Maintenance Support and Trades Assistance – 70%Assist journey-level trades workers with carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and related maintenance tasks. Support fabrication and installation of equipment and materials to meet project requirements. Operate power tools, equipment, and perform worksite cleanup following project completion. Operations, Equipment, and Material Handling – 10%Operate University vehicles to transport tools, equipment, and materials to job sites. Load, unload, and move materials and supplies as needed for maintenance projects. Communication, Coordination, and Customer Service – 10%Keep leads and supervisors informed of work progress, project status, and material or equipment needs. Coordinate with other Maintenance & Construction (M&C) shops to support project completion. Provide professional, courteous, and responsive customer service to clients, colleagues, and the campus community. Compliance, Training, and Continuous Improvement – 10%Follow all safety regulations, SDS requirements, Hazard Review Checklists, and PPE standards. Comply with UW Facilities policies, procedures, and M&C protocols, including Individual Accountability Protocols (IAP). Participate in training, process improvement initiatives, employee engagement efforts, and support M&C goals, values, and management directives. Minimum Qualifications To be considered for this opportunity your application must demonstrate you meet both the minimum qualifications and additional qualifications listed below. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration. Applicants who do not meet these qualifications WILL NOT be forwarded to the Hiring Department. High school graduation or GED equivalent; OR, six month's full-time related vocational study or training; OR, six months' applicable work experience;AND, one year's full-time experience as a helper in building and equipment maintenance, construction, repair work, or equivalent. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except where there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge and practical experience with WISHA (Washington Industrial Safety & Health Act) and OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Act) regulations. Demonstrated proficiency with standard productivity software including Microsoft Office Suite or equivalent products. Workplace Conditions May be required to accept variable work shift. Demonstrated successful ability in taking direction, working well with others and as a member of a team. Demonstrated excellent effective verbal and written communication skills. Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license. Work may require access to confined spaces and heights using approved safety precautions. Ability to lift and move heavy material may be required. Approved footwear must be provided at the employee’s expense and worn on the job. Must be able to be fitted for and wear a respirator on the job. Must participate in medical screening/monitoring (such as TB screening and proof of measles inoculation) required for work assignments in locations, including but not limited to, nonhuman primate areas, the Animal Research and Care Facility, and the University of Washington Medical Center. Must be able to work in a non-smoking environment. Regular and predictable attendance is required. Department Introduction UW Facilities manages the University’s buildings, infrastructure and land, with more than 1,100 employees in a variety of fields. The Asset Management group includes Capital & Space Management, Real Estate, Sustainability and other teams responsible for planning and workload management. The Operations group includes Project Delivery, Maintenance & Construction, Campus Energy, Utilities & Operations, Building Services, Transportation Services and Safety. Supporting these groups are the Business Intelligence & Information Technology group and the Finance & Administration group. Please visit the UW Facilities web page for more information: Maintenance & Construction (M&C) is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and renovations of all University of Washington (UW) main campus facilities including building interiors, exteriors, and grounds, as well as logistics, moving, and disposal of surplus equipment and furniture.