Transportation Facilities Support

Transportation Facilities Support

Boise State University

Job no: 499573
Work type: Classified
Location: Boise, ID
Categories: Facilities Maintenance,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:
Public Safety Standard Employee Responsibilities:

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.

Custodial:

Performs daily/weekly routine cleaning in garages, including but not limited to:

Cleaning, sanitizing, dusting, washing multiple surfaces, sweeping, and mopping.

Sanitizes and cleans furniture, woodwork, walls, windows, and glass items.

Cleans shades and covers on light fixtures.

Removes waste and debris.

Selects products and compounds for cleaning jobs and applies them according to procedures or manufacturers’ specifications.

Washes windows; removes and prepares draperies for cleaning.

Orders and maintains supplies for custodial closets and stocks custodial closets.

Performs preventive maintenance, including the use of snow blowers, hysters, airlift platforms, dollies, and carts; uses specialized sweepers; replaces belts, brushes, and bearings; verifies doors are locked and lights and appliances are off; reports fire hazards and other emergencies.

Custodians perform a variety of duties to help ensure facilities operate smoothly. This may include setting up for special events, moving furniture and similar heavy items; setting up and climbing ladders; shoveling snow from walkways.

Parking Maintenance:

Maintains and repairs electronic devices such as pay-per-space units and gate boxes

Performs the preparation and painting of surfaces, lines out, stripes parking areas, and paints curbs

Monitors and reports on unsafe conditions in parking lots

Clears debris and power washes parking surfaces

Operates and performs repair and maintenance on strippers and snow plows

Operates jackhammers, welding units, portable power packs, and striping machines

Maintains lot components such as signs, poles, and wheel blocks

Uses hand tools such as drills, screwdrivers, hammers, wrenches, saws, files, and punches

Keeps tools and equipment in good working condition.

Preventative Maintenance:

Cleans and maintains shuttle stop shelters across campus and reports any damage or repairs needed to the shelters.

Assist with snow removal, including early mornings to ensure campus safety.

Assist with winter maintenance as assigned.

Assist with summer maintenance, including parking lot maintenance and painting in parking lots.

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 and related devices you operate.

Salary and Benefits: Salary of $17.55/hr. Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

• 12 paid holidays AND the University is closed between Christmas and New Year’s (requires use of 3 vacation days)
• Between 12-24 annual paid vacation days for full-time Professional and Classified staff, depending on position type and years of service
• 9.27% University contribution to your ORP retirement fund (Professional and Faculty employees)
• 11.96% University contribution to your PERSI retirement fund (Classified employees)
• Excellent medical, dental, and other health-related insurance coverage
• Tuition fee waiver benefits for employees, spouses, and their dependents
• See our full benefits page for more information!

Required Application Materials:
To be considered for this position, please submit the following materials:

Resume

Cover Letter

Three References
About Us:
Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

Boise State is proud to be recognized by Forbes as the only Idaho employer listed in the top 100 of all national midsize and large employers. We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about Boise State and living in Idaho’s Treasure Valley at https://www.boisestate.edu/about/

Applications close: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:55:00 GMT

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