Basic Mechanic - Enterprise Physical Operations

Washington University in St. Louis; United States; On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis in St. Louis, MO is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to respond to work orders and maintain building systems across campuses. The role includes carpentry, drywall, plumbing and electrical tasks as part of a multi-craft maintenance team.

Responsibilities include annual equipment teardowns, inspections preparation, and assisting with HVAC/plumbing/electrical troubleshooting. Travel to on- and off-campus locations is required.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Missouri Class E license by end of probation.
• No specific certification or degree required.
• No prior work experience required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to work orders in a timely, friendly manner.
• Repair and maintain academic, office and research buildings.
• Perform carpentry, drywall, basic plumbing and mechanical tasks.
• Do annual equipment teardowns and prep for inspections.
• Assist with HVAC, plumbing and electrical system troubleshooting.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

HVAC repair

Electrical systems

Plumbing

Carpentry

Drywall

Painting

Microsoft Office

Detail-oriented

Problem solving

Interpersonal communication

Prioritization

Education

Vocational Diploma

Tools

Driver's license (MO Class E) or IL Class D

Job description

Location ST. LOUIS, MO 63105

Scheduled Hours 40

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to work orders and other requests in a timely, efficient, competent, knowledgeable and friendly manner.
• Repairs and performs preventative maintenance of academic, office and research building systems.
• Performs carpentry, drywall and finishes, basic plumbing and mechanic system tasks.
• Performs annual equipment teardowns, corrective and preventative maintenance in preparation for inspections and seasonal lay-up.
• Assists with, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing of a variety of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions: Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.

Physical Effort: Capable of doing extensive walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. and other similar physical activity.

Equipment: Simple hand tools.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education: A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses: No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills: Not Applicable

Driver's License: A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

Required Qualifications Must be able to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License by the end of the probationary period and cannot drive University owned vehicles until Class E Driver’s License is obtained.

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career
• Certifications/Professional Licenses: No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
• Work Experience: Working In A Particular Craft Or Multi-Craft Position (5 Years)
• Skills: Detail-Oriented, Drywalling, Effective Written Communication, HVAC Maintenance, HVAC Repair, HVAC Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Office, Painting, Prioritization, Problem Solving

Salary

Grade UF00 Salary Range $30.47 The salary rate for this position is determined by the current union contract. Please note that there may be salary differentials for working second or third shifts.

Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive benefits package to our employees. Benefits eligibility is subject to employment status, full-time equivalent (FTE) workload, and weekly standard hours. Please visit our website at https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/ to view a summary of benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity or shared ancestry, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. As a federal contractor, the university maintains affirmative action programs to implement its equal employment opportunity policy for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, in accordance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974 (VEVRAA), as amended.

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