Maintenance Aide

Job Details

American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world.

Department: Washington College of Law

Time Type: Full time

Job Type: Regular

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Work Modality: Full On Campus Presence

Summary

The role of this position is to maintain a safe, functional, clean, efficient, and attractive learning environment at the Washington College of Law. Responsibilities include assisting with the evaluation, repair, and replacement of facilities; performing quality inspections; handling tasks such as hanging pictures, drywall, and painting; and completing minor repairs as part of the building maintenance team. This position operates under direct supervision.

Essential Functions

• Assists with the installation and maintenance of mechanical and HVAC equipment, including air handling units, pumps, fan coil units, VAV units, DOAS units, and exhaust fans.
• Performs minor corrective and preventive maintenance and supports other trades as needed to ensure safe, efficient operations and a comfortable learning environment.
• Assists in escorting contractors performing work on-site.
• Inspects all building mechanical rooms and equipment, in order to provide a safe and clean working condition for employees.
• Assists other trades people, in order to perform and accomplish high quality work.
• Attends department meetings, as well as technical and safety-related training, to stay current with equipment, procedures, and safety practices in the building.
• Maintains accurate files and equipment records for deferred maintenance analysis, in order to build a historical database from which to efficiently manage future project costs.