Maintenance Technician IV - Tyson Field Station Facilities

Washington University in St. Louis•Eureka, MO

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position provides facilities maintenance for Tyson Research Center, the environmental field station of WashU in St. Louis. Duties include general maintenance of site facilities and equipment including roads and fences, buildings and limited utilities, mowing and landscaping, vehicle repair, maintaining field research sites, and assisting researchers with technical and logistical aspects of their research as needed. This position makes decisions that affect the environment, research, teaching, and the safety of users of Tyson resources. Recommends/determines supplies and materials required for jobs, materials to have on hand, or when to seek assistance (may consult first with working supervisor).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Multiple Trades (8 Years)
A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.
Ability to lift 80 lbs and competently operate a variety of construction, road, heavy and light power equipment and hand tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in working with educational or not-for-profit organizations or field stations.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Construction Equipment
Cross Trades
Heavy Equipments
Keenness to Learn
Power Equipment
Self Motivation
Sound Judgment
Teamwork
Working Independently

Responsibilities

Operate tractors, backhoe, dump truck and other machinery and tools as needed to grade and maintain roads, culverts, fields and roadsides, mow fields and maintain other resources.
Perform facilities and utilities maintenance, diagnostics and repairs, including plumbing, sewer, electrical, locksmithing, carpentry, painting, HVAC systems, roofing and cleaning.
Maintain, service and/or repair vehicles and other equipment.
Assist with research, field experiments and other projects as needed, including building structures or other needed items.
Determine, purchase and pick up necessary materials and supplies.
Other duties as needed.

Benefits

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

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