Maintenance Worker I

The Department of Facilities Management supports the mission of the University
of Denvers physical resources in order to provide a healthy and safe
educational environment for campus community through services of the
departments of Capital Projects and Planning, Facilities Management,
Parking & Mobility Services, Auxiliaries & Real Estate, and Business
& Operatio

Position Summary

With general supervision from the foreman, this position performs repairs
and maintenance at a semi-skilled level in multiple trade areas.

Essential Functions

In addition to following the University of Denvers policies and
procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Performs work at unlicensed trade level in areas such as electrical,
plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting.
Installs and/or replaces the following: ceiling tile, suspended
ceilings, floor tile, ceramic tile, steel studs, sheetrock, plastic
laminate, screens, drapery rods, door hardware, brick work,
concrete, painting and patching, shelving, pumps, motors, filters,
electrical switches, receptacles and ballasts.
Operates power equipment that includes power saws, sanders, drill
presses and other equipment as required.
When requested, reports for emergency snow removal, times can vary but
tend to early AM. Removes snow from walks, steps, ramps, and parking
lots by power equipment or shovel.
Assists other trades that require a specific license or certification.
Changes filters and lubricates equipment.
Moves various equipment, supplies, and furniture.
Drives to sites with tools and equipment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to read and interpret documents such as material safety data
sheets, operating manuals, and work orders.
Ability to communicate effectively with University customers (students,
staff, faculty and visitors).
Basic math skills required when measuring and performing take offs for
miscellaneous jobs.
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral
and diagrams or schedule form.
Ability to assess quickly a variety of data in emergencies in order to
develop effective solutions.
Must be knowledgeable of related OSHA and EPA regulations.
Proficient in the use of computers and software applications.
Reads blueprints and works from sketches, layouts or penciled drawings.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weights and measure areas
and board feet.
Required Qualifications

A high school diploma or G.E.D.
One year experience in one or more out of the five following trades;
carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC and electrical trades.
Must possess a valid Colorado Drivers License and be insurable under
University guidelines.
Pass a pre-employment physical exam, and lift 100 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications

Three years experience in three out of the five following trades;
carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC and electrical trades.
Familiar working with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)
software, including WebTMA.
Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works:
near moving mechanical parts, in outside weather conditions where they are
exposed to wet, humid, and hot and cold conditions, around
electricity, with chemicals and around fumes or airborne particles.
Occasionally while performing the duties of this job, the employee
works: in high places from extension ladders and scaffolding and in confined
spaces.
The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to high, but is
usually moderate.
Unexpected interruptions often occur, and stress level is moderate to high.
Physical Activities

Moderate to strenuous physical effort is required.
This position requires extended periods of standing, walking, using
hands to handle, hold and contro tools and objects, reaching with arms,
stooping, kneeling or crawling.
This job also requires pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying of objects
of up to 100 lbs.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to
adjust focus. Needs to identify and distinguish color.
Should be able to wear approved OSHA respirators.
Work Schedule

Sunday – Thursday 8:00am – 4:30pm.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Special Instructions

Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only