Maintenance Tech III, UM Housing

UM Housing invites applications for a Maintenance Tech III to perform a wide range of landscape, grounds operations, and routine equipment maintenance within the University Villages. General landscape maintenance, landscape installation projects, turf cultural practices, and arborist field work Operation of equipment (including backhoes), and routine equipment maintenance Snow removal and ice control operations, including the safe operation of equipment and participation in after-hours and emergency response as needed to maintain safe conditions Supervise and coordinate seasonal summer crews High School diploma and two (2) years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience Preferred Qualifications Must possess a valid Montana Governmental Pesticide Applicator License, or have the ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe

ISA Certified Arborist:

Current certification preferred, or the ability to obtain certification within a reasonable timeframe Physical Requirements (Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.)

Lifting:

Ground to 60 inches, up to 50 pounds. Ground to 30 inches, 80 pounds

Carrying:

Front carry up to 50 pounds for 10 feet or less Right and left hand carry up to 75 pounds for wheelbarrow handling Pushing and pulling forces required (pushing and pulling materials, and during the use of tools): 100 pounds sustained Repetitive squatting on both even and uneven surfaces 3-minute overhead work from various positions (standing, crouching, or kneeling) Static forward bending from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools Trunk rotation from a standing or kneeling position Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder Walking various distances, continuously, throughout the day on even and uneven surfaces Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2" to 5 1/2" circumference needing an average of 50 pounds of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 100 pounds) Use of foot controls and hand controls to drive and operate light and heavy machinery Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment .

Position Number:

107600

Bargaining Unit:

LIUNA Local #1686

Work Schedule:

Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 7:30 am to 4:00 pm, 12 months/year

Probationary Period:

Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include :

Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program. Screening of applications will begin after the closing date ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:

Detailed Resume - listing education and describing work experience Three (3) Professional References - names and contact information The University of Montana is interested in receiving applications from people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story. Must be eligible to work in the United States upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.