General Maintenance Repair Tech

The University of Kansas

Lawrence (KS)

On-site

USD 34,000 - 41,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation up to 176 hours annually

Sick leave 96 hours annually

Nine paid holidays + discretionary day

Tuition assistance up to 12 credit hrs

EDTAS opportunities

Job summary

The University of Kansas is seeking a General Maintenance Repair Technician in the Painting and Carpentry department to perform a wide range of maintenance tasks across campus buildings and systems, including construction, repair, and preventative maintenance. You will participate in emergency response, respond to after-hours service requests, and support snow removal and other related duties as needed.

A High School diploma or GED and one year of skilled craft experience, plus a valid driver’s

Qualifications

Requires High School diploma or GED.
One year of experience in a skilled craft area; substitution with vocational certificate or associate degree may be used.
Valid driver’s license by time of hire and throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Assist with construction, repair, and preventative maintenance of campus infrastructure.
Support new construction and renovation projects including flooring, windows, doors, ceilings, and window coverings.
Inspect, maintain, and repair roofs, gutters, and flashings.
Assist with sheetrock installation and repair, painting, wall coverings, and other finish materials.
Identify and address other physical environment issues as needed.
Use a variety of bench tools and hand tools safely and effectively.
Maintain adequate inventory of tools, parts, and supplies required to complete work.
Respond to emergency and after-hours service calls as needed.
Address requests related to doors, windows, ceilings, walls, flooring, roofs, water intrusion, and other facility issues.
Ensure work orders and issues are seen through to completion.
Request assistance or escalate issues to appropriate staff and leadership when necessary.
Perform other related maintenance work as assigned.
Assist in other maintenance areas and work units as needed.
Support snow removal and surface treatment activities.

Skills

Ladder/Scaffold work

Safety protocols

Manual lifting (50 lbs)

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational certificate / Associate degree substituted for experience

Job description

Position Overview

General Maintenance Repair Technician position in the Painting and Carpentry department is responsible for working on a team to perform a wide variety of maintenance and emergency repair tasks to University buildings (physical structure, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems), with this position being involved in a regular program of inspection and repair at a journeyman level using more than one skilled trade. This position requires the operation of work issued vehicles. Work schedule: M-F 7:30AM-4:00PM. Facilities Services within KU Operations plays a vital role in maintaining an inviting and safe campus environment that supports teaching, learning and research. KU Operations supports KU’s mission of learning, scholarship, and creative endeavor by providing the visible and behind-the-scenes services that make possible the university’s academic and research missions. Learn more about working for Facilities Services here: Working For Facilities Services | Facilities Services. KU offers great benefits to employees with up to 176 hours of paid vacation per year, 96 hours of sick leave earned per year, nine paid holidays plus one discretionary day, a retirement program, medical & dental insurance, life and disability insurance, other benefit plan options, and State of Kansas discounts offered by various vendors. KU also offers employees educational and professional development opportunities. Tuition assistance offers up to 12 credit hours per year for employees and Employee Dependent Tuition Assistance Scholarship (EDTAS) award opportunities! Details available at: https://humanresources.ku.edu/tuition-assistance. KU’s excellence is a result of the rich tapestry of experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of our faculty, staff, students, and colleagues from across our nation and the globe. At KU, we invest in continuous learning and growth by creating a climate where people engage in respectful dialogue and debate and support each other’s success. We foster a culture of care where each person is seen, heard, and valued. When people feel a true sense of belonging, we believe they are better able to reach their full potential and achieve remarkable things. The successful candidate must be eligible to work in the U.S. by the effective date of the appointment.

Job Description

50% – Construction, Repair, and Preventative Maintenance

Assist with construction, repair, and preventative maintenance of campus physical infrastructure
Support new construction and renovation projects, including flooring, windows, doors, ceilings, and window coverings
Inspect, maintain, and repair roofs, gutters, and flashings
Assist with sheetrock installation and repair, painting, wall coverings, and other finish materials
Identify and address other physical environment issues as needed
Use a variety of bench tools and hand tools safely and effectively
Maintain adequate inventory of tools, parts, and supplies required to complete work

40% – Emergency Response and Service Requests

Respond to emergency and after‑hours service calls as needed
Address customer requests related to doors, windows, ceilings, walls, flooring, roofs, water intrusion, and other facility issues
Ensure work orders and issues are seen through to completion
Request assistance or elevate issues to appropriate staff and leadership when necessary

10% – Other Related Duties

Perform other related maintenance work as assigned
Assist in other maintenance areas and work units as needed
Support snow removal and surface treatment activities

Position Requirements

Must be able to work from ladders and scaffolds.
Work safely from varying heights and follow all safety protocols.
Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds or more.
Report to work during declared periods of inclement weather.
Willingness and ability to work overtime and respond to after‑hours emergencies as needed.
Must have a valid driver’s license at the time of hire and through duration of employment.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or G.E.D. equivalency.
One (1) year of experience in a skilled craft area. Certificate from a vocational school or an associate’s degree in a building or mechanical trade area may be substituted for the required experience.
Valid driver’s license by the time of hire and maintain the license throughout employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in carpentry, paint, roofs, windows, doors, flooring or other building trades.
Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, equipment and materials associated with a variety of skilled crafts and building trades as evidenced by application materials.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of skilled crafts and building trades as evidenced by application materials.
Ability to read and correctly interpret blueprints, electrical or plumbing schematics as evidenced by application materials.
Experience working in a university, college or multi‑building campus environment.

Additional Candidate Instructions

Resume/Cover letter is optional.