Maintenance Repair Worker I

Maintenance Repair Worker I

Posting Number: R0004048
Location: Portland Campus

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Position Summary:
Responsible for the performance of manual and semi-skilled work related to the maintenance of buildings. Repairs are generally of limited difficulty and involve the application of skills at less than the journeyman level, but also may involve work at times related to journeyman level. This is the first level of a two-level series. At this level, employees are performing tasks under the guidance of a skilled tradesperson or supervisor. As employees in this class increase their proficiency, they may perform routine, minor repairs and other tasks independently.

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

JOB DESCRIPTION

• Practices and encourages Facilities workplace expectations.
  
• Makes miscellaneous minor repairs and adjustments to various building elements, furnishings, and equipment as directed.
  
• Duties will include, but are not limited to:
  
• Event setups, breakdowns and classroom configuration
  
• Painting, general repairs, basic carpentry and construction
  
• Cleaning, graffiti abatement
  
• Basic plumbing
  
• Shipping and receiving, pick-up and delivery services
  
• Maintaining the mail room
  
• Maintaining safety equipment such as fire extinguishers and first aid kits,
  
• Grounds keeping
  
• Performs preventative maintenance tasks such as changing filters, cleaning and lubrication of operating equipment, belt changing and alignment.
  
• Operates and makes simple repairs to power tools related to the trade.
  
• Performs minor roof patching and repair.
  
• Assists other team members as needed.
  
• Organize and update computerized logs
  
• Climb ladders and work in confined spaces
  
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
• Subject to after-hours call backs.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Any combination of education, experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of this position. High school diploma or GED desired.
  
• Basic computer skills such as typing, email, ability to fill out service request forms online required. Microsoft Excel and Word proficiency desired.
  
• Knowledge and training in the safety hazards and precautions associated with this position and other building maintenance functions.
  
• Must have knowledge of and be able to use the appropriate PPE (Personal protective equipment) as needed.
  
• Must have the ability to effectively interact with a variety of people in a manner that emphasizes strong customer service and portrays the University's programs, personnel and philosophies in a positive manner.
  
• Must have the ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty and students.
  
• Ability to routinely and safely lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
  

Typical Work Schedule

Monday - Friday 8am to 5pm

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

Involves exposure to adverse environmental conditions as may be found working in a facilities setting which may include but is not limited to; working outdoors in inclement weather, extreme temperatures, noise, dim lighting, dust, dirt, confined spaces, high elevations, bio-hazards and other hazardous materials.

Salary: $18.23 per hour

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.

All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position.

You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the "My Experience" section labeled Resume:

• Cover letter addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
  
• Current Resume
  

​Incomplete applications will not be considered.


Apply online at https://willamette.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/willametteuniversityjobs/job/Portland-Campus/Maintenance-Repair-Worker-I_R0004048

Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.

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