Skilled Tradesman Generalist

University of Arkansas System • Fayetteville, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Skilled Tradesman Generalist is responsible for performing general maintenance work within their assigned residence hall. These duties require basic knowledge of carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, etc. Other duties as assigned. Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Requirements

• Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma.
• At least five years of continuous general building maintenance experience including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds waist high.
• Ability to climb stairs daily.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others in the workplace.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least eight years of continuous general building maintenance experience including but not limited to HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting.
• Knowledge of general maintenance practices.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision with a high attention to detail.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and assignments.

Responsibilities

• Performing general maintenance work within their assigned residence hall.
• Utilizing basic knowledge of carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, painting, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintaining regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance.
• Creating and maintaining collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Benefits

• University contributions to health insurance.
• University contributions to dental insurance.
• University contributions to life insurance.
• University contributions to disability insurance.
• Tuition waivers for employees and their families.
• 12 official holidays.
• Immediate leave accrual.
• Choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

What This Job Offers

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