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GENERAL NOTES:

The Blanton Museum of Art at the University of Texas at Austin is known for its bold vision, from a dynamic reinstallation of the collection galleries in 2017, to the opening of Ellsworth Kelly's monumental work of art, Austin, in 2018, and redesign of its grounds by Snohetta in 2023, and the exhibitions and educational programs that define the museum's role in the community.

There is even more to come for the Blanton and the thousands of school and university students and visitors we serve. With a proven track record as a museum that is deeply relevant, and where education is embedded into everything we do, we have put The University of Texas at Austin, and the city of Austin, on the forefront of the visual arts.

Benefits eligible Blanton Museum of Art staff enjoy the same competitive benefits, programs and services offered to the University of Texas at Austin employees. Blanton staff also have access to complimentary admission to the museum, access to selected museum events, and a 20% discount at the Museum Store.

The Blanton is home to a vast array of roles matching a wide range of interests and talents. No matter the staff position at the Blanton, all contribute to the preservation of culture and history for the entire community. We invite you to view and apply for this professional opportunity.

Purpose

The Blanton Museum of Art seeks a Facilities Assistant to support the general maintenance, operations, and building services oversight of the Blanton Museum of Art three-building complex and newly expanded grounds. The Facilities Assistant will perform maintenance and repair tasks as assigned to maintain a clean, orderly, and safe interior and exterior environment for museum visitors and staff. This position reports to the Building Manager.

Responsibilities

Perform general building and grounds maintenance activities

• Perform routine building maintenance tasks, including light bulb replacement and touch up paint as needed

• Maintain a clean interior and exterior of building and grounds

• Assist with technical repairs

• Conduct general facilities walkthroughs and report nonstandard conditions

• Enter service requests in UT service ticket system (WORQS) and report when work is completed

• Maintain ongoing pest abatement routine

• Move furniture, equipment, and materials

• Clean and arrange furniture

Maintain sufficient supply inventory as well as condition and inventory of university maintenance equipment

• Pick up supplies from vendors

• Monitor and order supplies when needed

• Monitor and maintain university maintenance equipment for safety and retention

Serve as site contact for service providers from other university departments/outside vendors

• Escort facilities and outside vendors and report work completed

• Communicate with other departments on campus, including Custodial Services and Landscape Services

Perform other related duties as requested to support departmental and museum-wide priorities, logistics, and special projects.

• High School Diploma or GED

• 1 year of experience as a laborer

• Ability to use small hand and power tools and ladders

• Basic to intermediate painting skills sufficient to perform interior and exterior painting tasks

• Goal and detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills and high standards for excellence and accountability

• Ability to perform assigned duties in a safe and efficient manner

• Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 60 pounds

• General computer skills

• Good communication skills both verbally and written

• Excellent organizational skills

• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work occasional evening and weekend hours to support museum-wide programs

• Professional and friendly demeanor

• Quick learner

• Strong work ethic with high energy

• Ability to work independantly

• Have and maintain a good driving record and be able to operate a UT vehicle

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

• Previous work experience in a museum, commercial property management or similar environment

• Knowledge of UT structure, policies, rules, and procedures

• Experience with UT WORQS

This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Employees who are required to have a CDL are subject to drug and alcohol testing (pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing).

$40,000.00

• May occasionally require working evening and weekend hours to support museum-wide programs

• Ability to stand or walk for extended period of time

• Ability to bend, kneel, stoop, and lift or move heavy objects

• May work in all weather conditions

• May work in extreme temperatures

• May work around chemicals

• May work around chemical fumes

• May work around standard office conditions

• May work around biohazards

• May work around electrical and mechanical hazards

• Use of manual dexterity

• Climbing of stairs

• Climbing of ladders

• Lifting and moving

General Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. To support museum-wide programs, work hours and days are subject to change.

• Letter of interest

• Professional resume

• 3 work references including phone number and email contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

Importantfor applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers:You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure thatALLRequired Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes.

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers:As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questionspresented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an ,complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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Pay Transparency:

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

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Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

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E-Verify:

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university's company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

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Compliance:

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in .

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.