipment to complete tasks at elevated heights.

Materials & Inventory

• Order necessary supplies and materials for projects from Central Stores.

Emergency Response & On‑Call Duty

• Participate in after-hours, holiday, and weekend repairs on a rotating on‑call schedule.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs as required.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of basic building maintenance methods, carpentry practices, and repair procedures.
• Knowledge of warehouse and inventory processes related to ordering maintenance supplies and materials.
• Knowledge of applicable department and University policies and procedures.

Skills

• Skilled in the safe and effective use of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment.

Abilities

• Ability to determine appropriate materials and supplies needed for maintenance and repair projects.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply information from operation manuals, maintenance guides, assembly instructions, and related materials.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and complete assigned work accurately and efficiently.

Minimum Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position.
• Two years of general building maintenance experience, or closely related experience that includes basic carpentry skills.
• Must hold a valid Texas driver’s license and maintain a driving record acceptable to the University’s insurance provider.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, equipment, and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, climb, and work in awkward or confined spaces for extended periods.