Building Trades Maintenance Worker (Part-Time)

Amherst•Amherst, MA

3d•$22 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Amherst College invites applications for the Building Trades Maintenance Worker (Half-Time) position. This is a part-time (20 hours per week), year-round position responsible for assisting carpenters and painters in the inspection, repair, installation, modification, rebuilding, construction and maintenance of woodwork, masonry, roofing, doors, and hardware on the various structures throughout campus. The role also independently performs routine tasks such as the installation of artwork, banners, plaques, signage, window blinds and shades, and general medium-skilled handyperson tasks. Additionally, the position is responsible for participating in event set-ups, including staging, chairs, tables, and signs. The position is designated as providing essential services and may be required to report to work or remain on duty even when the College is closed. A flexible schedule with extended shift times and emergency call-ins may be required due to the nature of student life needs.

Requirements

Familiarity with basic carpentry tools and skills
Basic math skills, including adding and subtracting
Basic computer skills
Strong customer service, organizational, and time-management skills
Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Attention to detail
Successful completion of required reference and background checks
An acceptable criminal offender records information (CORI) check
Successful completion of pre-employment physical and lift test
Valid driver’s license and successful completion of Five College Risk Management driver credentialing program.

Nice To Haves

One year of carpentry experience
Painting experience

Responsibilities

Perform general medium-skilled building trades, carpentry, and painting work required to maintain safe and orderly conditions in buildings and adjacent grounds.
Respond to various customer requests in accordance with established work routines and safety procedures.
Assist other Building Trades staff members on projects that require more than one person to efficiently or safely accomplish tasks.
Provide special services for campus customers as needs arise at the direction of the Building Trades Supervisor or Service Center Supervisor.
Respond to calls such as damaged or missing window screens, blinds, paper dispensers, as well as furniture repair and adjustments.