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What they do
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$45,228 / year median in Oregon
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Department:
University Housing and Dining Special Instructions to
Applicants:
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: A Resume A Cover Letter For additional information please contact: Mauricio De Leon at mauricio.deleon@oregonstate.edu We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status. This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq. OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Note:
All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval This recruitment will be used to fill eight Building Services Assistant part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) for the University Housing & Dining Services (UHDS) at Oregon State University (OSU). Join the UHDS Building Services team and gain hands-on experience while helping maintain and support OSU's residence halls and dining facilities. Student employees work alongside experienced maintenance staff and assist with a variety of projects, including general maintenance, furniture assembly, furniture movement, loft installations, room preparation, repairs, preventative maintenance, and other building-related work. This position is a good opportunity for students interested in developing practical skills, learning how building maintenance operations work, and gaining experience using tools and equipment in a team environment. No extensive maintenance experience is required; we are looking for dependable students who are willing to learn, work safely, and contribute to the team.
Position Duties:
Assist with lofting and adjusting beds and other residence hall furniture. Move, assemble, disassemble, and stage furniture, equipment, and materials throughout UHDS facilities. Assist with the installation and replacement of dispensers, fixtures, and other building accessories. Perform basic maintenance and minor repair tasks under the direction of maintenance staff. Assist with residence hall room preparation, including furniture setup and other move-in and move-out related work. Transport tools, supplies, furniture, and materials between work areas and buildings. Support Building Maintenance staff with preventative maintenance, special projects, and other assigned facilities-related tasks. Transferable Skill Development OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, Equity & Inclusion Qualifications:
Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term
• Graduate student officially admitted to
Graduate School:
5 credit hours per term Graduate international student officially admitted to
Graduate School:
9 credit hours per term
•International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered "full-time" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services ( OIS ), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.
Additional Required Qualifications:
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal History Check and be determined to be position qualified as per OSU Standard 576-055-0000 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in Youth Programs may have additional Criminal History Checks every 2 years. This position requires driving a University vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the University; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Motor Vehicle History Check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions (as per Voluntary and Compulsory Driver Standards OSU Standard 125-155-0200) as per OSU Standard 576-056-0000 et seq.
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Anticipated Start Date:
2026-09-07