Job Description

University of Utah Job Description

Job Summary

Assists with various building projects and performs associated coordination tasks.

Qualifications

One year of related experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience); demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience; familiarity with the physical plant; and, demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills required.

Familiarity with department organization, objectives and policies and procedures is preferred.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Essential Functions

1. Coordinates building maintenance and repair with Campus Facilities Maintenance Division.
2. Assists in coordination of remodeling and construction to achieve minimal disruption of services.
3. Assembles, disassembles and relocates shelving, furniture and equipment.
4. Locates and pulls books and other library material from existing shelves, sorting and interfiling classified materials in proper order.
5. May lead a hands-on team of up to 20 part-time employees in accomplishing the above tasks, and is responsible for setting deadlines and ensuring they are met.

Problem Solving

Must be able to organize, motivate and direct a team of workers; work with simple hand tools; understand written and oral instructions. Must be familiar with or be willing and able to learn the Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems.

Comments

Must have the ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted, and push a loaded book truck.