# Facilities Maintenance Worker

**Company:** [University of Dubuque](https://jobs.workable.com/companies/sxiiks7f6S2PWg6vfRqo6U.md)
**Location:** Dubuque, United States
**Workplace:** on site
**Employment type:** Full-time
**Department:** Facilities Maintenance

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## Description

The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for general maintenance and repair duties across campus buildings and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work and values teamwork in a mission-driven environment.

## Requirements

**Primary Responsibilities:**

-   Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, & buildings in accordance with building codes
-   Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction
-   Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings
-   Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
-   Perform a variety of basic electrical repairs and installations
-   Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
-   Restore and/or replace various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, etc.
-   Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.
-   Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s _Mission_ including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work

**Position Skills and Abilities:**

-   Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
-   Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
-   Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and kneel
-   Ability to climb a 12’ ladder, work on scaffolding & operate an aerial lift
-   Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, & interpersonal

**Requirements:**

-   Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
-   Must have a valid driver’s license
-   Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses are highly preferred
-   Minimum of 4 years’ related experience