Maintenance and Repair Worker

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Maintenance and Repair Worker. The primary function of the Maintenance and Repair Worker job is to perform general maintenance and repair tasks in assigned areas. Positions assigned to the job may also assistant custodial staff. 

Duties and Responsibilities of Position 

45% Performs maintenance and facilities custodial responsibilities.  Follows an established inspection routine in an assigned group of facilities for needed maintenance, custodial services and repairs in various trades to include mechanical, electrical and plumbing.  Operates power hand tools and electrical instruments.  Repairs and/or rep38laces 277/120 volt switches, receptacles, ballasts, light bulbs, exit lights and indoor/outdoor lighting, maintains controlled lighting and light fixtures.  Maintains adequate supply of tools, parts, and supplies.  Orders inventory for part and supplies.  Record and update equipment information to Physical Plant. Mounts and repairs towel dispensers, soap dispenser, and tissue holders, replace ceiling tiles, general window maintenance.   

 

40% Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on custodial equipment, vacuum sweepers, wet and dry vacuums, buffers, all auto ride on manual scrubber.  Performs cleaning and/or maintenance at football stadium and chapel.  Inspect safety equipment, devices, and fire extinguisher, ensure use of all safety equipment, lock out/tag out system, implements and performs scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment.  Notification of any equipment shut downs to Maintenance Supervisor or Power Plant Department.  Respond to after hour emergency calls, overtime hours as required.  Assist with other maintenance areas and in other work areas as assigned by Maintenance Supervisor and/or Director.  Assist with increment weather issues, communicate and report maintenance issues as required for efficient and safe resolution, directs and supervises assigned employees, performs related and unrelated tasks assigned by Maintenance Supervisor and/or Director. 

 

10% Operates all industrial lifts, light automotive equipment, motorized equipment, pickup trucks, forklifts, automobiles and blowers, loads and unloads and delivers supplies to all buildings, travels to other locations to transport equipment and materials.  Operates 2 and 3 ton bucket trucks. 

 

5% Set up and take down equipment as assigned for special events in buildings or outdoor areas to include chairs, tables, platforms, signage, decorations, floor coverings, participate in take down and clean up after events, unlock and lock buildings, turn on/off lights as needed, check for emergency repairs or maintenance and report to proper trade services.  Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education and Experience:

Required Education and Experience at Hire - 

• High school diploma or equivalent 
• Two years of related maintenance and repair experience
• Prior experience operating equipment 

Screening Services (Background Checks):  Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background check and sex offender check.

Job Type:  University Support Staff

Salary: Grade 5 - $16.11 minimum

Appointment Duration:  12 months

Work Schedule:  Monday-Friday.

Application Documents Required*: 

• Resume 
• Names and Contact Details for Three (3) Professional References

*Consolidate documents into a maximum of 2 to upload. 

Open Until Filled 

Search Committee Chair:   Kevin Malle (kmalle@pittstate.edu)

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.

Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

About Pittsburg State University

Pittsburg State University was founded in 1903, in vibrant and progressive southeast Kansas. Home to nearly 6,500 students, PSU provides all the benefits of a major college but with small class sizes and personalized experiences. The university offers more than 200 academic programs and emphasis areas across four colleges, including undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, EdS degrees, and a doctoral degree in Nursing. Our students enjoy an average class size of just 18 students and benefit from world-class faculty and a vibrant campus life. More than 65,000 alumni proudly declare, "Once a Gorilla, Always a Gorilla."

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