Facilities Technician I - Grounds & Building Maintenance

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Annual membership

Discounts on Center classes

Gift Store discounts

Job summary

University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is seeking a Maintenance Worker I to perform custodial and repair work across facilities. The role requires a 5-day work week, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am-6:30pm, with duties including cleaning, basic repairs, and event setup.

The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities to handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks as part of routine maintenance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or substituted where appropriate.
• At least one year of experience as a laborer is required.
• Prior experience cleaning and maintaining facilities is required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and a clean driving record are required.
• Dependable transportation to and from the Wildflower Center is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Ability to use handheld power tools and cleaning equipment is required.
• Ability to withstand outdoor conditions is required.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, dust, and remove trash throughout the facility, including outdoor areas.
• Keep closets organized, stocked, and clean.
• Comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures.
• Report unsafe activities to supervisors and Safety Committee.
• Perform maintenance and repair work in various craft areas, independently or with others.
• Perform HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, and carpentry tasks as needed.
• Set up and take down tables, chairs, and equipment for events.
• Support special events outside normal hours.
• Secure buildings and rooms on schedule and after cleaning.
• Interact with visitors, volunteers, and staff professionally.
• Drive golf cart to perform duties in remote locations.

Skills

Communication skills

Outdoor work

Driving license

Power tools

Cleaning equipment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Handheld power tools

Cleaning equipment

HVAC maintenance tools

Job description

University of Texas at Austin Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center is seeking a Maintenance Worker I to perform custodial and repair work across facilities. The role requires a 5-day work week, Tuesday through Saturday, 10am-6:30pm, with duties including cleaning, basic repairs, and event setup.

The position emphasizes safety, reliability, and teamwork, with opportunities to handle HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks as part of routine maintenance.