"MAINTENANCE WORKER I"

To provide entry level skills in the performance of a variety of trades required for the maintenance, repair, and operation of University facilities and equipment. Responsible for assisting in the installation, operation, and routine repair of University facilities and grounds.

Performs routine generalist's duties in the building, grounds, custodial and maintenance departments of the physical plant. May also include assisting skilled trades in larger projects. Assignments may include duties associated with, but not limited to, basic electrical/electronic, plumbing, HVAC, painting, carpentry, masonry, utility, air conditioning, grounds keeping, custodial, and manual and general labor assignments and duties. May perform custodial level cleaning as needed. May be regularly switched from job assignments on an as needed basis that require basic skill levels and physical requirements consistent with the trade, skill, and or duty being performed. May require irregular working hours / split shift and "on call" basis. Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received: General direction from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given: None.

Required Education: Completion of 6th Grade. Ability to read English well enough to comprehend Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) on cleansers, chemicals, and other containers, and to understand work orders, complete time cards, and receive oral and written work directions.

Preferred Education: Completion of related vocational training in a related trade.

Licenses/Certifications: As condition of employment this position requires the applicant to be authorized to operate a University-Owned Vehicle for Official University Business. Per University of Texas System Policy 157, applicants will be subject to a motor vehicle record check for their most recent thirty-six (36) month history. Out of State Drivers are required to submit a 36-month history MVR from their prior State of residence(s). Approved drivers rating as established by the UT System.

Required Experience: None.

Preferred Experience: Experience in building construction, mechanical utilities, or maintenance trades, including grounds and custodial maintenance.

Equipment: Basic knowledge of the tools and equipment common to electrical, plumbing, carpentry, grounds, custodial and other general trades.

Working Conditions: Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Requires constant exposure to outside environment. Some work in restricted spaces, exposure to dust, extreme heat, and hot, dry, wet, cold conditions. Some duties and working conditions may create bodily strain and discomfort. May be required to carry a two-way radio and/or pager and must be available on an "on call" basis. Must have a flexible work schedule for evenings, weekends, holidays and overtime. Must be physically able to perform all essential functions and duties of the job. Requires stooping, bending, kneeling, walking, lifting, and carrying of heavy objects to perform job duties. Requires moving, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of heavy furniture, equipment, trash cans, boxes, files, filing cabinets, and other objects weighing up to 50 lbs. when working alone and 100 lbs. with help. Must be able to climb step ladders and maintain balance to clean and wash windows and lighting. Danger of falls, electrical shock and burns, chemical hazards, and other hazards and conditions inherent to the trade and or duty assigned. This position will be subject to a pre-employment physical.