Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Performs maintenance service and/or repairs of all residential, commercial and/or off-campus properties in two or more areas of skill including but not limited to plumbing, carpentry, machine servicing, and electrical repairs or installations for the properties maintained by the Real Estate Department. Estimates time and determines materials required to complete various projects. The Maintenance Technician I will complete these repairs and preventative maintenance as required for the general upkeep of the properties of the Real Estate Department. Performs all work under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, and in accordance with established safety procedures.

Job Description

• Performs maintenance and repairs on a daily basis assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor or other managerial staff at the residential and commercial properties. Assesses work orders and carries out the work, as appropriate, under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or a Maintenance Technician II, as assigned. Logs materials used for appropriate warehouse tracking. Estimates, tracks and documents time spent carrying out service and repairs.
• Resolves routine questions and problems in consultation with Maintenance Supervisor. Issues outside of normal daily duties and functions are referred to the Maintenance Supervisor for review and resolution.
• Take direction from the Maintenance Supervisor but will be expected to execute and complete the required repair or maintenance action to completion.
• Use good judgment and conscientious about the service calls and repairs undertaken in this position.
• Ensure parts and materials are recorded and tracked properly for inventory and parts usage.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Work outside during all seasons and weather conditions
• Provide on-call support as outlined in the rotating schedule. 
• Comfort using hand tools, power equipment

Physical Effort

• Ability to lift 80 pounds

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Property Maintenance Or Related Area (6 Months)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Class E Drivers License.
• Good driving record.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Construction Equipment, Construction Projects, Electrical Installations, Heavy Equipments, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Concepts, Oral Communications, Self Motivation, Sound Judgment, Teamwork, Working Independently, Written Communication

Grade

G06-H

Salary Range

$17.87 - $27.06 / Hourly

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.