Maintenance Utility Worker General
About The Position
Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service. JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision, assists Maintenance A workers with the task of completing work orders for routine and non-routine requests, including preventative and corrective maintenance; may work independently, performing basic processes and procedures, to accomplish routine tasks that do not require the same degree of specialized skills as a Maintenance A Worker. Service Calls & Emergency Response · Provide responsive, customer-focused service. · Deliver courteous, timely support for faculty, staff, and student concerns. · Prioritize and complete work orders efficiently. · Assess issues and determine when escalation or specialized support is needed. · Support special events and room setups. Routine Maintenance & Repairs · Perform basic repairs to walls, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors. · Execute patching, painting, caulking, and general upkeep. · Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, hardware, and furniture components. Building Systems Support · Must be able to perform light troubleshooting of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical as needed. · Report issues requiring skilled trades or contractors. Preventative Maintenance · Perform scheduled building inspections and maintenance tasks. · Ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness of building common areas. · Check and maintain equipment such as sump pumps, filters, and fans. Documentation & Reporting · Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment serviced · Report on building issues or safety concerns to supervisors Working Conditions · Require standing, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working on ladders or at heights. · Work may occur indoors and outdoors, in varying weather and temperature conditions. · Exposure to pool chemicals, noise, and mechanical equipment is expected. · May be required to work flexible hours including evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts for emergencies.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Valid Class E driver’s license (or equivalent from another state).
- Must be available 24/7 for emergencies and willing to work overtime.
Nice To Haves
- Two-year degree or certification in a technical field.
- Five or more years of experience in facilities maintenance.
Responsibilities
- Assist Maintenance A workers with completing work orders
- Provide customer-focused service
- Deliver support for faculty, staff, and student concerns
- Prioritize and complete work orders
- Assess issues and determine when escalation is needed
- Support special events and room setups
- Perform basic repairs to walls, floors, ceilings, windows, and doors
- Execute patching, painting, caulking, and general upkeep
- Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, hardware, and furniture components
- Perform light troubleshooting of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical as needed
- Report issues requiring skilled trades or contractors
- Perform scheduled building inspections and maintenance tasks
- Ensure cleanliness, safety, and readiness of building common areas
- Check and maintain equipment such as sump pumps, filters, and fans
- Maintain accurate records of work performed and equipment serviced
- Report on building issues or safety concerns to supervisors
Benefits
- health
- retirement
- tuition benefits
- sick time
- paid vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
