Campus Maintenance Technician – Multi-Skilled

Johnson School of Business; Abilene (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

McMurry University is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to support campus operations by performing routine and preventive maintenance across university facilities in Abilene, Texas. The role requires hands-on skills in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical systems, and general facility upkeep to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will be able to troubleshoot issues, operate campus vehicles and tools, and collaborate with maintenance

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Plumbing repairs and installation of plumbing equipment.
• Paint, sheetrock repair, and carpentry.
• Experience with hand and power tools.
• Knowledge of basic safety requirements and procedures.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Trade school graduate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs plumbing repairs and installation of new equipment.
• Performs paint, sheetrock and carpentry repairs on university properties.
• Basic troubleshooting for electrical circuits.
• Observes and reports discrepancies.
• Discusses tasks and projects and suggests methods for completion.
• Submits work order completion reports completely, timely, and accurately.
• Operates vehicles, equipment, and hand/power tools as necessary.
• Maintains and cleans tools and equipment used daily.
• Cares for and maintains tools, equipment, keys, uniforms, and issued items.
• Assists other personnel as directed.
• Cleans tools, equipment, and work areas as directed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Plumbing repairs

Paint and sheetrock repair

Carpentry

Hand tools usage

Power tools usage

Safety procedures

Willingness to learn

Education

High School/GED

Trade school graduate

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

McMurry University is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to support campus operations by performing routine and preventive maintenance across university facilities in Abilene, Texas. The role requires hands-on skills in plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, electrical systems, and general facility upkeep to ensure a safe and welcoming environment for students and staff.

The ideal candidate will be able to troubleshoot issues, operate campus vehicles and tools, and collaborate with maintenance