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 position plays a crucial role in ensuring that our facilities are well-maintained and safe for all students, staff, and visitors. The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for a variety of tasks that include repairing and maintaining equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, locks, and buildings in accordance with established building codes. This role requires a proactive approach to maintenance, ensuring that all systems are functioning optimally and that any issues are addressed promptly. In addition to routine maintenance, the Facilities Maintenance Worker will perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, and new construction projects as needed. Preventative maintenance is a key aspect of this role, and the worker will be expected to complete all required paperwork in a timely manner to document maintenance activities and repairs. The position also involves performing basic electrical repairs and installations, as well as snow removal activities during winter months. The successful candidate will be tasked with restoring and/or replacing various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, and more. Repairing and/or replacing concrete, plaster walls, and painting walls, ceilings, and fixtures are also part of the job responsibilities. The Facilities Maintenance Worker will perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's mission, which may include overtime assignments and emergency call-in work. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is skilled in maintenance and is looking to contribute to a vibrant educational environment.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, and buildings in accordance with building codes
• Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, and new construction
• Perform preventative maintenance on equipment and 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, and interpersonal
• Ability to climb a 12' ladder, work on scaffolding, and operate an aerial lift

Benefits

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