Building Maintenance Technician II

Xavier University of Louisiana; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for the position of Maintenance Technician. This is skilled work involved in assisting the maintenance staff in the basic repair of buildings and facilities.

The employee(s) are responsible for a range of light and heavy manual labor tasks across maintenance activities including minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical, plastering, flooring, and painting. AA/ EZOE.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Must practice safety precautions and be safety conscious at all times.
• Work independently or under supervision of Maintenance Supervisor or Lead Technician.
• Complete work orders and obtain necessary materials/supplies.
• Fill out work order forms with descriptions, materials, duration, completion date, signature.
• Report to supervisor any maintenance needs or unsafe conditions.
• Assist other technicians with general labor duties (plumbing, carpentry, electrical, plastering, flooring, painting).
• Perform other duties as directed by Director of Building Services.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and obtain the necessary materials and/or supplies to complete assigned work orders.
• Must practice safety precautions and be safety conscious at all times.
• Properly fill out work order forms indicating description of work performed, materials used, project duration, completion date and signature.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety consciousness

Independent worker

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Post Summary

Position Title

Position Title Building Maintenance Technician II

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Department

Department Physical Plant

Job Summary

Xavier University of Louisiana invites applications for the position of Maintenance Technician. This is skilled work involved in assisting the maintenance staff in the basic repair of buildings and facilities. Employee(s) in this position are responsible for satisfactory performance of light and heavy manual labor tasks in a wide variety of maintenance work that include: minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical, plastering, flooring, painting, etc. AA/ EZOE

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma and work experience similar to job description
• Must practice safety precautions and be safety conscious at all times.
• Work independently or under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or Lead Maintenance Technician.
• Complete work orders and obtains the necessary material and/or supplies to complete assign work orders.
• Properly fill out work order forms indicating description of work performed, materials used, project duration, completion date and signature.
• Report to immediate supervisor any items requiring maintenance as well as any unusual or unsafe conditions.
• Assist other Maintenance Technicians with general labor duties in the installation and repair of minor plumbing, carpentry, electrical, plastering, flooring, painting etc.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Building Services.
• Other projects and responsibilities may be added at the University’s discretion

Preferred Qualifications

• Some knowledge of general maintenance repair
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform tasks requiring moderately heavy work
• Ability to establish an effective working relationship with other employees
• Some manual lifting, ability to work from ladders.

Special Requirements Summary

• Must have valid driver licence

Work Hours

Full time – must be flexible and have the ability to work additional/different days/times according to the needs of the University

KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

• Some knowledge of general maintenance repair
• Basic computer skills
• High School diploma and work experience similar to job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

• Complete work orders and obtains the necessary material and/or supplies to complete assign work orders.
• Must practice safety precautions and be safety conscious at all times
• Properly fill out work order forms indicating description of work performed, materials used, project duration, completion date and signature.

Posting Number S090P

Number of Vacancies 1

Desired Start Date 09/01/2026

Posting Date 08/11/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents: Resume
• Optional Documents: Other

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Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, XULA is Catholic and historically Black. Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. This preparation takes place in a diverse learning and teaching environment that incorporates all relevant educational means, including research and community service.