Maintenance Utility Worker

Saint Louis University; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Utility Worker to join their team. This role involves performing routine and non-routine maintenance tasks, ensuring the facility remains in top condition. The ideal candidate will be proactive and able to work independently while responding to various maintenance requests. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a prestigious institution's operational excellence while enjoying a supportive work environment. If you have a passion for maintenance and a commitment to service, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition benefits

Paid vacation

Sick time

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical school preferred.
• One year of experience in a facilities environment is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine maintenance tasks as requested.
• Respond to work orders for various maintenance activities.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Corrective maintenance

Basic plumbing

Electrical work

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical school attendance in maintenance/trade related courses

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

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Maintenance Utility Worker

Apply locations SLU Saint Louis, MO time type Full time posted on Posted 3 Days Ago job requisition id 2025-08919

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under general supervision, performs tasks to complete work orders for routine and non-routine requests, including preventive and corrective maintenance. May work independently, performing basic processes and procedures to accomplish routine tasks. Responds to work order requests, including but not limited to: changing filters, cleaning coils, punching tubes, installing Christmas decorations, fire extinguisher inspections, replacing lamps/ballasts, lamp recycling, replacing ceiling tiles and painting.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.
2. Must have a State of Missouri Class E or above driver’s license or the equivalent from another state prior to employment. A DMV check will be conducted as a pre-employment screening.
3. 24-hour availability for emergencies and willingness to work overtime.
4. Technical school attendance in maintenance/trade related courses strongly preferred.
5. One year of experience within a facilities environment or contractor.
6. Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

This position is $20.70 per hour.

***Benefits for this position are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 148. Union employees receive health, retirement, and tuition benefits, as well as sick time and paid vacation.

Function: Maintenance Worker

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.