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STUDENT HOUSING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST

$15 per hour

UAB Medicine

STUDENT HOUSING MAINTENANCE SPECIALIST
The University of Alabama at Birmingham

General Responsibilities:
The Department of Student Housing and Residence Life serves over 3200 students who reside in 6 residence halls and over 2500 summer guests. UAB Campus Dining spans 15 food venues and over 200,000 square feet of service and preparation space. As part of the Student Housing and Dining Facilities team this position primarily is responsible for conducting inspections of residential and dining spaces, completing student and staff work orders ranging a variety of trades including janitorial, sanitation, carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire and life safety and keys/security systems. This position reports directly to the Assistant Director of Student Housing and Dining Facilities.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:
1. Assist the Student Housing and Dining Facilities team in daily upkeep, preservation, and restoration of all student apartments, common areas, and dining venues.
2. Respond to student and staff maintenance requests as assigned.
3. Maintain a variety of furniture within residential and dining spaces.
4. Assist in removal, relocation, and repair/replacement of furniture as needed.
5. Perform basic service and preventative maintenance on a variety of small appliances and equipment; troubleshoot equipment problems and identify when appropriate to replace items.
6. Perform routine inspections of all facilities, including common areas, stairwells, and building exterior, to identify and report damage or areas in need of repair or refurbishment.
7. Coordinate with Student Housing and Dining Facilities Leadership in identification and scheduling of special projects and on-going preventative maintenance throughout facilities.
8. Manage inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment to ensure continuous availability and report stock deficiencies to leadership.
9. Perform pest control solutions when necessary.
10. Operate department vehicles and be responsible for vehicles safe operation and reporting any observed maintenance needs (must have a valid driver's license, complete training courses, and possess an acceptable driving record prior to operating department vehicles).
11. Operate power tools and equipment with small engines/motors.
12. Work with outside vendors, serving as a liaison for contracted services including, but not limited to custodial, furnishings, finishes, and construction projects/repairs to ensure accuracy and evaluate quality of work.
13. Respond to university emergencies and closures including adverse weather to ensure that all facilities are protected and remain operational.
14. Assist with tasks required in preparing to open facilities after a closure, including snow and ice removal, systems and equipment checks, and start-up operations as assigned.
15. Know and understand all safety procedures of the University and Student Housing department.
16. Assist in structural safety inspections.
17. Clean and maintain equipment and tools routinely and as directed by leadership.
18. Participate in training sessions and staff meetings as required.
19. Performs other duties as assigned.

Starting Hourly Pay Rate: $15.00 (commensurate with experience and qualifications)

Qualifications



Minimum Requirements:
High School diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience required.


This position has no supervisory responsibilities. REQUIRED DATES EVENTS Additional hours beyond 40 per week and a blackout on vacation days may be required during peak business times, including Move-in and Move-out weeks (typically mid- to late-August and late-April to early-May).


Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work productively both independently and as part of a team as required
• Maintain a clean work site and area that minimally interferes with university operations
• Knowledge and adherence to basic occupational health and safety precautions and guidelines

Work Environment:
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors with exposure to various weather conditions.

Physical Requirements:
Position involves frequent bending, standing, kneeling, walking significant distances between and withing buildings, climbing stairs and ladders, reaching below and above shoulders, working in confined spaces, and lifting and carrying of heavy objects and equipment (up to fifty pounds) while performing job duties. Wrist, hand and finger dexterity is required to operate various equipment and materials.


UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
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