Facilities Student Associate (Work Study)

Job Posting Title:

Facilities Student Associate (Work Study)

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Hiring Department:

Fariborz Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

15

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Sep 12, 2025

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 31, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

Job Details:

General

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest numbers of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care.

Purpose

We are seeking a reliable and motivated student employee to assist full-time staff with a variety of facilities-related tasks. The position supports the operational needs of the department and may include work in laboratories, offices, and various working conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine building inspections and report any issues to full-time staff
• Support inventory management, including tracking, organizing
• Perform cleaning tasks in lab spaces, particularly in concrete mixing.
• Aid in item decontamination and preparation for surplus disposal
• Help with office and furniture clean-outs, including sorting, moving, and organizing materials
• Contribute to various small projects as assigned by staff (e.g., room setups, minor repairs, painting)
• Safely lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds- Use dolly or team member to lift or move heavier items.
• Support Building department's high-volume shipping & receiving operations, ensuring quality customer service to all departmental constituents. Contact receivers for package pickup.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Currently enrolled student in good academic standing
• Strong attention to detail

• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions carefully
• Capable of performing physical labor, including lifting and moving heavy objects
• Comfortable working in lab and facilities environments
• Dependable, Punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds or more
• Must be able to climb stairs and walk between buildings

Salary Range

• $15 per hour

Working Conditions

• May involve lifting, standing, bending, or kneeling for extended periods
• Climbing of stairs and ladders
• Use of manual dexterity
• May work in all weather conditions
• May work around chemicals, electrical and mechanical hazards
• May work around standard office conditions

Work Shift:

• Up to 19 hours per week; Flexible hours M-F 8am- 3pm
• May require availability during peak project times (e.g., end of semester, lab turnover)

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Letter of interest
• 3 references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor or professor
• Work Study Verification

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Employment Eligibility:

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, colo