Maintenance Worker II

utaustin

United States

On-site

USD 37,000 - 46,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid basic medical

Free Capital Metro bus rides

Retirement contributions

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Career growth & professional develop

Job summary

The University of Texas at Austin is seeking a Maintenance Worker II to perform a variety of tasks across crafts in residence halls, ensuring a comfortable living environment for students. The role requires strong communication with residents and staff, and timely completion of work orders.

Responsibilities include assisting in electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry tasks, maintaining inventory, and supporting on-call emergency repairs 24/7.

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 and communicate with staff and residents daily.
Assist trades with preventative maintenance, changing air filters, and inventory management.
Assist electricians with installations and minor electrical repairs in apartments.
Assist HVAC technicians with installation and maintenance of systems and related duties.
Assist plumbers with minor repairs and routine maintenance of plumbing fixtures.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team environment

Customer service skills

Education

High school graduation or GED

Job description

Job Posting Title

Maintenance Worker II

Hiring Department

University Housing and Dining

Position Open To

All Applicants

Weekly Scheduled Hours

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