MATERIAL TRADES WORKER I

University of Alabama at Birmingham; University (FL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits at a leading educational institution for a Material Trades Worker I. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting roofing projects by assisting skilled craftsmen in various physical tasks. Your responsibilities will include delivering materials, applying roofing materials, and ensuring job sites are clean and safe. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment where teamwork and independence are valued. If you are physically capable and ready to contribute to essential facilities work, this is the perfect role for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required for this role.
• Ability to lift and carry at least 90 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist roofers with roofing material application and repair.
• Unload materials and clean job sites after completion.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Basic reading and writing skills

Good driving record

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description - MATERIAL TRADES WORKER I (T220896)

Position Summary:

Picks up and delivers materials and supplies to various job locations on and off the UAB campus. Assists craftsmen in completion of their duties by performing physical labor tasks such as sweeping, mopping, demolition, driving dump trucks, dump truck loading, carrying materials, pickup, delivery and cleaning cabinets, installation of cove base and ceiling tiles.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for assisting roofers during the application or repair of roofing materials.
• Unload materials, cleans off roof, applies roofing material, and cleans site after job is complete.

Starting Hourly Rate of Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. (subject to change to meet the needs of the University).

Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required.

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to work independently
• Organizational skills
• Ability to maintain a good driving record
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to read, write and understand basic instructions

Personal:

MVR: Driving record should meet University underwriting guidelines to drive vehicle in performance of University business. Current underwriting guidelines include possession of a valid driver’s license, issued in the United States; at least 21 years of age; at least three years of driving experience; maintain an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Physical: Possess the necessary physical requirement, with or without the aid of mechanical devices, to safely perform the duties and responsibilities of the position to include:

• Lifting, carrying and moving a minimum of ninety (90) pounds
• Perform tasks requiring bending, climbing, stooping, kneeling, and walking significant distances between and within buildings on campus
• Working within extreme temperature ranges
• Working in the rain and in unfavorable weather conditions, hot, cold, wet, etc.
• Working in confined spaces

Incomplete job profiles will not be processed. Please be certain to showcase depth and breadth of experience on your application and resume, as they relate to the needs of this job announcement.

UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran’s status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB’s Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.

Primary Location:

University

Job Category:

Facilities

Organization:

112302200 Roofing

Employee Status:

Regular

Shift: Day/1st Shift

Work Arrangement: Onsite (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager)