Facilities Maintenance Worker

University of Dubuque; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Dubuque is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Worker to perform general maintenance and repair across campus buildings. You will tackle electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and preventative maintenance tasks while upholding safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates are self-motivated, able to work in varying weather, lift up to 100 lbs, and communicate effectively with campus teams to support the university’s mission.

Qualifications

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses are highly preferred.
• Minimum of 4 years' related experience.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, & buildings in accordance with building codes
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Perform a variety of basic electrical repairs and installations
• Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
• Restore and/or replace various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, etc.
• Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work

Skills

Weather tolerance

Heavy lifting

Standing for long

Ladder & scaffolding

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical/Plumbing/HVAC training courses

Job description

The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for general maintenance and repair duties across campus buildings and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work and values teamwork in a mission-driven environment.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, & buildings in accordance with building codes
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Perform a variety of basic electrical repairs and installations
• Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
• Restore and/or replace various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, etc.
• Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work

Position Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and kneel
• Ability to climb a 12' ladder, work on scaffolding & operate an aerial lift
• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, & interpersonal

Requirements:

• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses are highly preferred
• Minimum of 4 years' related experience