Scheduled Hours

37.5

Position Summary

This position provides facilities maintenance for Tyson Research Center, the environmental field station of WashU in St. Louis. Duties include general maintenance of site facilities and equipment including roads and fences, buildings and limited utilities, mowing and landscaping, vehicle repair, maintaining field research sites, and assisting researchers with technical and logistical aspects of their research as needed.

This position makes decisions that affect the environment, research, teaching, and the safety of users of Tyson resources. Recommends/determines supplies and materials required for jobs, materials to have on hand, or when to seek assistance (may consult first with working supervisor).

Job Description

• Operate tractors, backhoe, dump truck and other machinery and tools as needed to grade and maintain roads, culverts, fields and roadsides, mow fields and maintain other resources.
• Perform facilities and utilities maintenance, diagnostics and repairs, including plumbing, sewer, electrical, locksmithing, carpentry, painting, HVAC systems, roofing and cleaning.
• Maintain, service and/or repair vehicles and other equipment.
• Assist with research, field experiments and other projects as needed, including building structures or other needed items.
• Determine, purchase and pick up necessary materials and supplies.
• Other duties as needed.

Working Conditions
Job Location/Working Conditions

• Work outside during all seasons and weather conditions.
• Often on foot and in difficult terrain.
• Comfort using hand tools, power equipment, 4WD vehicles, and off-road vehicles.

Physical Effort

• Typically standing or walking.
• Typically bending, crouching, stooping.
• Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement.
• Using tools requiring high dexterity.
• Frequent lifting 25 lbs or more.
• Ability to lift 80 lbs and competently operate a variety of construction, road, heavy and light power equipment and hand tools.

Equipment

• Office equipment.
• Simple hand tools.
• Heavy equipment (buffers, mowers, forklift, etc.).

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:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

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

Work Experience:

Multiple Trades (8 Years)

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in working with educational or not-for-profit organizations or field stations.
• CPR/First Aid certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

First Aid CPR/AED - American Red Cross

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Construction Equipment, Cross Trades, Heavy Equipments, Keenness to Learn, Power Equipment, Self Motivation, Sound Judgment, Teamwork, Working Independently

Grade

G10-H

Salary Range

Base pay is commensurate with experience.

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.