Maintenance Worker, Elevator Shop

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
United States, Texas, Dallas
5323 Harry Hines Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 15, 2024
WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN? With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career! BENEFITS UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits! JOB SUMMARY Works under immediate supervision to serve as helper and assist journeyman in performance of variety of maintenance and repair work in the elevator shop; may assist one or more craft or trade areas. The ideal candidate has strong technical, mechanical, and electrical troubleshooting skills. Auto mechanics, technical and installation technicians encouraged to apply. Work Location: Dallas Campus; assist other UTSW locations as needed. Shift Requirement: Availability between 6:30am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. May require some work outside of regular schedule on occasion. QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION Required Education minimum 8th grade graduation. Licenses and Certifications (DRIVERS) DRIVERS LICENSE Must have and maintain a State of Texas driver's license. Preferred Experience 2 years experience in performing variety of semi-skilled maintenance and repair work preferred. *INCLUDE CURRENT RESUME WITH YOUR APPLICATION SUBMITTED* ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Job Duties Installs and/or repairs locks, door closures and window shades. Performs rough painting, concrete laying and patch plastering. Assists plumbers by unstopping sinks, commodes, hand basins, and sewer lines. Performs semi-skilled tasks in construction, repair and maintenance of wooden structures and articles. Makes minor repairs and adjustments to electrical equipment and appliances. Assists with the replacement of belts, filters, couplings, gaskets, pulleys, bearings and motors on a variety of mechanical equipment utilizing the tools of the trade. Assists with the repairs and/or replacement of valves, fittings, pipes, controls, heat exchangers and associated components of steam, chill water and hot water systems. Makes minor adjustments to equipment such as belt and pulley alignments, coupling alignments and ensuring that mechanical areas are kept clean and tidy. Monitors and maintains equipment daily while performing general maintenance tasks such as corrosion control and painting. Assists other shops with clean-ups and general support as needed. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Basic knowledge of use and safety with hand tools and power Work requires ability to use tools of trade in which work is to be performed. Work requires attention to avoid injury to self and others. Work requires walking, bending, climbing, lifting up to 50 lbs., pulling/pushing equipment up to 50 lbs. PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS Physical Demands Bending/Leaning Over Climbing Lifting Pulling Pushing Walking Working Conditions Atmospheric Conditions Laboratory Setting Office Setting Outdoors SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT Security This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information. EEO Statement UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Benefits UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include: PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare - no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!