Maintenance Helper (Entry Level)

uthscsa.edu; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

FSAs

Retirement plan options

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

UT Health San Antonio is seeking an apprentice-level helper to assist skilled trade workers in a variety of maintenance tasks. The role includes semi-skilled duties, safety adherence, and ongoing training while performing installations and repairs on campus.

The position emphasizes mechanical aptitude, the ability to follow instructions, and a drive to advance within the facilities team. Training periods and a full-time schedule support professional growth at UT Health San Antonio.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Texas driver's license is required with a clean driving record.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn building construction, equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self-motivated and directed; ability to absorb new ideas quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled trade workers with routine installations, repairs and equipment replacement.
• Assist trade personnel in maintenance and repairs specific to the assigned craft area.
• Clean and paint equipment and structures as directed.
• Perform area housekeeping and related semi-skilled duties.
• Train for higher level positions while performing similar responsibilities.
• Fulfill all other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Under direct supervision, responsible for assisting skilled trades workers. Provides semi-skilled duties in the performance of a variety of maintenance and repair tasks within the assigned craft area at an apprentice level.

Schedule: M-F 3:30pm – 12:am – First couple of months M-F 8:am – 4:pm training.

Responsibilities

• Assists skilled trade workers with routine installations, repairs, construction and replacement of equipment.
• Assists trade personnel in the performance of maintenance and repairs that are unique to the craft area assigned.
• Cleans and paints equipment and structures as directed.
• Performs area housekeeping.
• Performs similar semi-skilled duties within the assigned craft area and trains for higher level positions.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Possesses mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn building construction, equipment maintenance and repair.
• Ability to perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Self-motivated and directed; ability to absorb new ideas and concepts quickly.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED is required.

LICENSES:

• Valid Texas driver's license is required - must have clean driving record.

Required Skills

• Up to one (1) year experience is required.

This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.

Benefits Overview

Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Employees receive $50,000 of group term life insurance and $50,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates.

Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist.

Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits.

Disability - Employees can enroll in the Disability Insurance which provides income if a non-work related illness or injury prevents you from working.

FSAs - Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses.

Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers.

Time Off - A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options:

• Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire.
• Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment.
• Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year.

Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership.

EEO Statement

UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

Job Info

• Job Identification 7397
• Job Category Facilities & Engineering Oper
• Posting Date 07/20/2026, 04:19 PM
• Locations 0004 7703 Floyd Curl Drive, San Antonio, TX, 78229, US (On-site)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Organization B5800 - Facilities Mgt, I5000 - Facilities & Capital Planning, UT Health Science Center, UT Health Science Center