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Maintenance Technician

Kentucky State University
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2026

About the role

 

TITLE: Maintenance Technician 

DEPARTMENT: Facilities    

REPORTS TO: Trades Manager  

CLASSIFICATION: Staff-12 months 

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD 

STANDARD WORK HOURS: 40 hours per week 

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-Time 

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt  

 

JOB SUMMARY:  

 

Perform maintenance on all building systems for the University.  Work collaboratively with the Trades Manager. Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance on all building systems.  Maintenance Technicians will be responsible for maintaining all University buildings. 

 

Facilities Department employees are considered “essential employees.” As such, all Facilities Department employees are required to report for work during emergencies as well as University closings.    

 

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:  

 

  • Troubleshoots all utility systems including electrical circuits, motor controls, and HVAC and steam plant (where appropriate).
  • Performs skilled maintenance duties in the area of HVAC monitoring/maintenance.
  • Performs advanced electrical duties such as installing receptacles, switches, breakers, and ballasts, replacing light fixtures, and power equipment repairs.
  • Performs advanced plumbing duties such as waterline repairs, valve repairs, and drain line maintenance.
  • Performs advanced carpentry duties such as dry walling, painting, door repair, installation of partitions, and installation of ceiling and floor tiles.
  • Performs minor repairs and maintenance on equipment such as tractors, mowing equipment, and vehicles.
  • Snow removal during the winter months spread de-icing on patios and walkways.
  • Available 24/7 on an emergency basis when required or as assigned.

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:  

 

  • General knowledge of building systems and building maintenance needs
  • Ability to prioritize, manage time, and coordinate multiple assignments 
  • Communicate with professionalism.
  • Comfortable working in environments where the temperature may be cold or hot.
  • The position may require special licensing for the operation of some equipment (i.e., forklift).

 

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:  

  • This position does not have supervisory responsibility

 

 

OTHER DUTIES:  

 

  • As assigned by supervisor.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:  

 

  • High school/GED and three years of related experience, or equivalent.  
  • Ability to follow instructions, and work independently or on a team
  • Good customer service skills<

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