General Maintenance Worker

General Maintenance Worker University of Kansas - 4.2 Lawrence, KS Job Details From $37,440 a year 8 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement On-the-job training Qualifications Carpentry Masonry Preventative hardware maintenance Maintaining an organized workspace Removing debris Outdoor work Unloading Truck delivery (delivery method) High school diploma or GED Driver's License Electrical experience Plumbing HVAC Trade school Power tools Associate's degree Facilities maintenance Entry level Under 1 year Full Job Description Position Overview The General Maintenance Worker position in the Mover's department duties include moving, delivery, pick up and set-up of a variety of items throughout KU's campus. This position will regularly use light equipment including hand trucks, dollies, ratchet straps, tommy gates and other tools to assist with moving and securing items in a box truck. Work involves performance of manual tasks of more than ordinary difficulty, requiring special knowledge acquired through on-the-job training or experience. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles including a 16' box truck. Work Schedule is 7:30am-4pm Monday to Friday Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU's mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university's academic and research missions. KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities!

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https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance KU's excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other's success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. Job Description 90% - Moving/Set up: Loads and unloads trucks, moves equipment and furniture. Sets up and tears down tables, chairs and staging materials for events. Uses power tools to disassemble, reassemble and reconfigure desks and Herman Miller cubicle stations. Moves and disposes of large equipment including refrigerators, freezers and lab equipment. Uses work requests, daily agendas, CADs and other various printed or electronic resources to understand scope of individual tasks. Directly interacts with customers on campus, responding to their needs and helping brainstorm solutions for them. Keeps track of own labor and uses an iPad to enter that labor on service requests. 10% - Miscellaneous upkeep: Preventative maintenance on all equipment, including tools, tables and chairs. Keeps department spaces and equipment organized, including taking department trash out weekly. Removes snow and ice from designated areas across campus. Treats stairs and sidewalks with ice melt. Other related work as assigned. Position Requirements Reach, grasp, lift, carry and place moderately heavy loads frequently and heavy loads occasionally (up to 75 lbs) with or without accommodation. Perform work above normal heights, in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures both hot and cold, inside and outdoors. Operate vehicles in transporting self and materials to job sites. Work overtime and respond to after-hours emergencies as needed. Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather. Must digitally enter work order information and perform other electronic communications as required. Required Qualifications High school diploma or GED equivalency. Six months of experience in any trades area. (

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An associate's degree or vocational school certificate may replace this experience) Must have a valid driver's license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications Experience in any or all of the following trades: HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Paint, Carpentry, and Masonry. Experience working on a relocation or event set up team. Experience working in a university, college or other multi-building campus environment. Additional Candidate Instructions A complete application will include the following: Current contact information including email and phone number Previous work experience including dates of employment Name and contact information to three references Resume/Cover letter is optional. Review of applications will begin Monday, March 2nd and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified. Contact Information to Applicants Colin Chiles Advertised Salary Range Starting at $37,440 Application Review Begins Monday March 2, 2026 Anticipated Start Date Monday March 16, 2026 Apply to

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32143

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FS Maintenance Services Primary Campus:

University of Kansas Lawrence Campus Assignment:

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B-University Support Staff Review Begins:

02-Mar-2026