Facilities Maintenance Worker

University of Dubuque - Dubuque, IA

Full-time

Dubuque, IA

Educational Services

About the position

The University of Dubuque is seeking a dedicated Facilities Maintenance Worker to join our team. This full-time position is essential for maintaining the functionality and safety of our campus facilities. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of maintenance tasks, ensuring that all equipment and systems are in good working order and compliant with building codes. This role requires a proactive approach to maintenance, including performing repairs, conducting preventative maintenance, and responding to emergency situations as they arise. The Facilities Maintenance Worker will work closely with other staff members to support the university's mission and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for students, faculty, and visitors. In this role, you will be expected to perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, and new construction projects. You will also be responsible for maintaining and repairing plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and other essential building systems. The position involves completing all required paperwork in a timely manner, ensuring that all maintenance activities are documented accurately. Additionally, you will be involved in snow removal activities during winter months and may be called upon for overtime assignments or emergency call-ins as needed. The University of Dubuque offers a competitive wage and an excellent benefits package, including tuition remission, paid holidays, vacation and sick time, and a retirement match. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds and cultures, including women and persons of color.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, & buildings in accordance with building codes
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings
• Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
• Perform a variety of basic electrical repairs and installations
• Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
• Restore and/or replace various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, etc.
• Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's Mission including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work

Requirements

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses are highly preferred
• Minimum of 4 years' related experience
• Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
• Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
• Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and kneel
• Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, & interpersonal
• Ability to climb a 12' ladder, work on scaffolding, & operate an aerial lift

Benefits

• Competitive wage
• Tuition remission
• Paid holidays
• Vacation and sick time
• Retirement match