Trades Helper

Arizona State UniversityTempe, AZ
Hybrid

About The Position

Facilities Management, Tempe campus, seeks a Trades Helper to assist trades employees with daily activities on assigned jobs. Serves as a certified trades worker in a basic area to ensure proper installation, modification, and repair of related systems.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  • Must possess a valid Arizona driver's license (minimum of Class D) upon employment and maintain throughout employment.
  • Post-offer of employment, selected candidate must possess an acceptable driving record which is 5 or fewer points in the most recent 39-month period from date of hire.
  • Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Nice To Haves

  • Completion of one year vocational training; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.
  • Experience in using equipment (e.g. hand tools, power washer, wrenches, torches, meters, gauges, etc.)
  • Experience in roofing work (e.g. installation, maintenance and repair of roofing systems)
  • Experience in concrete work (e.g. installation, maintenance and repair of concrete systems)
  • Experience in changing filters
  • Experience in cleaning up job sites (e.g. vacuuming, sweeping, wiping down surfaces, etc.)
  • Experience in customer service
  • Knowledge of commercial and/or industrial general maintenance
  • Knowledge of facilities trades including roofing, concrete, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC
  • Knowledge of basic computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Word, Outlook Email)
  • Evidence of effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • May assist other trades such as Roofing, Concrete, Air Filter Service, HVAC, decorative fountains etc.
  • Assist trades employees with daily activities on assigned jobs.
  • Clean and/or perform minor repairs on equipment.
  • Collect and deliver materials and equipment needed on the job site.
  • Perform clean-up activities as jobs are completed.
  • Communicate frequently with occupants and team members regarding work activities and timelines.
  • Interact effectively with customers and students of diverse backgrounds.
  • Clearly communicate verbally, read, write, see and hear to perform essential functions.

Benefits

  • 22 days of accrued vacation leave, 12 days of accrued sick leave and 10 paid holidays annually for all staff.
  • Tuition Reduction Program for staff members, their spouses, and dependents, available on day one.
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child
  • Affordable benefits package including dental, vision, and life insurance benefits.
  • Retirement program designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement which includes Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
  • Paid time for volunteer and professional development
  • Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings
  • Disability and leave program for income protection
  • Free and confidential Employee Assistance services, helping to manage personal difficulties or life challenges
  • ASU Discounts to sports/events along with discounts with ASU partnerships
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