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Building Attendant II - Porter

University of Texas at Dallas
$36,421.00 DOQ
medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan, remote work
United States, Texas, Richardson
Jul 23, 2025
Posting Details
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Posting Number S06518P
Position Title Building Attendant II - Porter
Functional Title Porter
Department Housing Operations
Salary Range $36,421.00 DOQ
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 07/23/2025
Posting Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Desired Start Date 08/11/2025
Job Summary
This position will provide general maintenance and custodial support for UTD's Student Housing facilities. Duties involve general support of an assigned housing building.
Minimum Education and Experience
Six months experience in custodial maintenance work; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; ability to read, write, communicate and understand written and oral instructions in English.
Preferred Education and Experience
1 - 2 years of custodial or general maintenance work experience. Experience operating carpet cleaning and floor care machines such as buffers, extractors, auto scrubbers, and burnishers.
Other Qualifications
To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist maintenance with flooring work that may contain vacuum, spot clean, and/or extract carpets and water extraction.
  • Report bathroom and light fixtures malfunctions, and damages to room and hall furnishings to the maintenance supervisor.
  • Stock area with appropriate supplies.
  • Lock and unlock doors as directed.
  • Assist with work orders for repair/maintenance, including changing light bulbs.
  • Assist custodial operations as needed.
  • Maintain grounds and property with trash pickup, debris removal, and outdoor furniture arrangement.
  • Set up rooms for activities or classes by moving tables, moving chairs, and setting up projectors and screens to support daily activities and special events in residential areas.
  • Assist maintenance with turn and make-ready activities and supplies.
  • Provide quality customer service.
  • Assure all safety precautions are followed in the workplace.
  • Communicate effectively in a professional manner and be a team player.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Must possess at the time of hire and maintain a valid Texas Driver's license and an acceptable driving record.
  • May be required to report to on-site work location during campus closure.
  • May be required to report to on-site work location during inclement weather.

Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
Work is conducted in-person and on-site.
The division of student affairs promotes and encourages student engagement and belonging. We accomplish this through in-person interactions with students, therefore remote work for this position is not available.

What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer that fosters an employee-friendly work environment and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Competitive salary
  • Tuition benefits
  • Internal training and development opportunities
  • Medical insurance - 100% paid employee-only coverage for full-time employees
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Long-term and short-term disability coverage
  • Multiple retirement plan options
  • Generous paid time off
  • Paid holidays


All UT Dallas employees also have access to a variety of professional development resources, including memberships to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and participation in the UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
For full details, visit: https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.

2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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