Trades / Maintenance Worker 1

University of Oregon•Charleston, OR

104d•$18 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

The Trades Maintenance Worker 1 supports maintenance and facilities operations at the University of Oregon’s Oregon Institute of Marine Biology campus in Charleston, Oregon. The position assists with routine maintenance and repair work across trades such as carpentry, painting, plumbing, and basic mechanical systems, under the guidance of higher-level staff. The role provides general support for facilities and grounds upkeep, including minor repairs, surface preparation for painting, moving materials and equipment, pressure washing, landscaping, debris removal, furniture and fixture repairs, basic shop support, and classroom or lab setup. Work is performed independently on assigned tasks and as part of a team, with direction from the Facilities Manager or higher-level maintenance staff. The worker follows established procedures while developing skills across multiple trades and interacts with faculty, staff, and students while responding to maintenance needs and supporting campus operations. Work takes place in varied indoor and outdoor environments, including inclement coastal weather and physically demanding conditions. The position may occasionally assist with campus safety checks and support essential operations during emergencies or inclement weather. The position may require driving a university vehicle; a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain UO Driver’s Certification are typically required.

Requirements

One year of general building maintenance experience in one or more of the following trade areas: carpentry, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, and/or welding.
Typically requires a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain UO Driver’s Certification if driving a university vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Experience with basic preventive maintenance in commercial buildings.
Experience working in educational facilities.

Responsibilities

Assist with routine maintenance and repairs across multiple trades, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and basic mechanical systems.
Support general facilities and grounds upkeep, including minor repairs, preparing surfaces for painting, moving materials and equipment, pressure washing, landscaping, and debris removal.
Assist with furniture and fixture repairs, basic shop support, and classroom or lab setup.
Carry out assigned tasks independently and as part of a team, following established procedures and guidance from the Facilities Manager or higher-level maintenance staff.
Respond to maintenance needs and support campus operations while interacting with faculty, staff, and students.
Occasionally assist with campus safety checks and support essential operations during emergencies or inclement weather.