Part-Time General Maintenance Worker

Maintenance Worker

Support the goals and vision of Utah State University Maintenance Department by carrying out repairs and modifications to campus equipment and facilities that will improve safety, quality, and productivity and prolong the useful life of University assets.

This position works approximately 20-29 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Assist all members with repairs or modifications to University equipment or property according to requirements prioritized by the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain electrical and mechanical equipment, such as but not limited to: engines, motors, air and water systems, using schematics, diagrams, sketches, manufacturer's repair specifications and tools such as hand tools, power tools, hoists and forklift trucks.
• Responsible for completing preventative maintenance routines and taking corrective action as needed.
• Responsible for University-wide maintenance requirements, report or recommend needed steps or, in the case of emergencies, take necessary action.
• Maintain the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follow prescribed safety regulations as per OSHA and University standards.
• Actively participate in continuous improvement activities.
• Work required overtime as needed in emergent situations.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid driver's license to perform essential job responsibilities, such as driving university vehicles and transporting materials.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Exceptional listener and communicator who effectively conveys information verbally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple projects.
• Ability to adapt to changing conditions or work assignments.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and an ability to build rapport with a diverse workforce in multicultural settings.
• Team player who excels at building trusting relationships with customers and co-workers.
• Productive worker with solid work ethic who exerts effort in successfully completing tasks.
• Dependable, responsible contributor committed to excellence and success.
• Self-starter who takes initiative with minimal supervision.
• Willingness to learn new skills or techniques.
• Must be dependable and reliable.
• Must be willing to work as part of a team.

Required Documents

Along with the online application, please attach:

• Resume to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
• Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application
• Answer the following during your application:
  • This position works approximately 20-29 hours per week, Monday through Friday, between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Are you available to work within this schedule?
  • This position is based on the USU Eastern Price campus. Do you have access to reliable transportation that will allow you to arrive at work on time for scheduled shifts?
  • Do you possess a valid driver's license and have a driving record that would allow you to operate university vehicles?
  • This position requires performing physical tasks such as lifting up to 75 pounds, climbing ladders, operating equipment, and working indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Are you able to perform these essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation?

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Advertised Salary

$11.00 to $12.00/hour, commensurate on experience

ADA

This position requires considerable physical activity. Employees must have sufficient strength to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position including heavy lifting (up to 75 lbs.) and/or pushing and pulling of heavy objects. Employees must be prepared to assume uncomfortable positions, such as crawling, kneeling, and squatting. Employees work outside and will not be protected from weather conditions, including extreme cold and extreme heat for extended periods. Employees will be climbing ladders and operating equipment.

Employees are exposed to hazardous conditions including, noise, vibrations from machinery, moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, elevated work spaces, such as scaffolding, and atmospheric conditions that can affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, and poor ventilation.

University Highlights

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 202526, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.

*updated 07/2026

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