Job Description
Location: San Antonio, TX Regular/Temporary: Regular Job ID: 15370 Full/Part Time: Full Time Position Information The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence - advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn. Salary Range : $40,326-$44,650, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications. Job Type : Full Time Posting Close Date : Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 05/28/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received. Required Application Materials Resume is required Cover Letter is preferred Job Details Job Summary The Maintenance Worker III provides journeyman-level skills in plumbing, electrical maintenance/repair, carpentry, or painting. This role is responsible for ensuring compliance with specifications and safety regulations, inspecting completed work, maintaining records, and submitting reports. Core Responsibilities Provides journeyman-level maintenance and repair work of plumbing, painting, electrical, carpentry, air conditioning, and refrigeration. Provides journeyman level skills in the performance of a variety of maintenance tasks to include installing, maintaining and repairing electrical motors and switches, circuit breakers, outlets, fixtures, fittings and accessories; installation and repair of plumbing in new construction or remodeling; stains and refinishes furniture, and performs other general carpentry work connected with remodeling and construction; prepares surfaces prior to applying any variety of coverings; taping, floating sheetrock joints, and other conditioning work in connection with new construction or remodeling. Inspects completed work for conformance to all specifications and regulations; maintains daily records of work performed; cross-trains with various shops; and reports need for specific repairs to supervisors. Submits reports on the status and costs of maintenance projects. Serves in an on-call maintenance capacity to support after-hours and weekend operational needs. Provides supervision, guidance and training to maintenance workers I's and II's. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School Diploma, Vocational Training or Apprenticeship in a related field. Five (5) years of related work experience. Additional education may substitute for experience on a one year for one year basis. This position requires the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Verbal and Written Communication Microsoft Office Suite Electrical Installation and Repair Use of Hand and Power Tools Maintenance Recordkeeping Cross-Training with Multiple Trades Estimating Materials and Labor Environmental Safety and Compliance Working Conditions Exposure to mechanical and electrical hazards, hazardous chemicals, high-pressure water and air systems, high-speed equipment, confined spaces, and heights. Exposure to variable Texas weather conditions and/or physical hazards such as working in elevated and confined spaces, working in attics, sub-floors, machine rooms, on roofs, and other operational areas. Exposure may be prolonged. Exposure to various mechanical, electrical, laboratory, and other university spaces. Exposure to a variety of construction and physical plant hazards, including high voltages (lSKV), confined spaces, elevated heights, dust & dampness, high noise levels, outside weather, and energized equipment & systems. Exposure to potential occupational hazards, including toxic, biological, and chemical hazards