Facility Maintenance Specialist

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University is seeking part-time Facility Maintenance Specialists for Recreational Sports. These roles involve preventative maintenance of facilities and equipment, diagnosing and repairing systems, and supporting mechanical and electrical tasks.

Open to academically enrolled high school, undergraduate, or graduate students with a focus on safety and reliability. Positions are up to 24 hours per week, requiring attention to detail and professionalism.

Qualifications

• First Aid and CPR/AED certifications are required.
• Must be academically enrolled in a program (high school, college or university).
• Minimum enrollment standards must be met for eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on building facilities and equipment to ensure safe, functional spaces.
• Assist with diagnosing and repairing building systems and equipment.
• Support maintenance of mechanical and electrical systems (pumps, motors, controls, lighting).
• Complete general facility maintenance tasks including lighting replacements to support operations and safety.
• Execute electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks as needed under limited supervision.

Skills

First Aid

CPR/AED

Education

High School student status

Undergraduate student status

Job description

Important Notifications

Application Deadline: When applying, please keep in mind this posting will close at 11:59 pm the night before the posted \"end date\". Applications MUST be submitted prior to this deadline.

Current Employees: Do not apply via the OSU Career site. Instead, please login to your regular Workday account and visit the Jobs Hub to apply.

Department

Recreational Sports

Special Instructions to Applicants

• A Resume


• A Cover Letter

For additional information please contact: Joe Dupray at [e-mail]

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval

Job Description

This recruitment will be used to fill four part-time (a maximum of 24 hours per week) facility maintenance specialist position for Recreational Sports at Oregon State University (OSU).

Our Values in Action

• We Care About People: Treat all patrons and colleagues with kindness, courtesy and inclusion.


• We Are Solution-Oriented: Identify and implement solutions that enhance the member and employee experience. Address conflict in a positive, calm and solution-focused manner.


• We Are Stewards: Use resources responsibly and ethically while working efficiently.


• We Are Innovative: Pioneer programs, services and facilities that serve as catalysts for student success. Create space to encourage, share and evolve new ideas.


• We Are Educators: Foster environments where learning and personal growth thrive for both participants and staff. Grant others the same good intentions you grant yourself.


• We Extend Respect & Build Trust : Communicate with clarity, transparency and integrity, fostering trust across our community.

Every action rooted in our mission and values strengthens our team and makes Recreational Sports a place where everyone belongs, grows and thrives. We create engaging environments for student growth and success. We inspire healthy living by providing quality recreational and educational opportunities for the Oregon State University community.

Position Duties

• Perform preventative maintenance on building facilities and equipment, demonstrating professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail to ensure safe and functional recreational spaces.


• Assist with diagnosing and repairing building systems and equipment, applying critical thinking and technical problem-solving skills.


• support maintenance and repair of mechanical and electrical systems (including pumps, motors, controls, and lighting), utilizing technology and operational knowledge under limited supervision.


• Complete general facility maintenance tasks, including lighting replacement, to support daily operations and user safety.


• Execute electrical, plumbing, and carpentry tasks independently or with minimal supervision, reflecting strong professionalism, adaptability, and accountability

Transferable Skill Development

OSU is committed to ensuring students are prepared for success after graduation through intentional skill development as student employees. The competencies students develop while working at OSU are defined by the National Association of Colleges and Employers ( NACE ) as the essential skills employers seek in their hires. In this position, students learn and build vital career-readiness skills in the primary areas below:
Critical Thinking, Leadership, Professionalism

Qualifications

• Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: https://hr.oregonstate.edu/student-employment-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements


• Must be academically enrolled in a high school, community college, or university and pursuing a program or course of study


• Must meet Academic Standing Requirements; students on academic suspension are not eligible for employment


• Must meet the applicable minimal enrollment standard


• High School student: Regularly enrolled in a high school or participating in a home-schooling program


• Undergraduate and post-baccalaureate student: 6 credit hours per term


• Undergraduate international student: 12 credit hours per term*


• Graduate student officially admitted to Graduate School: 5 credit hours per term


• Graduate international student officially admitted to Graduate School: 9 credit hours per term*


• *International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered \"full-time\" by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services ( USCIS ). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services ( OIS ), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

Required

• First Aid, CPR/AED for the Heal