Transportation Facilities

Transportation Facilities Support

Boise State University

Job no:  499671
Work type:
Classified

Location:

Boise,
Categories:  Facilities Maintenance,Safety and Security,Transportation,Mid-Level

Join Boise State's Public Safety Team as a Transportation Facilities Support Specialist! Boise State University's Department of Public Safety invites you to apply for the role of Transportation Facilities Support. This is more than just a maintenance role - it's a chance to grow your skills, contribute to a collaborative team, and directly support student success. In this hands-on role, you'll design and fabricate signage, maintain and repair parking equipment and electronic devices, and help keep our campus clean, safe, and accessible year-round.

From striping parking lots and operating snow removal equipment to maintaining shuttle stop shelters and supporting campus events, you'll play a vital role in keeping Boise State running smoothly.

Job Summary /Basic Function:
To maintain and repair electronic devices and other equipment; maintain parking lots and surfaces; perform related work.

Campus Security Authority:
This position is identified as a "Campus Security Authority (CSA)" per the federal law known as the Clery Act. Per this law, the employee is required to report any crimes that he/she becomes aware of to the Clery Compliance Officer. Additionally, CSAs are required to complete annual training prescribed by the Clery Compliance Officer.
Department Overview:
Boise State University's Department of Public Safety is responsible for more than "people safety." In addition to Campus Security, our team includes Parking & Transportation, Emergency Management, and Public Safety Systems. Department of Public Safety employees are responsible for the safety of everyone on campus through a variety of programs. We believe in supporting our team members in all roles in their lives.

We offer flexible scheduling, competitive pay rates, meaningful and impactful work, and healthy teams. DPS will encourage you to take time doing what is most important to you, whether that is spending time with family or furthering your education. We want the best employees. Apply and let us prove it!

Level Scope:
Applies skills and job knowledge in the area of specialization; may adapt procedures, operations, techniques, tools, materials, and/or equipment to meet the needs of the area of specialization; may work on non-routine tasks; resolves issues/makes working decisions within the area of specialization or responsibility with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions:

Repair and maintain parking equipment and electronic devices.
Install and maintain signs, poles, and parking lot infrastructure.
Stripe parking lots and paint curbs and traffic markings.
Operate maintenance equipment, power tools, and snow removal equipment.
Maintain shuttle stop shelters and transportation facilities.
Support seasonal maintenance and campus events.
Help keep parking facilities clean, safe, and operational.
Ensures customer service for the entire Department and campus community.
Engages in Departmental problem-solving for organizational issues; makes recommendations for departmental efficiencies and advancement.
Plans and coordinates a variety of special administrative projects and assignments.
Renews job knowledge by reading professional journals, participating in education opportunities, and belonging to professional organizations.
Represents the Department and the Division in select working groups, committees, and partnerships, both internal and external to the University.
May perform other duties as needed.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
Good verbal and written communication skills; detail-oriented.
Good customer service skills.
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Knowledge of cleaning supplies and related chemicals.
Ability to manage one's own time.
Ability to work outside in variable temperatures.
Ability to work a flexible schedule for maintenance needs.
Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential matters and information.

Minimum

Qualifications:

Experience:

diagnosing and making repairs to basic electronic components; making mechanical repairs and minor repairs to small engines; operating power tools, including air compressors and hammer drills; using standard hand tools, including drills, screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, saws, and files; using word processing and spreadsheet computer software.

A current and valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience operating power tools, including air compressors and hammer drills
Experience using standard hand tools, including drills, screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, saws, and files
Willingness to: perform duties associated with commercial cleaning, including operating industrial-type cleaning equipment such as high-speed buffers and vacuum cleaners; cleaning restrooms and similar facilities; moving heavy items such as tables, chairs, and bleachers; and repairing the equipment…