Parking Maintenance Specialist I - Parking Services
University of Tennessee, Knoxville
Knoxville, TN
Full-time
Real Estate / Property Management
Posted on April 11, 2024
Parking Maintenance Specialist I
Regular Full-time, Pay Grade MR4, $15.00 base
The Parking Maintenance Worker I performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment, parking lots, garages and transit facilities. All work is to be performed with an emphasis on sound maintenance practices and a development of skills while adhering to all safety procedures set-fourth by the University, the department and regulatory agencies (OSHA). The employee in this position will also be working special events at the University. The Senior Maintenance Worker contributes to the overall success of Parking & Transportation by performing other essential duties (for example: snow removal) and responsibilities as assigned. Employee must keep work site and maintenance shop clean and safe and check emails and work orders on a daily basis via computer and maintain inventory of required parts and materials.
Must be available evenings and weekends due to extensive maintenance and special events schedule for the University. Overtime is required.
Qualifications :
Responsibilities:
ü Conduct inspections, maintenance and repairs of spalling and expansion and compression joints in parking facilities
ü Install and maintain parking wheel stops, speed bumps and parking and traffic signage
ü Setup and break down road closures and construction-related parking and traffic closures
ü Repair doors and door closures
ü Paint parking facilities and streets (i.e., parking lot lines, traffic marking, crosswalks)
ü Clean parking lots, garages and transit facilities
ü Set-up and break down special events for the University
New employee expectations and opportunities:
ü Self-motivated, dependable and the ability to work with minimal supervision
ü Ability to understand verbal and written communication
ü Expected to show initiative in prioritizing tasks and following through
ü Ability to work in multiple areas to develop skill sets
ü Supplied with constructive feedback to further growth and advancement
ü Accomplishes department and organization goals by completing assigned duties
Required qualifications:
High School diploma or a minimum of one year of maintenance and/or service experience
Valid State of Tennessee Driver’s License
Must have knowledge of safe work practices, be in good physical health, and be able to perform moderately strenuous work activities.
Job Skills:
General working knowledge of mechanical equipment and tools. Painting, Basic computer skills (e.g., email and data input). Ability to work as an effective member of a team. Excellent customer service skills.
Preferred qualifications:
Previous parking facilities maintenance and painting, but not required. General Maintenance knowledge preferred.
