Maintenance Worker I, McDonald Observatory

The University of Texas at Austin; McDonald (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in McDonald is seeking a Maintenance Worker I to provide grounds maintenance, custodial services, and assist with special events. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, experience in maintenance, and effective communication skills. The position requires working weekends and holidays as needed. Salary starts at $32,000 plus based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have at least one year of experience as a laborer.
• Experience with equipment used in grounds and custodial maintenance is required.
• Must provide a current three-year driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform grounds maintenance including mowing and trash disposal.
• Assist with custodial services including restroom sanitation.
• Help with special events setup and cleanup.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Chainsaw

UT vehicle

Job description

Overview

Maintenance Worker I – McDonald Observatory. Provides grounds maintenance services for observatory buildings, domes, and public spaces as assigned. Assists with custodial services, and setups and breakdowns for special events. Weekend and holiday work is required as needed to meet business operations.

Responsibilities

• Grounds Maintenance: Responsible for mowing grass, operating string trimmers, leaf blowers, and other related grounds tasks. Emptying outdoor trash cans and disposing of litter. Raking granite and sweeping sidewalks in the Visitor Center patio and plaza areas, and cleaning trash in parking areas, fences, and grounds. Operates and maintains the irrigation system. Primarily during the non-growing season, assists in fire prevention and tree trimming, including operating a chainsaw for tree removal.
• Custodial Services: Supports and assists custodial staff with routine building cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor upkeep, trash and litter removal, and related tasks. Weekend and holiday shifts are required and will be rotated. Operate a UT vehicle to perform duties and maintain a Texas driver\'s license.
• Special Events: Assists with special events by setting up and taking down tables, chairs, equipment, and trash receptacles. Cleans grounds and facilities, replenishes supplies as needed. Prepares the grounds around the houses for the new resident\'s arrival date.
• Safety and Facility Support: Maintains a professional, customer-service demeanor and appearance according to UT McDonald Physical Plant dress code. Wears applicable protective gear as appropriate. Participates as part of the Emergency Response Team for the Observatory, including wild-land fire training, first aid, CPR, and AED as required.
• Performs Other Duties as Assigned: After completing scheduled daily tasks, shifts focus to tasks that improve the facility, such as re-painting restrooms, replacing light bulbs, and cleaning areas usually overlooked.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience as a laborer.
• Experience with equipment used in grounds and custodial maintenance.
• Ability to manage accuracy and attention to detail when performing cleaning assignments.
• Effective communication skills (verbal, written, and interpersonal) and listening.
• Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to be adaptable, work independently, and be an integral project team member.
• Demonstrates service excellence.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a laborer.
• Experience with fire mitigation.
• Experience with methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning university buildings.

Driving Required

This job requires a class "C" operator\'s driver\'s license. The applicant selected must provide a current three-year driving record from the current state of residence. If you are not currently a Texas resident, you must obtain a Texas driver\'s license within 30 days of becoming a resident.

Salary Range

$32,000 + depending on qualifications and experience

Working Conditions

• Wear uniforms and/or personal protective safety equipment and follow safety guidelines or procedures.
• May work in all weather conditions and extreme temperatures.
• May work around chemical fumes, chemicals, and biohazards.
• May work around standard office conditions. Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing stairs and ladders. Lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Work from an eight-foot stepladder.
• Lifting, pushing, and moving required up to 50 pounds.
• May be required to respond to emergency calls during off-duty hours.
• Work assignments are subject to change based on the needs of the Observatory.

Work Shift

• Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
• Work evening, weekend, and holiday hours as needed
• May involve rotating Saturday schedule

Required Materials

• Letter of Interest
• Resume/CV
• Three work references with contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you can multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left-hand navigation menu, and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled into your application. The application is one page, and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions and upload any additional Required Materials noted above.

Employment Eligibility:

Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval.

Retirement Plan Eligibility:

The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires. The university’s company ID number for E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.