Maintenance A Worker - Multiple Shifts

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

Perform routine maintenance as assigned by supervisor and work orders turned in by building occupants. Will be responsible for all building components including electrical, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, and all general maintenance duties. Based on staffing needs, specific trade experience may be required as a primary focus.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Service Calls & Emergency Response - This position is oriented towards customer service. The candidate must be able to prioritize workloads for appropriate response times to service requests. The candidate must be able to recognize when additional resources are needed, and how to request additional support

Plumbing- must have the ability to perform basic plumbing repairs inside a complex. This includes reading and comprehending as-built drawings. Must be capable of locating isolation valves and performing the following: sweating of copper lines, replacement of faucets, stems and washers. Must be proficient in PVC repair as well as opening stopped waste lines.

HVAC - Must have the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and repair the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning systems within a multi-building complex. A fundamental understanding of and ability to operate building automation systems is required.

Electrical - This position requires a basic understanding of the principles of electricity. Candidate must have the ability of identifying high and low voltage systems and know the proper safety procedures for each. Candidate should be capable of bending conduit, replacing ballasts, switches, and ability to troubleshoot using a meter.

Carpentry and Painting - The candidate must have the ability to perform small wall construction, patching, drywall repairs, and application of paint to blend the repair into existing finishes.

Working Conditions

Hours differ dependent upon position.

This position requires physical work including bending and standing for long periods of time, ladders, and heights, lifting up to 75 pounds, using heavy equipment and traveling to on- and off-campus locations.

This position may be exposed to labs, animal areas, loud noise, chemicals, and temperatures based on weather.

***Benefits for this position are in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement with IUOE Local 148. Union employees receive health, retirement, and tuition benefits, as well as sick time and paid vacation.

Hourly Salary: $32.23 per hour

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification.

Must have a State of Missouri Class E or above driver's license or the equivalent from another state prior to employment.

24-hour availability for emergencies and willingness to work overtime.

Preferred Qualifications

Technical school training in maintenance/trade related courses strongly preferred.

Two years of experience within a facilities environment or contractor

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.

Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with a job.

Function

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.