Location

ST. LOUIS, MO 63130

Scheduled Hours

40

Position Summary

Under general supervision of the Zone Manager, the Basic Mechanic performs basic multi-craft maintenance, operation, and repair of commercial/academic and multi-tenant building systems. Multi-craft maintenance activities may include working with various heating and cooling systems, plumbing, electrical work, paint and carpentry.

This position is a member of the collective bargaining unit, Local #148 International Union of Operating Engineers, AFL-CIO.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Assists with troubleshooting, repairing and maintaining equipment and systems in order to support the teaching and research mission of the University.

• Proactively identifies, communicates, prioritizes and addresses needs without direction when appropriate.

• Responds to work orders and other requests in a timely, efficient, competent, knowledgeable and friendly manner.

• Maintains data per departmental policy.

• Utilizes materials, supplies, tools and other University property in a safe, productive manner.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Must be willing to provide one’s own hand tools.

• Ability to travel to various on- and off-campus locations.

Physical Effort

• Capable of doing extensive walking, climbing stairs/ladders, lifting/carrying up to 50 lbs. and other similar physical activity.

Equipment

• Simple hand tools.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

A diploma, certification or degree is not required.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A Class E (MO) or Class D (IL) license and a good driving record are required for this position.

More About This Job

Required Qualifications:

• Must be able to obtain a Missouri Class E Driver’s License by the end of the probationary period and cannot drive University owned vehicles until Class E Driver’s License is obtained.

We are recruiting for first and second shifts.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Vocational Diploma - specific trade or career

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

Working In A Particular Craft Or Multi-Craft Position (5 Years)

Skills:

Carpentry, Detail-Oriented, Effective Written Communication, Electrical Diagnostics, Electrical Maintenance, Electrical Repair, HVAC Controls, HVAC Maintenance, HVAC Repair, HVAC Systems, Interpersonal Communication, Light Plumbing, Microsoft Office, Plumbing, Plumbing Codes, Prioritization, Problem Solving

Grade

UF00

Salary Range

$30.47

The salary rate for this position is determined by the current union contract. Please note that there may be salary differentials for working second or third shifts.

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