What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buildings Technician position at Missouri Western State University?
We invite qualified Maintenance individuals to apply for our Buildings Technician – opening. Our Physical Plant team cares for the University buildings and grounds. Enjoy steady, year round work in a great environment! Missouri Western State University offers great benefits including retirement and generous paid time off.
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Physical Plant, the Buildings Technician performs a variety of general maintenance and repairs to ensure all university buildings remain in good physical condition.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Physical Plant, the Buildings Technician performs a variety of general maintenance and repairs to ensure all university buildings remain in good physical condition.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
- Use a variety of trade practices associated with occupations such as carpentry, painting, roofing, concrete finishing, welding, and related trades to perform work involving maintenance of building structures.
- Drywall installation and repair.
- Basic carpentry and repair.
- Install or repair interior ceilings and floor coverings
- Use gasoline or diesel powered equipment such as forklift, skid loader, dump trucks, zero turn mowers, weed eaters and chainsaws to complete projects.
- Assist with snow removal.
- Assist with special events; set-up and tear down
- Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the University’s discretion.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Representative, but not all-inclusive, of knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the job competently.
- Basic ability to tape, mud, and paint drywall and other surfaces
- Basic framing skills using wood or steel studs
- Abilities to install, maintain and repair mechanical locks and key cylinders
- Able to create keys for distribution
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED
- One-year post-secondary trade school or vocational in one or more of the listed trades
- OR three years’ experience directly related to one or more of the listed trades.
- A valid driver’s license is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Commercial Driver’s License
- Experience with electronic key systems
Physical Demands
Heavy Work:
- Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, and work space restrictions.
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Additional Demands
Overtime and essential demands on time as commonly associated with this position. (evening/weekends/essential personnel)
Hours of Work
M-F 7:00 am-3:30 pm
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S688P
Open Date
05/10/2025
Priority Deadline
Open Until Filled
Yes
