Maintenance Repair Aide 3 - Facilities Maintenance Services

University of Nevada Reno•Reno, NV

About The Position

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. Final applications must be submitted prior to the close of the recruitment. If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact our recruitment helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu . For UNR Med professional job postings, please contact the Office of Professional Recruitment at (775) 784-6778. Job Description The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Maintenance Repair Aide 3 for the Facilities Maintenance Services (FMS) Department. This position is responsible for delivering and moving furniture, fixtures and equipment used to host events. Duties include (but are not limited to): Set-up and break down of furniture and equipment for special events; Furniture pickup, delivery, cleaning and inventory; Coordinate with Facilities Maintenance department personnel, event coordinators, faculty, staff, and students on furniture delivery and set-up; Assist trades in the delivery and removal of construction debris or equipment; Schedule the delivery and set up of large freight and equipment; Keep warehouse clean and organized; and Other duties as assigned. To see the full Class Specifications, visit: https://hr.nv.gov/uploadedFiles/hrnvgov/Content/Resources/ClassSpecs/09/09-481spc(1).pdf PER EXECUTIVE ORDER 2026-001, ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026. Please refer to the link for more information: Executive Order 2026-001 .

Requirements

This position requires one (1) year of experience performing manual labor and unskilled work; OR Six (6) months of experience as a Maintenance Repair Aide II in Nevada State service; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above
Pursuant to NRS 284.4066, this position has been identified as affecting public safety. Persons offered employment in this position must submit to a pre-employment screening for controlled substances.
A valid Class “C” driver’s license or higher operator’s license is required at the time of appointment and as a condition of continuing employment.
The job requires working with and around hazardous building materials containing asbestos and solvents; frequent lifting, climbing, moving, and installing of heavy objects, many in awkward or high locations; and exposure to hot and cold temperatures when working outside.
This position requires walking or standing to a significant degree and pushing and/or pulling; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
This position requires the ability to see, hear, and communicate through speech.

Nice To Haves

Operating equipment used for deliveries and moving (hand trucks, lift gates, delivery vehicles, tie downs, etc.)
Operating basic hand and power tools (hammer, screwdriver, tape measure, power drill, etc.)
The ability to read and interpret work orders and operation manuals
The ability to safely lift and move heavy objects
Utilizing basic computer skills such as email and electronic calendars and experience with Microsoft Word.

Responsibilities

Set-up and break down of furniture and equipment for special events
Furniture pickup, delivery, cleaning and inventory
Coordinate with Facilities Maintenance department personnel, event coordinators, faculty, staff, and students on furniture delivery and set-up
Assist trades in the delivery and removal of construction debris or equipment
Schedule the delivery and set up of large freight and equipment
Keep warehouse clean and organized
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Classified Employees are enrolled in The Public Employees’ Retirement System of Nevada (PERS) upon hire.
Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance
Life insurance, generous annual and sick leave - Classified Benefits
E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers an annual or semester membership and family membership options.
Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments. Mountain EAP is located in Reno and specializes in counseling and advising services for personal or interpersonal issues.
Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees. SEC holds monthly meetings to provide a forum for employees to participate.
SEC Grant-in-aid for Classified Employees
The University encourages employees to pursue training and educational opportunities available to them through the Nevada System of Higher Education institutions. Tuition is paid in full when Classified employees enroll in a course that can apply toward the completion of a degree or is job-related.
Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program The University offers this program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of Classified employees (working at least 50%). The Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program may be used for undergraduate and graduate state-supported courses.
Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program