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West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), a part of the WVU System of campuses located in Beckley, WV, is seeking applications for the position of Maintenance Worker.
Applying to this position today allows you to be considered for multiple Maintenance Worker openings available at WVU. Please be sure to answer the prescreening questions when submitting your application so that we can filter your application to the correct supervisory teams/ locations based on your employment preferences.
About the Opportunity
As a Maintenance Worker, under the direction of WVU Tech Beckley Campus, Associate Director of Facilities, provides a leadership role for a variety of support services in order to maintain the interior appearance of institutional buildings and the surrounding exterior appearance of the grounds. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques and safety requirements with some judgment required to interpret instructions.
- Operate various hand and power tools in the performance of duties such as rakes, shovels, lawn mowers, weed-eater, etc. as needed.
- Dig holes and trenches and spread and level dirt, gravel and concrete to assist in the installation of traffic signs, irrigation/ drainage systems and concrete structures.
- Assist in the performance of general painting duties as instructed, such as painting walls, ceilings, trim, and furniture using enamel/latex paints with brushes, rollers, and low pressure sprayers; patch and prepare surfaces for painting, to include finishing drywall or similar tasks requiring basic painting skills.
- Operate as a first responder on the weekends for odors, leaks, electrical failures and plumbing related failures.
- Respond to building maintenance requests and repair various equipment as needed, including, but not limited to, electrical repairs, such as replacing switches, lamps, ballasts, outlets and breaker resets.
- Clean and maintain the interior appearance of all buildings, including classrooms, offices, laboratories, student housing,public areas, etc. by sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets, rugs, and upholstery; dusting and polishing furniture; washing and cleaning walls, ceilings, doors, windows; washing graffiti from walls, lockers, bathroom stalls and doors; and performing other related internal cleaning activities.
- Review requests for set-ups, move tables, chairs, AV or any other items necessary for campus event or program.
- Cleanup afterwards and move furniture back to storage room.
- Be required to drive/operate motor vehicle(s).
Work Schedule: Mon & Fri 7:30am to 5:15pm and Sat & Sun 7:30am -6:30pm
WVU provides competitive wages for its employees and takes related experience and education into consideration when determining appropriate salary. We also offer full time employees a comprehensive benefits package, 12 paid holidays and generous paid time off, as well as many other discounts and services. Learn more about available benefits for full time employees at . (Some part time positions may also qualify for benefits. Temporary roles are not benefits-eligible)
Please note: This is a pool requisition so your application will be considered for all current Maintenance Worker openings. If you are selected to move forward in the hiring process, your application will be moved to a specific Maintenance Worker opening.
- Education: High school diploma or GED
- Experience: 3- 6 months of experience in general building maintenance.
- Valid driver's license.
- Physical requirements include ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.
From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.
Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU's academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.
To learn more about West Virginia University, visit . View current career opportunities at .
West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.