What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Technician I position at University of Idaho?
General Technician I
Posting Number: SP005432P
Division/College: Facilities Management
Department: Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.
Location: Moscow
Posting Context Statement:
Position Overview:
This position will perform general building maintenance tasks on a regular and continuing basis. It will provide general support for a variety of construction, trades, landscaping, exterior service and maintenance areas to repair and maintain university facilities and grounds. Job duties will vary widely depending on the work and projects assigned.
Duties may include:
- Utilize basic tools and equipment
- Repair and maintain basic machinery, equipment and facility property
- Assist with routine facility inspections and monitor cleanliness
- Assist with inventory and distribution of deliveries
- Manually move and transfer items
- Participate in snow removal
- Other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Working in a team to accomplish goals
Required Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other:
- Possess a valid driver's license and the ability to meet university requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
- Be at least 18 years of age
Additional Preferred:
- Experience:
- Working in construction or building maintenance
- Using power tools and equipment
- Expressed interest in learning and acquiring skills related to building maintenance
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Must be able to:
- Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
- Climb and work from ladders, scaffolding and scissor lifts
- Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Stand and walk continuously throughout the workday
- Work in inclement weather conditions
Degree Requirement:
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Employee Category: Classified
Pay Range: Commensurate with Experience
Type of Appointment: Fiscal Year
FTE:
1.
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Funding:
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: Uncertain
Posting Date: 09/03/2026
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:
First review date 9/17/26. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until
positions are filled.
When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this
position in the Employment Experience section of the application.
positions are filled.
When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this
position in the Employment Experience section of the application.
Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement:
Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/52634
The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Benefits:
Sick Leave, Health Insurance, Professional DevelopmentSalary : $37,724 - $48,235