Maintenance Assistant

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
You can expect to learn skills such as maintenance techniques, time management, conflict resolution, balancing priorities, attention to detail, interpersonal communication, customer service experience, and working with people from diverse backgrounds and working as part of a team.  Although your job in Finance & Operations may not be directly related to your future profession, the skills you learn here will help you in your chosen career path and give you valuable work experience to strengthen your resume.
BASIC FUNCTION
This position involves a range of tasks related to maintenance work. These tasks include both skilled and semi-skilled activities, such as replacing air filters and handling more complex maintenance duties when collaborating with trades. Employees in this role will have the opportunity to gain valuable experience in maintaining various mechanical systems across campus.
RESPONSIBILITIES
• Preform air filter changes under direct supervision.
• Clean and organize mechanical rooms.
• Test eyewash and safety showers.
• Perform special projects as assigned.
• Assist area mechanics, electricians, pipefitters, and ESMs as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
• Registered UI student.
• Valid driver’s license and meet Fleet Safety Standards
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check
• Must be able to make a one-year commitment.  
• Must be in sophomore standing or above.
• Demonstrated professionalism, organization, and communication/customer service skills necessary.  
• Experience with computer systems, preferably Microsoft Office.  
• Experience in a construction or maintenance work environment preferred.

WORK HOURS
• This position is limited to up to 20 hours per week during the academic sessions. May work up to 40 hours per week during academic breaks.
• Availability from 8:00 – 4:30 Monday – Friday.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
• Basic University of Iowa online compliance training
• First Aid class if not already certified.