Maintenance Assistant-hourly
About the role
Institution: University of Arkansas, Fayetteville (founded 1871), a land‑grant institution ranked among the nation’s top 2% for research activity. The campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community with a growing region home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and a strong economy. Department: Facilities Services (website: https://parking.uark.edu). Position type: Staff – Clerical Workstudy, Temporary (Fixed Term). Closing date: 09/30/2026.
Responsibilities
The Maintenance Assistant assists in daily parking garage maintenance and general labor activities, including collecting and removing trash from parking structures and surrounding grounds; operating power washing and floor care equipment; driving university and utility vehicles (occasionally with trailers); operating custodial equipment and performing minor custodial equipment maintenance; assisting in parking facility preventive maintenance; requesting supplies as needed; reporting needed repairs and safety issues; maintaining regular, reliable, non‑disruptive attendance; and creating collegial, harmonious working relationships. This position is weather essential.
Requirements
- Completion of sufficient education or training to read and write.
- Two years of experience performing groundskeeping and/or maintenance of lawn‑care equipment.
- Valid driver’s license.
Qualifications
- Formal education equivalent of a high school diploma (preferred).
Skills
- Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of custodial equipment.
- Knowledge of the operation, maintenance, and safety requirements of motorized vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to perform routine building and grounds maintenance work.
Benefits
This position is not benefits eligible.
Pay
Salary: $16.00 per hour.
Schedule
Work shift: Day shift (United States of America).