Department: Intercollegiate Athletics
Classification: Trades/Maintenance Worker 1
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $16.60 - $21.96 per hour
FTE: 1.0

Review of Applications Begins

October 14, 2024; position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide a resume that clearly outlines relevant work history, including dates of employment. These details are crucial in evaluating whether applicants meet the qualifications for the position.

Department Summary

The University of Oregon Intercollegiate Athletic Department's primary purpose is to provide a unique opportunity for student-athletes to be developed, tested, and encouraged to reach their maximum potential in every aspect of their lives. It is the steadfast goal of the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to provide the most outstanding student-athlete experience by helping them to achieve excellence, both in the classroom and in their chosen sport. The department has approximately 250 administrative & classified employees and hosts over 600,000 spectators annually and represents the University of Oregon in athletic competition with other universities & colleges.

Position Summary

The Trades Maintenance Worker 1 works as part of a team, performing a wide variety of routine & semiskilled work assisting other skilled trades' people in the upkeep and maintenance of athletic department facilities. Tasks vary. They Include but are not limited to - plumbing, carpentry, painting, building maintenance & event support. The primary responsibility of this position will be Autzen Stadium, Casanova Center, Moshofsky, and PK Park. As events arise duties may be assigned at Hayward Field, Jane Sanders Stadium, Jaqua Center, McArthur Court, or as assigned by supervisor. Work includes general labor, painting, plumbing, carpentry, equipment maintenance/repair, routine electrical work that does not require a license, the care of sports surfaces, and tasks assigned by the supervisor. Work tasks are performed both inside the facilities and outside on the grounds/fields/parking lots and spectator seating areas.

This position is also part of the Essential Services group who are required to safely respond during emergency or unusual circumstances. Working closely with other staff members, facility occupants, users, and visitors to complete tasks requires the ability to effectively provide customer service.

Working environment:
• Indoors, outdoors, and In inclement weather when necessary
• Heavy lifting overhead, ascending and descending stairs
• Heights utilizing ladders, scaffolds, scissor lifts, and other above-ground locations such as roofs
• Dust, odors, and high levels of noise and occasionally working In and around chemicals and caustic compounds
• Personal protection devices such as face masks and rubber gloves
• Prolonged physical labor, walking, bending, climbing, and stooping
• Operate and respond to a 2-way radio

Special Requirements:
• Ability to obtain UO driver's certification within 90 days of employment and maintain throughout employment with the Athletic Department
• Ability to obtain UO forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift certification within 6 months of employment

The work schedule is typically Sunday - Thursday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. At times this position will require a flexible schedule with varying hours.

Minimum Requirements

• The equivalent combination of one year of facility and grounds maintenance experience

Professional Competencies

• Perform duties in a way that advances and supports the mission of the department and university
• Work effectively In a diverse team environment and create effective relationships for problem-solving and positive interactions
• Demonstrated ability to pay close attention to detail
• Ability to maintain a safe and safety-conscious workplace
• Ability to maintain a respectful workplace and model a positive and proactive attitude
• Ability to provide superior customer service
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions

Preferred Qualifications

• Athletic field maintenance
• Irrigation repair experience or large grounds maintenance
• Knowledge of large facility key management system
• Familiarity with custodial responsibilities/skills for large event clean up
• Knowledge of Pest Control processes and procedures
• Familiarity with City of Eugene Storm Drain filter inspection procedures
• Work history showing three consecutive years facilities maintenance work experience In Higher Education, medical facility or large manufacturing facility, or similar

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit https://hr.uoregon.edu/about-benefits.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please contact us at uocareers@uoregon.edu or 541-346-5112.

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