BTS Mason, Campus Facilities Management

University of Missouri-Kansas City; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Mason to join their Campus Facilities Management team. This full-time position involves performing skilled masonry work, including constructing and repairing structures, setting forms, and installing tile. Ideal candidates will thrive in both indoor and outdoor environments, ensuring the campus remains visually appealing for all. With a competitive hiring incentive and a comprehensive benefits package, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the maintenance of a vibrant campus community. Join a team that values craftsmanship and community engagement, and make a significant impact in your work.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Short- and Long-term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

Educational Fee Discounts

Qualifications

• 4 years of experience in masonry and building trades.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in masonry.

Responsibilities

• Construct and repair structures using masonry materials.
• Set forms and pour concrete to specified textures.
• Install tile and maintain visually appealing spaces.

Skills

Masonry

Concrete Work

Heavy Equipment Operation

Tile Installation

Building Maintenance

Education

High School Diploma

Vocational Training in Building Trade

Tools

Power Tools

Hand Tools

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Job ID

54958

Location

UMKC Volker Campus

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

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Hiring Department

Campus Facilities Management (CFM)

Learn more about our team here: https://www.umkc.edu/finadmin/campus-facilities/

Position Location: UMKC Volker Campus

Job Description

The BTS Mason position is part of the Campus Facilities Management (CFM) team and is responsible for performing skilled work on a journey level in the building trades of masonry, concrete flatwork, and road surfaces. Ideal candidates will enjoy working both indoors and outdoors and take pride in maintaining visually appealing spaces for faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Construct, maintain and repair structures using masonry materials. Plan layout, mix bonding material, shape and lay stone, brick, tile and other masonry material using appropriate bonding agents.
• Repair and finish joints between stones or bricks of masonry structure. Plan layout, remove existing bonding material, mix and apply fresh bonding agent.
• Set forms, embed necessary reinforcing materials, pour and finish concrete, asphalt or other surfaces to specified textures.
• Break up existing masonry structure using power and hand tools.
• Install tile on floors and other areas following design specifications. Prepare surface for tiling by cleaning, filling holes with appropriate material and spreading adhesive base.
• Set up and dismantle scaffolding and staging, install drain tiles, waterproofs underground masonry surfaces, apply sealants, cut openings and utility access holes in masonry surface as required.
• May perform or assist with preparation of cost estimates, material orders, reports, and maintenance of records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Shift

7:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities are acquired.
• Four years actual work experience and training including the equivalent of apprenticeship or vocational training in a building trade is required.
• Knowledge of tools, methods, and materials used in the trade.
• A valid Missouri driver's license is required.
• Ability daily to: Grasp, lift, carry and set down heavy objects (50-75 lbs.)
• Shovel snow, climb ladders, and operate heavy power equipment.
• Depending on the nature of work performed, may be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the "Industrial Standard for Respirator Use"

Anticipated Hiring Range

Commensurate with education, experience, and internal equity.

This position is eligible for a $1,500 hiring incentive (see HR-104 Hiring Incentives for Faculty and Staff).

Application Deadline

Open until filled, review of applications to begin immediately.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds-a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city's rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City's biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC's campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children's Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be "Kansas City's university," and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.