Maintenance Worker I

Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute • Albuquerque, NM

9d

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the Maintenance Worker I performs architectural renovations, modifications, repairs, and preventive maintenance to building structures, along with other related duties as required or assigned. The role requires general maintenance skills, troubleshooting and repair of a wide variety of maintenance problems, accurate paperwork, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. The schedule is Thursday through Monday, with Tuesday and Wednesday off, from 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

Work takes place in office and laboratory environments and outdoors. The position involves frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, overhead work, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects weighing up to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. Desk-based computer tasks are also required. Personal protective equipment, potentially including a respirator, must be worn. The employee will work near research animals and may work in areas with hazardous materials or infectious agents; vaccinations may be required. A post-offer background check and the ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force Base are required. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, and 0–3 years of directly related maintenance experience; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience providing comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Demonstrated general maintenance skills and ability to troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of maintenance problems.
• Ability to complete associated paperwork with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Motivation, good verbal and written communication skills, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Office and ability to learn department-specific computer systems as needed.
• Successful completion of a post-offer background check and ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force Base.
• Ability to perform the described physical activities, including handling objects weighing up to 80 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, potentially including a respirator. May be required to receive vaccinations for work in areas where hazardous materials or infectious agents are present.

Responsibilities

• Perform architectural renovations, modifications, repairs, and preventive maintenance to building structures.
• Troubleshoot and repair a wide variety of maintenance problems.
• Complete associated paperwork accurately and with attention to detail.
• Perform other related duties and tasks as required or assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED