UTILITY WORKER*

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)
• Inspecting electrical outlets for damage
• Perform light carpentry repairs, including but not limited to:
• Replacing window shades, drapes, and acoustical ceiling tiles
• Installing traffic signs and furniture bumpers
• Adjusting closet doors
• Perform routine tasks in the assembly of furniture and other materials/equipment as required.
• Operate light trucks or vans to pick up and deliver furniture, supplies, equipment, and personnel.
• Perform the duties of a housekeeper when required, including:
• Operating floor equipment to strip, scrub, wax, and refinish floors and baseboards
• Cleaning windows, door frames, and walls
• Cleaning and servicing assigned areas
• Report tasks beyond capability or scope to the appropriate 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.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

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

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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.