Maintenance & Repair Worker

Department Number/Name: 3-5140-000 / Physical Plant

College Division: USFSP - Administrative and Financial Services

Salary Plan: Staff

Job Code/Title: 6374 / Maintenance & Repair Worker

Hiring Salary/Salary Range: $31,320

Position Number: 00004980

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

Facilities Services is responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, comfortable campus environment for students, faculty, staff and guests.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintenance & Repair Workers perform semi-skilled work related to the general maintenance and repair of buildings, recreational facilities, equipment, and other university property. Workers assigned to this classification perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks independently, and assist skilled craft workers on assignments. Job assignments involve the use of tools, equipment, and procedures that can be readily learned through on the job training. This job is distinguished from the higher level Maintenance Mechanic position which requires both training and experience as a skilled craft worker. Shift hours: Monday - Friday 7:00AM - 3:30PM (may require occasional non-shift days/hours and holidays)

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be proficient in reading, writing and communicating in English.

Must have the ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs.

Requires a valid Florida driver's license.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Assists skilled craft workers by performing tasks such as preparation of job site, transporting tools and equipment and assisting with needed repairs.

Perform semi-skilled routine and preventative repair and maintenance tasks to include; repairing small scale plumbing, repairing/replacing electrical fixtures, replacing light bulbs, changing AC filters, etc.

Inspects buildings, systems and equipment for safety hazards and identifies maintenance repairs that may be required.

Operates pressure washers and cleaning equipment to clean sidewalks, buildings and equipment.

Assists in routine maintenance required on golf carts, utility vehicles and equipment.

Responsible for possessing an operational two-way radio during entire work shift. Monitor all Maintenance Services communications and respond as required to communications addressed to them. Perform all other maintenance duties as assigned by a Supervisor that are required to meet the needs of the university campus community.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

MINIMUM:

This position requires a ninth grade education and six months of appropriate work experience. A valid Florida Driver's License may be required if motorized vehicles of any kind are operated.

PREFERRED:

High school diploma or GED and six months of appropriate work experience.

USF St. Petersburg

Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a Level 1 criminal background check.

Note: USF Offers an Employee Tuition Program to help employees reach their educational goals. The Employee Tuition Program allows full time employees (excluding Temporary employees) to waive the tuition costs up to 6 hours per semester.

Job Opening Number: 36598

Posting Date: 03/28/2024

Posting End Date: 4/11/2024 (11:59PM) Open Until Filled

How to Claim Veteran's Preference:

This position allows eligible veterans and their spouses to claim Veterans' Preference pursuant to Florida Statute 295.

Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation AT THE TIME OF SUBMITTING APPLICATION; such documentation is required for eligibility determination.

Supporting documentation, in addition to the DD214, may be required based on eligibility criteria. If you are submitting a DD 214, please ensure the social security number and date of birth is redacted/removed.

For information on obtaining a DD 214 visit http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ or call 1-866-272-6272.

How To Apply

Click on the Apply Now button. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload a cover letter and resume.

Apply online by completing the required information and attaching your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above.

YOUR COVER LETTER AND RESUME, PLUS ANY OTHER REQUESTED MATERIAL, MUST BE IN ONE ATTACHMENT. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

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To request an accommodation with the application or interview process, please contact Central Human Resources by telephone: 813-974-2970 or email HR-ADA-Request@usf.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

USF is an equal opportunity, equal access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace.

The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sexual harassment. Any person may report sex discrimination, including sexual harassment (whether or not the person reporting is the person alleged to be the victim of conduct that could constitute sex discrimination or sexual harassment), in person, by mail, by telephone, or by electronic mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX Coordinator. Reports may be made at any time either online or directly to the University's Title IX Coordinator.

USF's Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Statement.

Federal Rights

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA).

Work Location

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About USF

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