What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maintenance Worker II position at Tulane University?
Responds to emergencies and perform related duties as assigned or as become apparent. Performs overall light maintenance duties as assigned. Provides support to any trade as requested by supervisors. Keeps accurate records and report any equipment malfunctions/problems.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to perform duties with minimum of disturbance.
- Ability to work without direct supervision.
- Ability to lift up to 70 pounds in weight and able to climb ladders.
- Good communication skills and able to display good judgment.
- Physical ability to perform all duties associated with the job.
- Ability to understand and utilize the work order process.
- Ability to obtain OEHS certification for N-95 and SCBA upon employment per OEHS and OSHA regulation section 1910.134.(g)(1)(i) subtitle 1910.134(g)(1)(:)(A), and 1910.134(g)(1)(:)(B) required; ability to maintain SCBA and N-95 certification required.
Other Important Information About This Position:
THIS IS AN ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL POSITION. IF YOU ARE REQUIRED TO WORK DURING A CLOSURE, YOU MUST PROVIDE ACCURATE AND CURRENT CONTACT INFORMATION AND ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR MAINTAINING COMMUNICATION WITH TNPRC. FAILURE TO REPORT TO WORK WHEN REQUESTED BY SUPERVISOR OR MANAGER WILL RESULT IN DISCIPLINARY ACTION AS OUTLINED BY THE STAFF HANDBOOK.
The TNPRC maintains Biosafety Level 3 facilities and performs worn on diverse infections agents many of with can cause serious disease in humans if standard operating procedures, including use of appropriate personal protective equipment, are not followed. Depending on agent specific risk assessments, individuals may be offered, or in some cases required to have, vaccinations against the relevant agents.
This position is assigned to work in BSL3 containment areas and there are additional minimum requirements including some or all of the following:
Must pass a US Department of Justice Security Risk Assessment for access to select biological agents and toxins.- Ability to perform job duties while wearing respiratory protection.
- Must participate in drug and alcohol program and be incompliance with TNPRC drug and alcohol policy.
Required Education and/or Experience
- 3 years of experience in general maintenance
Preferred Qualifications