Student Summer Maintenance Worker

University of Texas at Austin

22h • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of skilled facilities professionals, student employees assist with maintenance, make-ready, and building support tasks to prepare facilities for summer conferences and fall student occupancy. No previous maintenance experience is required, training is provided by the facilities team.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled student at the University of Texas at Austin or another accredited institution.
• Ability to perform physical labor and learn facility maintenance skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Dependable attendance and reliability throughout the summer employment period.
• Ability to lift, move, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Interest in facilities maintenance, skilled trades, or building operations.
• Experience using tools, performing hands-on work, or working in custodial or facilities environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and building support tasks to prepare residence halls, apartments, and facilities for summer and fall occupancy.
• Assist with basic preventive maintenance tasks such as changing air filters and inspecting mechanical rooms.
• Install bulletin boards, signage, and basic fixtures as assigned.
• Utilize the electronic work order system to receive, complete, and document assigned tasks.
• Assist Mechanic Technicians and maintenance staff with plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and other trade-related repairs as needed and as trained.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas and storage locations.
• Follow all safety procedures, departmental policies, and university guidelines.
• Provide professional and courteous customer service when interacting with staff, residents, and summer conference guests.

Benefits

• On-the-job training
• Hands-on experience working alongside skilled facilities professionals in a university housing environment.
• Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed