USU Bastian Agricultural Center Operations Team Member (Maintenance Tech I)

Utah State University Bastian Agricultural Center invites applications for an Operations Team Member Position. Incumbents in the team assist with the daytoday operations of the USU Bastian Agricultural Center. Job duties may include facilities maintenance event setup and preparation arena grooming equipment operation stall cleaning and maintenance building repair and systems at the Bastian Agricultural Center in South Jordan Utah. The scope of duties may be highly diversified depending on the needs of events programs etc.

Assists with daytoday operations of the USU Bastian Agricultural Center.
Assists with event setup turnover and preparation
Responsible for landscape operations which may include (mowing sprinkler systems leaf removal weed control etc.)
Assists with corrective and preventive building maintenance including basic plumbing HVAC carpentry and electrical.
Maintains and repairs facilities equipment stalls corrals and vehicles.
Perform regular inspections of the facility and preventative maintenance to ensure safety functionality and facility appearance.
Performs snow removal as assigned.
Complies with department State and Federal safety and compliance regulations.
Performs miscellaneous jobrelated duties as assigned.
Janitorial Services as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
• Knowledge of cleaning solutions chemicals and solvents.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and plan solutions.
• Ability to read and understand equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools common to trade.
• Basic computer skills.
• Customer service skills
• Familiarity with large animals (horses cattle etc.)
• Knowledge of electricity carpentry plumbing and other technical skills.
• Ability to withstand odors dander etc. presented by exposure to large animals (horses cattle etc.)

Along with the online application please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

For more than 100 years USU Extension has provided researchbased information and programs through cooperative agreements with the U.S. Department of Agriculture USU and county governments. With offices serving every county in the state USU Extension is well positioned to provide educational programs and opportunities throughout Utah. The integration of teaching research and public service enables USU Extension to respond to critical and emerging issues with the goal of improving lives and communities.

The Bastian family is a multigenerational agricultural family committed to honoring and preserving the states farming past present and future. In concert with Utah State University Extension they have founded the Bastian Agricultural Center located at 2100 W 11400S in South Jordan Utah.

Founded in 1888 Utah State University is Utahs premier landgrant public service university. As an R1 research institution Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local regional and global communities. USU prepares students to be active civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a highquality and affordable education USU remains a leader in research discovery and public impact.

USU enrolls 28900 students both online and in person atlocations throughout the state. Utah States 30 locations include a main campus in Logan Utah residential campuses in Price and Blanding and six additional statewide campuses along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utahs counties.

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