Building Mechanic

Ball State University; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

Holiday pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Tuition discounts

Retirement plans

Job summary

Ball State University Housing and Residence Life offers a building mechanic role on campus with steady evening hours. The position involves skilled and non-skilled maintenance across carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC tasks to keep campus buildings safe and functional.

The role requires an apprenticeship or equivalent experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to meet physical demands. Ball State provides competitive pay with comprehensive benefits and tuition discounts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Apprenticeship in commercial Electricity, Plumbing, HVAC or Carpentry or 6 years related experience.
• Must read and follow safety policies and procedures.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Perform carpentry tasks: build, repair, and maintain structures and fixtures.
• Perform electrical tasks: install and repair switches, fixtures, and wiring apparatus.
• Perform plumbing tasks: repair and replace fixtures, valves, and piping.
• Perform HVAC tasks: service and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems.
• Handle maintenance duties and respond to work orders across campus facilities.

Skills

Physical stamina

Reading comprehension

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Apprenticeship in electrical/plumbing/HVAC or carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring equipment

Safety equipment

Job description

Position Title: Building Mechanic Compensation: $31.62 - $31.62 Department: Studebaker West Halls_A Start Date: 11/09/2026

About this opportunity: Ball State University Housing and Residence Life has an opportunity to work on the beautiful BSU campus. This opportunity comes with excellent pay and a great benefits package that includes medical and prescription plans, dental, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid time off, holiday pay, university-funded retirement, tuition discounts, and more. Regular hours are 3:30 pm to 12:00 am. Monday thru Friday. NOTE: You must provide proof that you meet all of the minimum qualifications listed for this position by providing attachments and/or entering information in the application to be considered. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function: Under supervision, perform skilled and non-skilled duties related to facility maintenance, complying with appropriate regulations and codes.

Duties & Responsibilities

1. Perform tasks related to the carpentry trade: construct, erect, remodel, maintain and repair building and facilities; general construction of walls, floors, ceilings and related areas; construction and repair of mill work and cabinetry; installations and repair of doors and door screens, windows and window screens, and related hardware; installation of metal, wood, and plastic moldings and trim, floor, wall, ceiling, coverings, and tile; removal and replacement of block, brick, and masonry surfaces; installation and repair of wall surfaces like drywall, plaster and paneling through final surface finishing; installation of all types of auxiliary hardware, counter, and solid surface material; installation and repair of all types of caulking and grouting; all other carpentry related tasks as needed or assigned. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, detect odors, exert force in the same or opposite directions at the same time and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to distinguish colors, read small print, see and read above and below eye level, and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to use hand, power, and table equipment, meters, computer hardware and software, filter mask, eye and ear protection, protective clothing, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, etc. Task requires the mental ability to analyze, read and comprehend plans, scales, tapes, gages, etc., and to receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
2. Perform tasks related to the electrical trade: repair electrical equipment; install, repair, and replace switches, receptacles, incandescent/fluorescent light fixtures, bulbs and ballasts; repair and replace fans, motors, belts, thermostats, baseboard heaters, stats, limits, and elements rated at 120V and below; replace water heater elements, smoke detectors and any equipment provided with a plug type disconnects; install and replace garbage disposals; repair T.V. lines and adapters; perform investigative procedures in regards to photo cells, contacts, relays, switches, etc.; perform other electrical tasks as needed or assigned. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
3. Perform tasks related to the plumbing trade: repair and replace plumbing fixtures, including tub, lavatory, sink, stool, urinal, water fountains, garbage disposals, etc. and all hardware necessary to operate these fixtures; install, repair and replace valves, traps, supply lines, seats, stems, and filters; cut and thread pipe, sweat joints, solder, silflos and make glued or mechanical joints in compressed air, gas, steam, drainage, condensate return or fluid handling lines as required; perform preventative maintenance, installation, repair, cleaning and removal on all systems such as pumps, receivers, ice machines, water softeners, coils, hot water generators, hydronics, radiation, water treatment, filtering, heating, water heating, sewage, ejector, backflow prevention and steam systems; install, repair, remove all supply lines and discharge and return lines for any of the above systems; layout, assemble, and schedule plumbing projects; read and understand measuring instruments, pressure, temperature and vacuum gauges, clean and maintain all University equipment and report any loss or damage to supervisor; perform other related plumbing tasks as needed or assigned. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
4. Perform tasks related to the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning trade: repair and/or replace pumps, motors, mechanical devices, pneumatic devices, gauges, valves on heating, air handling, and air conditioning units, and minor duct work; repair leaks in chilled water, steam, water and pneumatic lines; do preventative maintenance on all equipment to include belts, filters, greasing, bearings, thermocouples, cleaning, painting, adjustment of dampers and controls, and tightening of mechanical fasteners; repair, replace, and perform preventative maintenance on furnaces, gas fired heating boilers, air condition units, water heaters, air handling equipment, steam, hot water, electric, heating and cooling systems, and air compressors; install, repair, and replace window air conditioners, utilize building monitoring systems for troubleshooting and maintenance of energy management systems; and perform other HVAC tasks as needed or assigned. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires the use of hand tools, digital and analogue testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
5. Perform other maintenance related tasks: prioritize and complete work orders and service requests, and complete the required paper work and/or enter information in computer; maintain student rooms, lounges, common areas, halls, mechanical rooms, work areas, custodial equipment rooms, stairwells, steps, all other interior and exterior building components, interior and exterior of university vehicles, inventory and inventory records, and inform supervisors of needed supplies; repair and replace appliances, venetian blinds, drapes, and related hardware; perform minor repair on elevator cars and doors; load and unload supply trucks; properly use, store, and take care of tools, supplies, equipment, and two-way radio; re-assign non-skilled duties to student help while monitoring and assisting in training students. Requires the physical ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, finger, grasp, feel, talk, hear, and exert in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, 50 pounds of force frequently, and 20 pounds of force constantly. Task requires visual ability to accurately distinguish colors and perceive depth. Task requires the ability to operate trucks, hand and power tools, testing and measuring equipment, safety equipment, ladders, scaffolds, power lifts, etc. Employee is exposed to inside and outside environmental conditions, noise, vibration, oils, and may be required to wear a filter mask and/or respirator. Task requires the mental ability to analyze situations, be detailed oriented, adjust to varying work assignments, receive, comprehend, follow and provide oral instructions and information, and to read, comprehend, follow and provide written instructions and information.
6. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Successful completion of an apprenticeship program in commercial Electricity, Plumbing, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning or Carpentry as approved by the Bureau of Apprenticeship and Training, or six (6) years of experience in the above commercial trade(s), or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable job knowledge can be acquired as determined by BallStateUniversity.
• Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, and University policies, procedures and communications, and perform mathematical calculations.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy.
• Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty.
• You must be 18 years or older.

NOTE: Must provide proof of all minimum qualifications through attachments and/or completing application to be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Vocational School Training.

What we offer

• generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year.
• our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments.
• affordable health and dental insurance.
• robust short-term disability.
• long-term disability and life insurance plans.
• range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family.
• These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.
• When you work for us, you are family.
• We will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at BallState.
• We will cover 100 percent of the tuition costs for you to earn your undergraduate degree.
• We will cover 80 percent of your graduate tuition.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow. Curious about our excellent benefits package? We have developed a calculator that shows you the value of our core benefits. Select the Total Compensation Calculator - Service and download our calculator spreadsheet. Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action. Our main priority: uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we’ve invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact Melissa Rubrecht, Director of Employee Relations, at 765-285-1823 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room G008 2000 University Avenue Muncie, IN 47306 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]