Maintenance Services II

University of Pittsburgh; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Pittsburgh Greensburg Campus is seeking a Maintenance Worker II for general and craft maintenance across residence halls and campus facilities. You will perform preventive maintenance, operate mowers and tractors, and assist with electrical, HVAC, carpentry and plumbing tasks. Must have a High School Diploma or GED and at least 3 years of related experience.

Work schedule includes Tue-Fri 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. and Sat 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 3 years of related maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of campus equipment.
• Operate campus tractors, mowers, trucks, and backhoes.
• Assist in electrical, HVAC, carpentry and plumbing repairs.
• Cut grass, plant shrubbery, mulch, and manage grounds.
• Paint exterior surfaces and assist with concrete work.
• Drive campus vehicle to pick up or deliver supplies and materials.
• Assist in loading/unloading and moving heavy items.
• Follow safety regulations and inform management of hazards.
• Complete work requests and communicate needs for materials.
• Support events and activities using campus facilities.

Skills

Maintenance

Equipment operation

Safety aware

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

Mowers

Tractors

Backhoes

Dump trucks

Job description

Responsible for the general and craft maintenance of the residence halls, operation of University equipment, preventive and scheduled maintenance to support special events, projects, conferences, planned utility outages and activities sponsored by individuals/groups using the campus facilities.

Greensburg Facilities Management

The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg Facilities Management & Operations department is responsible for maintaining, preserving and enhancing the University's physical assets. We are committed to operation excellence. Our core services include custodial, building, and ground maintenance, in addition to construction and renovation projects done in partnership with the University of Pittsburgh Oakland Office of Facilities Management. Our goal is to ensure a safe, operational and appealing campus environment.

Essential Functions

• Perform preventive maintenance and repair of equipment;
• Operate tractors, mowers, trucks, dump truck with spreader, and backhoes;
• Assist in performing electrical, HVAC, carpentry and plumbing repairs, installations and overhauls;
• Cut grass, plant shrubbery, weed gardens, mulch, remove snow and spread salt;
• Assist in painting outside surfaces, laying concrete, constructing fences and other fixtures, clean basins and yard drains;
• Drive campus vehicle to pick up and/or deliver supplies, materials or passengers on campus;
• Aid in loading and unloading vehicles and moving heavy boxes and supplies;
• Follow prescribed safety regulations and inform management of potential risks or hazards;
• Complete work requests and notify management of repair work and required materials;
• Support special events, projects, conferences, planned utility outages and activities sponsored by individuals or groups using campus facilities;
• Perform other related duties as required or assigned.

Work will be completed individually or as part of a team.

Physical Effort

The Maintenance Worker II must have the ability to travel independently throughout campus and be capable of lifting up to 50 pounds including equipment and supplies. Will operate equipment such as mowers, tractors, trucks and backhoes. Will crawl into and work in confined spaces climb ladders.

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Union Eligible.95 Regionals.Maintenance II

Campus

Greensburg

Minimum Education Level Required

High School Diploma/GED

Minimum Years Of Experience Required

3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule

Tuesday - Friday 2:00 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.; Saturday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

Per Collective Bargaining Agreement

Relocation Offered

No

Visa Sponsorship Provided

No

Background Check

For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances

The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter