University of Dubuque

Facilities Maintenance Worker

Building & Property MaintenancePosted on Nov 11

Full-timeDubuque, IA, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
A valid driver's license is required.
At least four years of related experience is required.
Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions is required.
Occasional heavy lifting of up to 100 pounds is required.
Ability to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, and kneel is required.
Ability to climb a 12-foot ladder, work on scaffolding, and operate an aerial lift is required.
Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical systems, boiler systems, HVAC systems, locks, and buildings in accordance with building codes.
Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, and new construction.
Perform preventive maintenance on equipment and buildings.
Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.
Perform basic electrical repairs and installations.
Perform snow removal activities when necessary.
Restore or replace furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, and other items.
Repair or replace concrete, plaster walls, painted walls, ceilings, fixtures, and other items.
Perform other duties in support of the University’s mission, including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work.

Desired Qualifications

Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses is highly preferred.

Facilities Maintenance Worker

University of Dubuque · Dubuque, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-05

Workplace: on_site

Department: Facilities Maintenance

Description

The Facilities Maintenance Worker will be responsible for general maintenance and repair duties across campus buildings and facilities. The ideal candidate will be a dependable, self-motivated individual who takes pride in their work and values teamwork in a mission-driven environment.

Requirements

Primary Responsibilities:

Repair and maintain equipment, plumbing, electrical, boiler system, HVAC, locks, & buildings in accordance with building codes
Perform skilled and semi-skilled carpentry, remodels, & new construction
Perform preventative maintenance on equipment & buildings
Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
Perform a variety of basic electrical repairs and installations
Perform snow removal related activities when necessary
Restore and/or replace various types of furniture, doors, windows, floors, roofs, etc.
Repair and/or replace concrete, plaster walls, paint walls, ceilings, fixtures, etc.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University’s Mission including overtime assignments and emergency call-in work

Position Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work in a variety of weather conditions
Occasional heavy lifting up to 100 lbs. is required
Ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, bend, stoop, and kneel
Ability to climb a 12’ ladder, work on scaffolding & operate an aerial lift
Excellent communication skills—verbal, written, & interpersonal

Requirements:

Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
Must have a valid driver’s license
Completion of electrical, plumbing, and/or HVAC training courses are highly preferred
Minimum of 4 years’ related experience

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