Maintenance Worker II

University of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Transit benefits

Retirement contributions

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin's University Housing and Dining is hiring a Maintenance Worker II on the UT Austin campus to perform a wide range of maintenance tasks across multiple trades. This on-site role follows work orders and aims to provide a comfortable living environment for residence hall students.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least two years of related maintenance experience; they will work a 40-hour week, participate in on-call rotations, and have

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Two years of experience in performing installation, operation, construction, maintenance, and/or repair work.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks from work orders provided by supervisor or crew leader.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Communicate with supervisor, staff, and student residents regarding needed repairs and work order status on a daily basis.
• Work with supervisor and crew leader on work orders that need assistance from other trades.
• Sign out, track, and account for all inventory used and/or taken from the shop.
• Assist all trades with preventative maintenance changing out air filters, assisting in the repair of shop equipment (dollies, drain machines, etc.), and inventory management.
• Assist electrician technicians in installations and make readies in apartments.
• Check and maintain electrical systems.
• Change out lamps, ceiling fan switches, and perform minor electrical repairs.
• Work with other trades as required.
• Assist HVAC Technicians in the installation of HVAC systems and performing preventative maintenance on units.
• Assist in changing out air filters in student apartments and offices.
• Assist plumbers in minor plumbing repairs, maintenance of sewer systems, and make readies.
• Assist in replacing and servicing kitchen sinks, bathtubs, lavatories, and toilets.
• Assist carpenters in installations and repairs of make-readies, doors, cabinets, windows, floors, drywall, framing, and roof repairs.
• Submit paperwork in a timely manner.
• Accuracy and timeliness of dailies, mileage reports, and computer-oriented weeklies filled out correctly and submitted on time each week.
• Work orders filled out correctly.
• Notes on work orders indicate what work was done, tests performed, possible charges, and explanations for unusual delays or parts.
• Pick up supplies and drive a UT vehicle.
• Carry a UT cell phone for the on-call rotation and respond to emergencies as requested.
• Perform and respond to emergency repairs 24/7 and facilitate completion as needed.
• Work weekends and overtime as determined by the supervisor.
• Promote the professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and work skills through ongoing training and workshops, including monthly safety training.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Posting Title: Maintenance Worker II

Hiring Department: University Housing and Dining

Position Open To: All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt from FLSA

Earliest Start Date: Aug 11, 2026

Position Duration: Expected to Continue

Location: UT MAIN CAMPUS

Job Details: General Notes

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage
• Free Capital Metro bus rides
• Retirement contributions
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Career growth & professional development

Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team!

Purpose

To provide maintenance and repair work for a variety of tasks in one or more craft areas in the operation of the residence halls. Perform maintenance and repair tasks independently and/or assist journey-level craft workers. Assist in providing a comfortable living environment for students in residence halls.

Responsibilities

• Perform tasks from work orders provided by supervisor or crew leader.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication and customer service skills.
• Communicate with supervisor, staff, and student residents regarding needed repairs and work order status on a daily basis.
• Work with supervisor and crew leader on work orders that need assistance from other trades.
• Sign out, track, and account for all inventory used and/or taken from the shop.
• Assist all trades with preventative maintenance changing out air filters, assisting in the repair of shop equipment (dollies, drain machines, etc.), and inventory management.
• Assist electrician technicians in installations and make readies in apartments.
• Check and maintain electrical systems.
• Change out lamps, ceiling fan switches, and perform minor electrical repairs.
• Work with other trades as required.
• Assist HVAC Technicians in the installation of HVAC systems and performing preventative maintenance on units.
• Assist in changing out air filters in student apartments and offices.
• Assist plumbers in minor plumbing repairs, maintenance of sewer systems, and make readies.
• Assist in replacing and servicing kitchen sinks, bathtubs, lavatories, and toilets.
• Assist carpenters in installations and repairs of make-readies, doors, cabinets, windows, floors, drywall, framing, and roof repairs.
• Submit paperwork in a timely manner.
• Accuracy and timeliness of dailies, mileage reports, and computer-oriented weeklies filled out correctly and submitted on time each week.
• Work orders filled out correctly.
• Notes on work orders indicate what work was done, tests performed, possible charges, and explanations for unusual delays or parts.
• Pick up supplies and drive a UT vehicle.
• Carry a UT cell phone for the on-call rotation and respond to emergencies as requested.
• Perform and respond to emergency repairs 24/7 and facilitate completion as needed.
• Work weekends and overtime as determined by the supervisor.
• Promote the professional development of self and all staff to improve knowledge and work skills through ongoing training and workshops, including monthly safety training.

Required Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED.
• Two years of experience in performing installation, operation, construction, maintenance, and/or repair work.
• Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications

• More than two years of experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and/or building maintenance and repair environments.
• Experience installing and repairing doors, showers, toilets, and lavatories.
• More than two years of experience in carpentry.
• Prior UT experience.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others and in a team environment.

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 not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

Salary Range

$41,600+ depending on qualifications.

Working Conditions

• Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished).
• May work in all weather conditions.
• May work in extreme temperatures.
• May work around chemical fumes.
• May work around standard office conditions.
• May work around chemicals.
• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards.
• Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation.
• Use of manual dexterity.
• Climbing stairs.
• Climbing of ladders.
• Lifting and moving.
• Pushing, pulling, and moving a max force of 212 lbs.
• Lifting and moving 80 lbs.

The successful candidate will be required to successfully complete testing for strength and agility prior to employment.

Work Shift

Monday - Friday, 7:30AM - 4:30PM. Workdays, area, and hours may vary based on the department needs.

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 the 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 effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of 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) and Camp. 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.

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