Maintenance Technician

Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician for the Housing Maintenance department. The primary function of the Maintenance Technician is to manage general repairs and other maintenance needs for Housing & Residence Life buildings equipment and other property and may perform lead worker duties over temporary staff including students.

DutiesandResponsibilitiesofPosition

45%Environmental Upkeep and Prevention

• Monitor and maintain accurate records of assessments reports and follow-up actions related to healthy environment management.
• Conduct regular inspections of residential facilities to identify early signs of mildew mold or moisture-related concerns.
• Implement preventive measures and maintenance strategies to reduce humidity and ensure proper ventilation in living and common spaces.
• Coordinate timely cleaning remediation or professional treatment of affected areas to maintain a safe and healthy environment.
• MaintainSynexisairpurifierunits.

20% Environmental Maintenance & Education

• Provide information to residents and staff on moisture prevention practices and reporting procedures.
• Collaborate with Housing Leadership and safety teams to ensure compliance with health and environmental standards and guidelines.
• Clean/replacefiltersadjustandcalibratepumpsthermostatsandvalves.

20% Electrical

• Installnewelectricalsystemsandcomponentsandrepairexistingequipmentincludinglightswitchesoutlets circuit breakers fuses fixtures motors and generators
• Mayperformregularexaminationsoffireandsmokealarmstoensureequipmentremainsinworkingorder
• MaintainandrepairHoneywellandSimplexfirealarmsystems

5%Carpentry

• Perform basic and advanced carpentry tasks as needed
• Repairandreplaceceilingandfloortiles
• Usebothroughandfinishcarpentry tools
• Carryoutcarpentrydutiesincludingtherepairoftableschairsbenchesandcounters.

5% Plumbing

• Performmaintenancerepairandreplacementofhotandcold-waterlineslowpressuresteamlinesgasair drain lines hot/chilled water lines and associated fixtures and components.
• Helpmaintainaworkingstockofpartsandusesstandardplumingtool

5% Miscellaneousmaintenance

• on replacement keys
• Maintainshopequipmenttoolsandmaterials
• Performlimitedmaintenanceofcabinetryandmasonry
• Repairguttersroofsandflashingbysealingcracksandotherleaksasnecessary
• Performanyotherrelateddutiesasrequiredorassigned

Education and Experience -

Required at Hire and Preferred Required Education and Experience at Hire

• High school diploma.
• Three years of related construction or carpentry work.

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

Appointment Duration: 12 months

Work Schedule: Full TimeMonday through Friday 8:00 am 4:30 pm.

Salary Range: grade 6 $17.66 - $23.82 hourly

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 with a first review date of May 1 2026.

Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position

Search Committee Chair:Tracy Holzem

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.