Hiring Department
The UMKC School of Dentistry is seeking a dependable, and customer-service-oriented professional to join our operations team as a Maintenance Service Attendant. For more than a century, the School of Dentistry has prepared the next generation of oral health professionals through excellence in education, research, and patient care. Our alumni represent approximately half of all practicing dentists in Missouri, reflecting our strong commitment to service, quality, and leadership.
Job Description
The Maintenance Service Attendant plays a critical role in supporting the daily clinical, academic, and research operations of the School of Dentistry. Reporting to the Dental Maintenance supervisor, this position supports daily clinical and operational functions by ensuring labs and departments are properly stocked, delivering supplies, and managing inventory levels. Provides logistical support across the school, including distributing essential materials, assisting with facility setup, responding to urgent service needs, supporting shipping and receiving operations, and assisting with basic dental equipment maintenance to ensure continuity of patient care, instruction, and overall operations.
This is a highly visible, service-focused role that regularly interacts with faculty, staff, and students to ensure equipment reliability, patient safety, and uninterrupted instructional and clinical operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop foundational knowledge and practical skills in dental equipment maintenance through hands-on training and supervised experience.
- Assist the Dental Maintenance Team with routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and basic repairs while progressively building the skills necessary to perform these duties independently.
- Deliver bulk supplies to clinical areas, laboratories, classrooms, and administrative offices in a timely and efficient manner.
- Monitor and manage inventory levels, including tracking plaster and other high-use materials; identify items requiring replenishment and adjust stock based on expiration dates and usage patterns.
- Perform routine preventive maintenance on laboratory and clinical equipment, including dental unit waterline testing, replacement of dental unit traps, and other maintenance activities to ensure equipment operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
- Distribute essential supplies such as compressed gas, distilled water for sterilization units, and other operational materials across departments.
- Assist with facility support functions, including moving tables, chairs, and equipment.
- Respond to emergency service calls requiring immediate equipment support.
- Serve as backup support for shipping, receiving, and mailroom operations as needed to ensure continuity of service.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.
- Two years of general maintenance experience is required. (Some or all of the two years of experience may be required to be in a specific skill area of concentration; i.e., carpentry, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, etc.)
- Skill in the maintenance and operation of tools, equipment and materials.
- Sufficient strength to perform heavy lifting and work on ladders on an occasional basis.
- A valid driver's license may be required for certain positions.
- Depending on the nature of work performed, the incumbent may be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the "Industrial Standard for Respirator Use".
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and carry items throughout the workday.
- You must be able to lift and transport items up to 75 pounds, with assistance available for heavier loads when necessary.
- Ability to operate material handling equipment, including pallet trucks, in a safe and efficient manner.
Anticipated Hiring Range
The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as up to $23.50 per hour.
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Grade: D
University Title: Maintenance Service Attendant
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Application Deadline
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
