Facilities Maintenance Technician

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University in Durham, NC is seeking a Facilities Maintenance worker to perform routine light maintenance and related tasks across campus buildings. The role involves simple carpentry, light plumbing and housekeeping duties as needed, operating a light truck or van for deliveries, and reporting any issues to supervision.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to follow instructions, perform duties with safety in mind, and adapt to varying building needs.

Qualifications

• Education: ability to understand and follow instructions generally acquired through a partial high school education.
• Experience: NONE OR ANY OTHER EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.

Responsibilities

• Provide light maintenance and operational support to university groups.
• Perform various light maintenance tasks including replacing light bulbs, opening drain lines, checking power panels (on/off only), and inspecting electrical outlets for damage.
• Perform light carpentry repairs including replacing windows shades, drapes, and acoustical ceiling tiles, installing traffic signs, installing furniture bumpers and adjusting closet doors.
• Operate light truck or van to pick up and deliver furniture, supplies, equipment and personnel.

Skills

Light maintenance

Carpentry basics

Housekeeping basics

Education

Partial high school education

Tools

Operate light trucks/ vans

Basic carpentry tools

Job description

Duke University in Durham, NC is seeking a Facilities Maintenance worker to perform routine light maintenance and related tasks across campus buildings. The role involves simple carpentry, light plumbing and housekeeping duties as needed, operating a light truck or van for deliveries, and reporting any issues to supervision.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to follow instructions, perform duties with safety in mind, and adapt to varying building needs.