Maintenance Assistant - Building Maintenance

Maintenance Assistant - Building Maintenance

The University Athletic Association at the University of Florida is searching for a Maintenance Assistant to assist in the overall general maintenance of the buildings and facilities of the UAA. Performs plumbing repairs and maintenance, rough carpentry work, painting, hanging signage, and minor electrical work. This position requires the incumbent to work in a customer-based environment while presenting a positive attitude towards both internal and external customers; engage effectively with others of diverse cultures or backgrounds; and work a non-standard work week which may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.

This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is chosen.

Required Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED One year of general maintenance experience Valid driver's license

Preferred Qualifications: Carpentry or woodworking experience

Comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to health, dental, life, LTD, AD&D, pension plan (upon eligibility), athletic event tickets, employee events and recognition programs. Competitive compensation package commensurate with candidate's previous experience and qualifications.

Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date, but no offer of employment will be extended until after the position closes. Once an official offer is extended and accepted, the candidate will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification Form I-9 and will be contingent on satisfactory background screening results. The candidate will also be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove identity and authorization to work in the United States without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. The University Athletic Association, Inc. is an at-will employer, a separate company from the University of Florida and not a state employer. WE ARE PROUD TO BE A DRUG FREE TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.