Occupational Summary

Perform routine manual tasks necessary to maintain Duke University buildings and facilities.

Work Performed

Provide light maintenance and operational support to University groups requiring such services.

Perform various light maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, replacing light bulbs, opening drain lines, checking power panels (on/off only), and inspecting electrical outlets for damage.

Perform light carpentry repairs including, but not limited to, replacing windows shades, drapes, and acoustical ceiling tiles, installing traffic signs, installing furniture bumpers and adjusting closet doors.

Perform routine tasks in the assembly of furniture and other materials and equipment as required.

Operate light truck or van to pick up and deliver furniture, supplies, equipment and personnel.

Perform the duties of housekeeper when required; operate floor equipment to strip, scrub, wax and refinish floors and baseboards; clean windows, door frames and walls; clean and service assigned areas.

Report tasks beyond capability or scope to the proper authority.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.

Required Qualifications at this Level

Education/Training

Work requires ability to understand and follow instructions generally acquired through a partial high school education.

Experience

None required.

OR AN EQUIVALENT COMBINATION OF RELEVANT EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Skills

N/A

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

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Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essentialjob functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.