Multi-Skilled Trades Technician II

University of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Houston - Lab & Research Department is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support a range of mechanical and electrical systems, plus carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, roofing and exterior upkeep. This role operates under minimal supervision and supports scheduled moves and event setup.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least three years of directly related experience, plus a valid Texas Driver License.

Qualifications

• Establishes and performs preventative maintenance schedule for equipment and facilities.
• Orders supplies and materials and maintains adequate inventory levels for skill trades.
• May assist with training other maintenance personnel.
• Performs the duties of skill trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, general maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, roofing and exterior maintenance as required.
• Selects materials to complete work requests or projects.
• Assists other specialized crafts in larger, more complex projects, and assists other shops as needed including scheduled moves and event setup.
• May be considered essential personnel and may be assigned to serve on special task force during periods of emergency.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and performs preventative maintenance schedule for equipment and facilities.
• Orders supplies and materials and maintains adequate inventory levels for skill trades.
• May assist with training other maintenance personnel.
• Performs the duties of skill trades such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, general maintenance, mechanical, HVAC, roofing and exterior maintenance as required.
• Selects materials to complete work requests or projects.
• Assists other specialized crafts in larger, more complex projects, and assists other shops as needed including scheduled moves and event setup.
• May be considered essential personnel and may be assigned to serve on special task force during periods of emergency.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance

Trades experience

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver License

Job description

The University of Houston - Lab & Research Department is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to support a range of mechanical and electrical systems, plus carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, roofing and exterior upkeep. This role operates under minimal supervision and supports scheduled moves and event setup.

Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED and at least three years of directly related experience, plus a valid Texas Driver License.