Maintenance Worker, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

Position Summary

With general supervision from the foreman, this position performs repairs and maintenance at a semi-skilled level in multiple trade areas.

In addition to following the University of Denver’s policies and procedures, principal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Performs work at unlicensed trade level in areas such as, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and painting.
• Installs and / or replaces the following : ceiling tile, suspended ceilings, floor tile, ceramic tile, steel studs, sheetrock, plastic laminate, screens, drapery rods, door hardware, brick work, concrete, painting and patching, shelving, pumps, motors, filters, electrical switches, receptacles and ballasts.
• Operates power equipment that includes power saws, sanders, drill presses and other equipment as required.
• When requested, reports for emergency snow removal, times can vary but tend to early AM. Removes snow from walks, steps, ramps, and parking lots by power equipment or shovel.
• Assists other trades that require a specific license or certification.
• Changes filters and lubricates equipment.
• Moves various equipment, supplies, and furniture.
• Drives to sites with tools and equipment.

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as material safety data sheets, operating manuals, and work orders.
• Ability to communicate effectively with University customers (students, staff, faculty and visitors)
• Basic math skills required when measuring, and performing take offs for miscellaneous jobs.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral and diagrams or schedule form.
• Ability to assess quickly a variety of data in emergencies in order to develop effective solutions.
• Must be knowledgeable of related OSHA and EPA regulations. Proficient in the use of computers and software applications. Reads blueprints and works from sketches, layouts or penciled drawings.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as weights and measure areas and board feet.

• A high school diploma or
• One year experience in one or more out of the five following trades; carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC and electrical trades.
• Must possess a valid Colorado Drivers License and be insurable under University guidelines.
• Pass a pre-employment physical exam, and lift 100 lbs.

• Familiar working with Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software, including WebTMA.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works : near moving mechanical parts, in outside weather conditions where they are exposed to wet, humid, and hot and cold conditions, around electricity, with chemicals and around fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally while performing the duties of this job, the employee works : in high places from extension ladders and scaffolding and in confined spaces.
• The noise level in the work environment ranges from low to high, but is usually moderate.
• Unexpected interruptions often occur, and stress level is moderate to high.

• Moderate to strenuous physical effort is required.
• This position requires extended periods of standing, walking, using hands to handle, hold and control tools and objects, reaching with arms, stooping, kneeling or crawling. This job also requires pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying of objects of up to 100 lbs.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to

adjust focus. Needs to identify and distinguish color.

• Should be able to wear approved OSHA respirators.

Sunday through Thursday 9 : 00 am to 5 : 30 pm

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Candidates must apply online through to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.

The salary grade for the position is 03.

The hourly rate for the position is $

The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.

The University of Denver offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO pass. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference. Learn more about the University of Denver.