Trades/Maintenance Worker 1

Position Details
Position Information
Department
College of Forestry Adm (FOR)
Classification Title
Trades/Maintenance Worker 1
Job Title
Trades/Maintenance Worker 1
Appointment Type
Classified Staff
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Employment Category
Regular
Job Summary
This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time Trades/Maintenance Worker 1 position for the College of Forestry at Oregon State University (OSU).
The College of Forestry Projects and Maintenance Shop assists faculty, staff, students, and researchers in building, maintaining, and troubleshooting the products and equipment needed to achieve the educational and research mission of the college. This Tradesperson position is part of a technical support team that ensures the specialized equipment, general spaces, and laboratories required for faculty, scientists, and students are adequately maintained and fully functional. The Tradesperson is considered a jack/jill-of-all-trades.
The Tradesperson may work at on-campus or off-campus facilities and field sites to perform routine maintenance, repair, construction, and support duties for buildings, research equipment and machinery, vehicles, building operating systems, and grounds. The Tradesperson consults with lead tradespeople to determine the best methods and sequence of tasks to accomplish assigned duties efficiently and effectively.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:
Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
60% Building and Building Systems Repair and Maintenance
Under the guidance of a skilled or journey-level tradesperson, the incumbent performs maintenance and repair activities and assists with remodel projects on College/Forest/Rental buildings, operating systems, and structures, including:

• Plumbing Activities: assists in the installation of new plumbing, including pipes, drains, tubs, faucets, and other plumbing fixtures and equipment; makes simple repairs on old plumbing, such as renewing washers and valves; cleans and opens drains and other water lines.
• Carpentry Activities: assists in general maintenance and construction work of a simple nature, such as building fences, repairing sheds and similar structures, installing shelves, hanging doors, framing walls, and using power and carpentry shop tools such as drills, saws, planers, etc.
• Electrical Activities: assists in installing, maintaining, and repairing wiring systems and electrical fixtures and equipment; replaces fuses; assists in stringing wires; replaces bulbs and globes.
• Painting Activities: assists in cleaning surfaces to be painted using scrapers and dusters; applies previously mixed paints to surfaces such as walls, beams, and girders; mixes and applies plaster.
• Mechanical Activities: Under the guidance of a skilled mechanic, conducts maintenance and makes minor repairs to small motors.
• Groundskeeping and Miscellaneous Activities: Cuts grass/weeds, prunes and removes trees/brush, maintains planting beds, sweeps, mops, organizes parts, inspects condition of supplies and materials, drives motor pool vehicle to purchase supplies and deliver materials, and secures facility.
• Maintain Greenhouse: assists in repairing heating and cooling systems, irrigation systems, and electrical controllers.

30% General Support Activities
Provides customer service to a variety of stakeholders within the college:

• Picks up and delivers supplies and equipment; operates forklift, when needed.
• Assists with control and disposal of surplus property.
• Assists with set-up for special events conducted by the College, including pick-up and delivery of tables/chairs/equipment and other special requests.
• Hangs whiteboards and artwork, and addresses maintenance requests related to office furniture.
• Creates and monitors work requests with OSU Facilities; maintains records of work performed in accordance with electronic tracking systems.
• Assists with the use of a laser engraver to create signs, plaques, and other items.
• Other miscellaneous duties, as assigned.

10% Other Duties, as assigned

• May work alongside research and student employees and is expected to intervene in others' work to ensure proper and safe use of equipment and safety/PPE is adequately considered and applied.
• Participates in College events and activities as a representative of the Department.
• Participates in at least one workshop/activity/training annually (as approved by the supervisor) that enhances the commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion; provides the supervisor with a short report on how new knowledge will be applied to day-to-day work.
• Engages in educational or training activities, as needed, to ensure the full range of duties are completed effectively.

What We Require
One year of experience assisting journey level and skilled tradespeople and mechanics in trades such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, building maintenance or automotive maintenance.
What You Will Need

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of general building maintenance in one or more of the following trades: carpentry, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, and welding; OR equivalent professional training or education in a trade.
• Experience with the safe operation of table saws, band saws, routers (table mounted and handheld), jointer, planers, drill press, sanders, milling machines, lathes, grinders, shear, cutoff saw, and other assorted hand tools and handheld power tools.
• Forklift certification or the ability to become certified.
• A focus on customer service and communication skills to effectively plan and complete complex projects with others who may have a limited understanding of fabrication, maintenance, and repair work.
• Computer skills sufficient to access and complete electronic work orders and various email correspondence.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience in a woodworking shop environment.
• Experience working in a higher education setting.
• Licensure in a relevant trade.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• This position requires exposure to power tools and rotating parts on equipment (approximately 30% of the time), exposure to high voltage electricity in a welding shop (approximately 20% of the time), and exposure to paint and solvent fumes (approximately 5% of the time).
• The ability to operate a forklift (approximately 10% of the time) and work on ladders and scaffolding (approximately 5% of the time) is required.
• The ability to lift/push/pull/carry up to 80 pounds is required. The ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and work in tight quarters.
• The ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including on ladders, roofs, and uneven ground is required.
• Work is routinely performed at locations without ADA accessibility.
• The ability to work outside of normal business hours and/or on weekends in response to infrequent emergencies is required.

Pay Method
Hourly
Pay Period
16th - 15th of the following month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Min Salary
$15.59
Max Salary
$20.62
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/146828
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P04527CT
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
02/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
12/05/2023
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
01/04/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, transcripts, etc.
Your profile MUST clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position.
Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage for this position.
Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).
PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.
Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.
For additional information please contact:
Art Myers
arthur.myers@oregonstate.edu
541-737-7305
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 24 months. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the Criminal History Check Requirement.
This position requires driving a University vehicle or a p...