About this role
Position Description
Under general supervision performs skilled mechanical or analytical duties on various projects. May supervise subordinate employees.
About the University
Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond. Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students. Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields.
Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world. Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.
Major/Essential Functions
- Assist as needed with special projects for department personnel. This could involve small carpentry, plumbing, or other related projects.
- Keep research and department vehicles maintained and ready for use. This includes making sure that they have been serviced, cleaned, and are operationally ready at all times.
- Maintain the monthly vehicle use logs and submit them as required by TTU OPs.
- Set up tables and chairs for special events as needed.
- Clean out main building entrance daily (business days) and make sure that the front of the building is clean and presentable.
- Keep building mechanical rooms clean.
- Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of general maintenance of items in a research lab environment.
- Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance.
- Basic knowledge of carpentry techniques.
- Ability to work with others and have a "customer first" philosophy.
- Ability to climb a straight vertical ladder to access roof areas of building on a routine basis.
Required Qualifications
- High school or equivalent and three years work experience. Additional job-related education may substitute for the required experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic electrical or plumbing knowledge is preferred.
Safety Information
- Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Pay Statement
- Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan.
EEO Statement
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.