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Administration/Managerment

General Maintenance - Continuous

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
None
Full time
Reference
N/A
Posted Sep 08, 2026

About the role

General Maintenance - Continuous

Location: MIAMI GARDENS, FL 33054 · Type: Full Time · Category: Entry Level

St. Thomas University - Physical Plant

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the general supervision of the Manager, Facilities Operations performs building repairs and maintenance work and carpentry maintenance on all campus buildings.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of plumbing fixtures, valves, and other devices as required.
  • Perform minor repairs and/or replacement of electrical fixtures, devices, and appliances as required.
  • Perform minor carpentry work as required to repair windows, doors and furniture.
  • Prepare materials list for work orders, estimating time required for jobs.
  • Hangs sheetrock/wallboard and applies tape and spackling compound to achieve a finished paintable surface.
  • Hangs doors.
  • Replace damaged ceiling tiles and floor tiles.
  • Performs concrete and masonry repairs.
  • Assists in the moving of furniture and with event set-ups.
  • Serves on University committees as requested.
  • Performs other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor.
  • SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

    Routine assignments are performed independently following University and departmental policies and procedures.

    SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

    Works independently using own judgmen

    Qualifications

    POSITION QUALIFICATIONS/SPECIFICATIONS:

  • Able to communicate both orally and in writing
  • Valid Florida Driver's License
  • Three years of experience in the building maintenance field
  • Must be familiar with the building maintenance trades.
  • Ability to operate power saws, drills, grinders, sanders and other power hand tools connected with the maintenance and carpentry trade.
  • May be required to lift, push or pull up to 70 lbs.
  • May be exposed to chemicals, mechanical or electrical hazard. May be exposed to dust, fumes or odoriferous working conditions.
  • May be required to work outdoors in inclement weather.
  • Employees are required to wear protective clothing or devices.
  • How to apply

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