Maintenance Technician - Mover

University of North Texas System•Denton, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of North Texas System is a growing entity in the Dallas-Fort Worth region, comprising the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. It is the only university system based exclusively in the DFW region, employing over 14,000 individuals and educating more than 49,000 students. The UNT System fosters a people-first, values-based culture centered on excellence, curiosity, and innovation, aiming to transform lives and create economic opportunities through education. The Facilities Structural Services department is dedicated to ensuring safe and well-maintained spaces for students, faculty, and staff. Their mission includes maintaining the aesthetic appeal of campus buildings, both internally and externally, through a professional maintenance crew. They are responsible for painting, flooring, general maintenance, campus signage, event furniture, outside welding repair, office furniture relocation, surplus services, and operating an on-site cabinet/carpenter shop, with a strong emphasis on customer service and satisfaction.

Requirements

One year of experience in maintenance/repair or related field; or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Employees in this job may be responsible for conducting research on, working on, or having the ability to access critical organizational infrastructure and they must be able to maintain the security and integrity of the infrastructure related to this role.
Knowledge of and skill in use of standard tools, equipment, materials, methods, and practices of general maintenance task.
Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of general maintenance; knowledge of blueprints, schematics, and working drawings.
Ability to use basic shop math applications.
Ability to locate and identify problems in appropriate building system or equipment and to plan and execute necessary repairs.
Physical ability to perform moderately heavy physical work which includes lifting and crawling, and to remain outdoors in inclement weather.
Knowledge of appropriate safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed.
Possession of a valid Texas driver's license or ability to obtain within 30 days of employment; ability to drive a vehicle and maintain coverage under University liability insurance policy, if required to drive University vehicles.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of proper use for all hand tools.
Some knowledge of general maintenance and carpentry.
Stable employment record.

Responsibilities

Responsible for loading and delivering materials and equipment for the University.
Delivery of tables/chairs for events.
Moves, delivers, and arranges furniture and materials for the University.
Operates commercially rated truck. May also operate pickup truck, forklift, or other light vehicles.
Operates power hand tools to dissemble furniture and other tasks as needed.
Performs a variety of semi-skilled and technical tasks, in routine maintenance duties.
Ensures all equipment is working properly such as dolly, hand truck, and tie downs.
Load and unload.
Observes safety and security precautions to work performed.
All other duties as assigned.
Check work related emails
Complete University trainings in a timely manner.
Input proper information on work request.
Maintain equipment such as convertible hand dollies, 4 wheelers, and panel carts in proper working order.
Inspect the functionality of tables/chairs and maintain clean for events.
Consistently completes expected duties in a timely manner without constant supervision. Accepts responsibility for own work and follows through on commitments.
Promotes Facilities core values of Service, Integrity, and Excellence by conducting oneself in a manner that is respectful, honest, ethical, and customer focused.
Committed to maintaining a safe and secure work environment.
Demonstrates punctuality and follows policies and procedures for absences, time and attendance.