Maintenance Worker - Alabama A&M - Facilities

Aramark Correctional Services; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Maintenance Worker for Alabama A&M University in Huntsville. The role involves day-to-day upkeep of residential units and academic facilities, ensuring a safe, clean environment for residents and staff.

Schedule is Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, with compensation ranging $20.00–$28.50 per hour. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of maintenance experience across carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical work, and strong troubleshooting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of residential and/or commercial maintenance experience.
• Experience performing general repairs in carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical work.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, walk, and stand for extended periods as required.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and complete work orders in a timely, professional manner.
• Perform general maintenance and repair work across multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical repairs.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine efficient, effective solutions.
• Inspect assigned areas routinely and perform preventative maintenance to maintain safe and functional facilities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities comply with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Demonstrate safe operation of tools, equipment, and maintenance machinery.
• Work independently while effectively managing changing priorities throughout the day.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents, students, faculty, staff, and guests.
• Adhere to all organizational safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Interpersonal communication

Safety practices

Physical stamina

Customer service

Independent work

Multi-trade maintenance

Job description

Job Description

The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, repair, and upkeep of residential units and academic facilities at Alabama A&M. This position helps ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for residents, students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate is a reliable self-starter who can effectively manage multiple priorities and respond to maintenance needs in a fast-paced environment. Compensation for this role is $20.00 to $28.50 per hour.
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Job Responsibilities

• Respond to and complete work orders in a timely, professional manner.
• Perform general maintenance and repair work across multiple trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical repairs.
• Troubleshoot maintenance issues and determine efficient, effective solutions.
• Inspect assigned areas routinely and perform preventative maintenance to maintain safe and functional facilities.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Ensure all repairs and maintenance activities comply with applicable safety standards and policies.
• Demonstrate safe operation of tools, equipment, and maintenance machinery.
• Work independently while effectively managing changing priorities throughout the day.
• Provide excellent customer service when interacting with residents, students, faculty, staff, and guests.
• Adhere to all organizational safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of residential and/or commercial maintenance experience.
• Experience performing general repairs in carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical work.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to lift, bend, push, pull, walk, and stand for extended periods as required.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

About Aramark

Our Mission

Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.

About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.