Maintenance Technician - Carpentry Services

Sam Houston State University • Huntsville, TX

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About The Position

Come and join the Bearkat community! Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging. SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Requirements

• High school graduate or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Four years of experience in performing a variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work in one or more craft areas.
• Additional education may be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to use the tools of the trade in which the work is to be performed.
• Valid Texas driver license and driving record acceptable to the University's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

• Performs semi-skilled tasks in construction, repairs, and maintenance of structures, equipment, and appliances.
• Installs and or repairs locks, door hardware, and window dressing.
• Does sheetrock repair, texturing, painting, lathe, rough concrete laying, and patch plastering.
• Unstops sinks, drains, commodes, hand basins, sewer lines; HVAC condensate drains.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to electrical switches, plugs, and light fixtures.
• Performs carpentry on furniture and doors, plumbing on commodes, faucets, and shower fixtures, and maintenance on electronic and HVAC equipment and appliances.
• During maintenance rounds, checks equipment, and takes care of general emergencies.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Superior benefit package
• Competitive salaries
• Flexible work environment fostering work/life balance
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational assistance and dependent assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Administration of Human Resource Programs
• Education Level: High school or GED