Hands-on Campus Facilities Maintenance Technician

McNeese State University; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LASERS retirement

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana

Sick and vacation leave

Tuition reduction program

14 paid holidays

Job summary

McNeese State University is seeking a Maintenance Repairer 1 to perform a range of building and facility maintenance tasks on campus. Responsibilities include basic repairs to interiors/exteriors, and supporting multiple trades such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, and automotive shops.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to schedules, and attention to equipment condition. Applicants should possess relevant experience or coursework and a valid driver's license; overtime

Qualifications

• One year of experience or training in the building trades or related maintenance fields.
• Six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or a related mix.

Responsibilities

• Mends interior and exterior building components and maintains furniture and equipment.
• Provide basic maintenance skills across plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, and automotive shops.
• Replace and adjust worn belts, plugs, fuses, hoses, etc.
• Check safety and maintenance of small engines.
• Perform routine automotive preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by foreman, supervisor, or director.

Skills

Building maintenance

Mechanical repair

Electrical basics

HVAC basics

Education

Construction management coursework

Job description

McNeese State University is seeking a Maintenance Repairer 1 to perform a range of building and facility maintenance tasks on campus. Responsibilities include basic repairs to interiors/exteriors, and supporting multiple trades such as plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, and automotive shops.

The position emphasizes safety, adherence to schedules, and attention to equipment condition. Applicants should possess relevant experience or coursework and a valid driver's license; overtime