Location: Georgetown,TX, USA
Southwestern University, located in Georgetown has an immediate opening for a Building Maintenance. This position will perform a variety of maintenance tasks as well as duties in construction and repair of assigned campus facilities, to include electrical, lighting, plumbing, carpentry, and other building maintenance related functions. This is a full-time, fully benefited, non-exempt position who reports to the Building Maintenance Supervisor.
Primary Duties:
* Building assignments for preventative maintenance measures.
* Maintain an organized and professional working environment.
* Supports in campus events setup.
* Supports other departments if needed.
* 24Hr Emergency Response Support in inclement weather.
* Responsible for daily monitoring, submitting, and closing work orders in assetessentials.dudesolutions.com system.
* Responsible for summer maintenance on all residential to prepare for the incoming students.
* Dispose of hazardous waste following safety guidance (e.g. light bulbs, arousal cans, etc.)
* Monitor roof for leaks, broken windows.
* Responsible for maintaining Golf Cart and the batteries.
* Maintain proper care for the department's tools and equipment.
* Responsible for building inspections which may require crawling under the buildings.
* Require to climb ladders and operate lifts.
Position Requirements:
* High School diploma or GED
* A minimum of 3 years' experience in building maintenance.
* A minimum of 3 years; experience in wood work.
* A minimum of 3 years' experience in construction environment.
* Experience and knowledge in patching and painting.
* A minimum of 3 years' experience in preventive maintenance and building inspection.
* Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
* Ability to attend work consistently, and work holidays and weekends when necessary.
* Ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
* Ability to work with or without supervision.
* Ability to adhere to the University's core values.
* Posses knowledge, understanding, and acceptance of cultural differences and the diversity within the campus and community.
Physical Requirement:
* Ability to lift and carry 50lbs.
* Bend, stoop, stand, kneel, and reach.
* Move heavy equipment and materials
* Ability to work in confined spaces and heights.
* Willingness to work outdoors and in various weather conditions.
Preferred Position Requirements:
* A minimum of 2 years' experience in wood working
* A minimum of 2 years' experience in roofing
* A minimum of 2 years' experience in general maintenance
* Knowledge of basic preventative maintenance
* Knowledge of PPE
* Valid Texas driver license, good standing record with DMV, and meets standards for University's insurance carrier.
Southwestern University offers competitive salary and benefits including health, dental, life, long term disability, retirement, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, under graduate tuition assistance for yourself and your dependents, access to athletic facilities, free parking and discounted meal rates. Southwestern University is a selective, undergraduate institution committed to a broad-based liberal arts, sciences, and fine arts education. Southwestern University is deeply committed to fostering a diverse educational environment and especially encourages applications from members of groups traditionally under-represented in academia. For information concerning the University, visit our Web site at www.southwestern.edu.
To apply: The University will only accept application materials through Interfolio at apply.interfolio.com/150123. Interested persons must submit a letter of interest, resume, the name and contact information of three professional references. Email and paper applications will not be accepted. Only completed applications will be reviewed by the Search Committee. The Committee will review all completed applications until the position is filled. All offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of the University's Background Check Policy process. Southwestern University is an E-Verify employer. EOE/M/F
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