Facilities Student Associate (Work Study), Civil Engineering in Cockrell School of Engineering

Job Posting Title

Facilities Student Associate (Work Study), Civil Engineering in Cockrell School of Engineering ----

Hiring Department

Fariborz Maseeh Department of Civil, Architectural and Environmental Engineering ----

Position Open To

All Applicants ----

Weekly Scheduled Hours

15 ----

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt from FLSA ----

Earliest Start Date

Aug 17, 2026 ----

Position Duration

Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2027 ----

Location

UT MAIN CAMPUS ----

Job Details

General Notes;

As a top-10 engineering school with the No. 1 program in Texas, the Cockrell School of Engineering at The University of Texas at Austin has been a global leader in technology innovation and engineering education for over a century. With 11 undergraduate and 13 graduate programs, over 20 research centers and a faculty community that boasts one of the highest numbers of National Academy of Engineering members among U.S. universities, Texas Engineering has launched some of the nation’s most accomplished leaders and pioneered world-changing solutions in virtually every industry, from space exploration to energy to health care.

Purpose

We are seeking a reliable and motivated student employee to assist full-time staff with a variety of facilities-related tasks. The position supports the operational needs of the department and may include work in laboratories, offices, and various working conditions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine building inspections and report any issues to full-time staff
• Support inventory management, including tracking, organizing
• Perform cleaning tasks in lab spaces, particularly in concrete mixing.
• Aid in item decontamination and preparation for surplus disposal
• Help with office and furniture clean-outs, including sorting, moving, and organizing materials
• Contribute to various small projects as assigned by staff (e.g., room setups, minor repairs, painting)
• Safely lift and move items weighing up to 40 pounds- Use dolly or team member to lift or move heavier items.
• Support Building department's high-volume shipping & receiving operations, ensuring quality customer service to all departmental constituents. Contact receivers for package pickup.
• Surplus drop offs
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions carefully
• Capable of performing physical labor, including lifting and moving heavy objects
• Comfortable working in lab and facilities environments
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Able to drive UT Vehicle
• Must be able to lift and carry 40 pounds or more
• Must be able to climb stairs and walk between buildings

Salary Range

• $15 an hour

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Working Conditions

• May involve lifting, standing, bending, or kneeling for extended periods
• Climbing of stairs and ladders
• Use of manual dexterity
• May work in all weather conditions
• May work around chemicals, electrical and mechanical hazards
• May work around standard office conditions

Work Shift

• Flexible hours Monday through Friday, 7am until 4pm
• May require availability during peak project times (e.g., end of semester, lab turnover)

Required Materials

• Resume/CV
• Letter of interest
• 3 references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor or professor
• Work Study Verification

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Employment Eligibility

Please confirm your eligibility for this position here: http://www.utexas.edu/hr/student/student_acad_employment.html ----

Retirement Plan Eligibility

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs. ----

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 equal opportunity/affirmative action employer , 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 documents 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:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

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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 HOP-3031 .

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